Compensation Awards 2026

Celebrating excellence in compensation

Recognizing companies and individuals who are leading the future of work with innovation, human impact and inclusion.
About
The Compensation Awards are an initiative by Coverflex, created to highlight companies and individuals who are transforming the future of work. More than just recognition, they are a platform to celebrate innovation, inclusion, and strategies that place people at the center of decisions.

This initiative reflects our commitment to promoting practices that value human impact and inspire positive change in the world of work. Let's together recognize those who are leading this transformation.

Awards

Discover the awards that celebrate the companies and individuals who are transforming the way we recognize, value, and innovate the world of work.

Company category

This category highlights organisations leading with innovation and inclusivity, creating a positive impact on employees’ lives and redefining compensation as a key tool for the well-being and success of teams. These awards are segmented into three subcategories based on company size - small, medium, and large - allowing us to recognise efforts proportionate to the context and reality of each organisation.

People Category

This category recognises inspiring individuals who, through dedication, innovation, and commitment, have redefined practices and strategies that place people at the centre of decisions. More than an award, this is a unique opportunity to nominate and highlight colleagues, leaders, and professionals who serve as extraordinary examples in their field of expertise.
Finalistas
Ana Correia, Talent Acquisition Lead @ Zühlke Group
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Asseco PST Portugal
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Axtan Capital
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Carwow
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Casa de Investimentos
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Company
Codacy
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Company
FES Agency
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Filomena Macedo, Team Leader @ Natixis in Portugal
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People
Guilherme Santos, Head of Studio @ Funcom
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People
HumanIT Digital Consulting
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Joana Alves, Head of People & Culture @ B-Parts
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People
Leroy Merlin
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Empresas
L'Oreal Portugal
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Natixis
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Empresas
Nearsoft
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Nutrium
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OlaCard
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Onile IT
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Empresas
Rita Mendes, People Manager @ Present Technologies
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People
Salvador Caetano
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Company
Subvisual
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Teva
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The Equator Company
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Empresas
Uphold
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Volt Games
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Walter Duarte, CEO @ Fábrica de Startups
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Zühlke Portugal
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Application phases

Phase 1
Submission of applications
Until June 23
Phase 2
Evaluation of applications
Until September 11
Phase 3
Announcement of finalists
September 18
Phase 4
Awards ceremony
October 1

Evaluation Process

Applications will be assessed by a panel of professionals and specialists in the areas of people management, financial literacy, and innovation. Each submission will be analysed based on previously defined evaluation criteria, and a score will be assigned to each criteria according to its percentage weight.

This rigorous process ensures fair and transparent analysis, highlighting the initiatives and individuals who stood out the most in their categories.

Read the regulation page for more details about the evaluation process and selection criteria.

Meet the jury panel

Ana Teresa Porfírio
Vice President HR, Specialty & Primary Care BU @ Recordati
Carina Meireles
Personal and Business Finance Specialist, Speaker and Lecturer
Hugo de Sousa
CEO @ Mars Shot - Redefining Limits
Isabel Moço
Coordinator and lecturer @ Univ. Europeia
Marisa Mercês
VP of People @ Coverflex
Marioneta Ledo
Compensation & Benefits Director @ Jerónimo Martins
Rui Mendes da Costa
Corporate Director of People and Culture @ Águas de Portugal

Frequently Asked Questions