The Women in Tech
Employer Awards 2026

Celebrating inclusive employers

The Women in Tech Employer Awards will take place on 29 September 2026 at the Park Plaza Riverbank, London.

The Women in Tech Employer Awards shine a spotlight on organisations and individuals who are leading the charge in closing the gender gap in technology. These prestigious annual awards recognise excellence in diversity, inclusion, and equitable workplace culture across the UK tech ecosystem. Whether you’re an employer, recruiter, training provider, or individual change-maker, the Awards celebrate those who go above and beyond to support women in tech careers.

Women in Tech Employer Awards are FREE to enter, open to companies of all sizes, and span a wide range of categories designed to showcase best practice in recruitment, development, support, wellbeing, and innovation. Enter by Friday 1st May 2026.

Why enter the awards

Organisations that enter the Women in Tech Employer Awards can:

Boost their brand reputation as leaders in equality and inclusion
Showcase real impact in attracting, retaining, and developing female tech talent
Inspire others across the UK tech sector to adopt inclusive workplace practices
Gain recognition from industry experts and peers
Celebrate diversity success stories at a high-profile Awards ceremony

Each year, the programme brings together forward-thinking employers, HR leaders, DEI champions, and tech professionals for a night of celebration and networking.

Award categories

The Women in Tech Employer Awards cover a comprehensive set of categories recognising excellence across employers, individuals, networks and services. Categories for the latest awards include, but are not limited to:

Employer recognition categories

Best Small Business Employer
Best Employer (51–250 employees)
Best Employer (251–1,000 employees)
Best Employer (Over 1,000 employees)
Best Public Sector Employer
Best Graduate or Early Careers Employer
Best Employer for Benefits & Wellbeing
Best Employer for Parental Support
Best Employer for Training
Best Employer Network

Individual & Service Categories

Outstanding Advocate for Women in Tech
Outstanding Advocate – Male Ally
Best In-House Recruiter
Best Recruitment Agency
Best Recruitment Agency Consultant
Best Training Provider or Academy
Best Initiative of the Year
Business Leader of the Year
Entrepreneur of the Year
Revolutionary | Trailblazer | Visionary

These categories are designed to honour companies and people who are actively moving the needle on gender equity and inclusive workplace culture.

Who should enter

The Women in Tech Employer Awards are perfect for:

Tech companies committed to gender diversity and inclusion
HR and DEI teams championing equitable career paths
Recruitment agencies and training partners driving change
Individuals advocating for women’s success in tech
Networks and community programmes inspiring future talent

All nominations are judged against robust criteria by an expert panel to ensure credible and meaningful recognition.

Join the movement

Entries open annually and we encourage organisations and leaders across the UK tech sector to submit their stories of impact. Whether you’re pioneering flexible working policies, driving mentorship programmes, launching career-focused initiatives or boosting representation in technical roles, the Women in Tech Employer Awards provide a platform to celebrate your achievements and inspire others.

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