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John Robert (Bob) Newsome 26 APRIL 1951–19 OCTOBER 2020 BOB BEGAN his career working for Peterborough Software as a systems engineer, joining MidlandHR in 2010 where his roles included ‘Government relations manager’. He retired in 2018. Neil Tonks ChMCIPPdip has supplied the following. “I knew Bob for the last ten years or so of his career, first meeting him during the consultations with HMRC about real time information. He was so valuable to the process of designing RTI that he was seconded part-time to HMRC for a number of months. “Later, Bob joined MHR and we became colleagues. He quickly became a favourite both amongst the customers and the staff for his exhaustive knowledge and his knack of getting his message across clearly and concisely. He always had an anecdote or a (terrible!) joke ready to lighten the mood or break the ice as occasion demanded. “Above all, Bob was a kind, gentle man who will be sadly missed.” NICK SOUTHWELL APPOINTED BY ACTIVPAYROLL GLOBAL PAYROLL and tax compliance specialist, activpayroll, has appointed Nick Southwell as chief financial officer. He will be responsible for helping shape the strategic and continued international growth, capitalising on the ever- increasing demand for activpayroll’s payroll and tax solutions. Nick Southwell said: “I’m certain that my varied experience built over the years will allow me to further strengthen not only activpayroll’s finance team, but the business as a whole, helping it achieve its potential.” Alison Sellar OBE, chief executive officer of activpayroll, commented: “Nick’s appointment comes at a pivotal time and I am confident he will play an integral role as we enter the next stage of our global growth strategy.” PORTFOLIOGROUP PROMOTESGILLIANOWEN THE PORTFOLIO Group has promoted Gillian Owen to associate director. Joining the organisation in 2018 as manager, she has built on Portfolio’s market-leading reputation. Her initial team of just two recruiting solely for payroll has grown to eight consultants working across three divisions (payroll, HR/reward, credit control), and almost doubling sales figures within the first full financial year. Gillian commented: “I am delighted to have been promoted. I have been so lucky to be a part of a team that’s been instrumental in the development of the Manchester office, built from the market reputation…and also proud of the fantastic, diligent and professional service we offer to all our clients.” IAN HOLLOWAY MSc FCIPP JOINS I-REALISE LTD IAN HAS joined i-Realise, an independent change management business operating in the HR, payroll and operations space, as payroll consultant. His role will include: publishing insights on payroll legislation and best practice through workshops, white papers, newsletters, and face-to-face presentations; leading i-Realise’s monthly forum for in-house payroll leaders and managers; and contributing to payroll training. Ian said: “Payroll is an ever-changing profession that requires clear and tailored communication, support and education. As an independent change management business, i-Realise have developed and delivered clear and robust strategies that enable this, and I am thrilled to be joining their colleagues in 2020.” Simon Puryer, managing director of i-Realise, said “We’ve worked with HR and payroll teams for over ten years [and] seen how much Ian has given to the profession. He will really help us better inform and support our clients and the wider payroll profession.” SOLONG, FAREWELL – ANDTHANKYOU WE END 2020 with the news that Samantha Mann MAAT MCIPPdip, policy and research technical lead, will be leaving the Chartered Institute at the end of December in order to spend more time with her growing family. We thank Sam for her dedication, support, and enthusiasm over many years of service which will be sorely missed – not only by those within the CIPP but by those in the wider payroll industry for whom her knowledge has had a huge impact. We wish Sam the best for the future. NEW ROLE FOR CARSTEN STAEHR FCIPP LONG-TIME ADVOCATE of the payroll profession, Carsten has become chairman of Cintra HR & Payroll Services, following Cintra’s recent accession to the Payroll Software Services Group which enables Cintra to develop and grow its market leading solutions. Carsten’s new role will see him focus on developing Cintra’s prestigious client base, whilst continuing to forge valued industry connections and partnerships. Carsten commented: “I’m excited by the innovation and forward-thinking attitude of the PSSG and its genuine desire to develop solutions which make life better for the profession I hold dear. I’m delighted to be at the forefront of building networks which will enable us to be more effective and helpful than ever – these are exciting times for me personally, my Cintra family and our wonderful clients. I am looking forward to the future”.
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| Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward |
Issue 66 | December 2020 - January 2021
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