Following the extraordinary success of the Inaugural Hr NETWORK (SCOTLAND) NATIONAL AWARDS 2007 - there is huge excitement and anticipation for the build up to the Hr NETWORK (SCOTLAND) NATIONAL AWARDS 2008.

With the award winning and very stylish Glasgow Hilton confirmed as the setting for the awards gala dinner for 2008, and which takes place on the evening of Thursday 20th November 2008, the preparations have begun in ernest commencing with the opening of the official nominations process on Monday 3rd March 2008 - which will then close on Friday 30th May 2008.

Nominations

The initial online nomination process which is available between Monday 3rd March 2008 and Friday 30th May 2008 requires a minimum of 150 words and maximum of 450 words for initial online nomination summary which is available by clicking 'Nominate' next to the appropriate award. Additional supporting evidence can be provided by a nominator with up to 5 seperate points to consider. Please note that providing this evidence is optional but may be used by the judges when making the final decision on shortlisted candidates.

(Please note that nominations will 'Judged' on the quality of the application and not the quantity that each nominee gets. Each nominator is entitled to one nomination per category).

About the Main Sponsor - Ellis Fairbank HR

The most essential asset of any company is the people it employs. Ellis Fairbank believe that this important understanding, coupled with continually striving to be the very best at what they do, is what has made them one of the most innovative and fastest growing recruitment brands in the UK (achieving 47th place in the UK Sunday Times Fast Track 100).

Ellis Fairbank HR launched in February 2008, bringing together their successful Human Capital Practice headed by Martin Stoney with some of the most experienced and innovative recruiters in the UK including Alix Meekison, Dolina Morrison, Sasha Sutherland and Anne Pia. The team offer a unique approach to recruitment with a true focus on the quality of hire.

At Ellis Fairbank HR, it's not what they do that is different - it's the way we do it. They are committed to fully understanding clients' and candidates' requirements and will deliver an experienced, honest and consultative approach to the entire recruitment process.

Additionally, Ellis Fairbank HR is also committed to supporting and developing the HR community and therefore run various networking events, seminars and career advice forums, and are committed to their own corporate social responsibility agenda with the recent launch of the Ellis Fairbank Charity Challenge.

Ellis Fairbank was established in 1991. Since then, they have been driven by the same underlying ethos: to attract, retain and develop the very best people for their own business and clients' businesses. With 15 years of success behind them and a commendation as the Best Executive Search & Selection Firm this year, they have been able to evolve and grow organically, steadily broadening their reach and expertise across 6 continents worldwide - a growth that has been reinforced by their ward winning Training and IT departments.

Criteria

Each award category nomination requires strict and robust criteria to be considered in each application which the judges will be looking for. Please note that short-listed candidates will be required to attend an interview, conducted by the judges following the initial process of selection.

Individuals cannot nominate themselves

Disclaimer

The Judging Panel reserve the right to put forward a suitable nomination in respect of any of the individual award categories should nominations fail to meet the standard level of acceptance against the set criteria detailed on this page.

Attending the Awards Ceremony

Awards will be presented at a 'Black Tie' Awards Gala Dinner in the Glasgow Hilton on Thursday 20th November 2008 which includes 'live' entertainment and dancing - following the Awards Ceremony.
(Dress code: Strictly Black Tie)

Sponsoring an Award

All the award categories sponsorships have been secured, however there are a few alternative sponsorship opportunities remaining. For further details please call Awards Planning Team on Tel: 0131 625 3267 or e-mail: awards@hrnetworkscotland.co.uk

Booking a Table of 10

If you would like to book a Table of 10 at the Gala Dinner priced at £850+VAT or single places at £95+VAT each, or wish to enquire about additional sponsorship opportunities - please contact the Awards Planning Team on Tel: 0131 625 3267 or email: awards@hrnetworkscotland.co.uk.

Categories for all nominations are as follows: