“Life is too short not to celebrate nice moments!” Jurgen Klopp (1967–) (http://bit.ly/2kmLlmH)
This issue is a tad longer than usual because of the amazing content and support for National Payroll Week (pages 15–23). (More content can be found in the online version.) I draw your attention to the article ‘Payroll company fraud’ (pages 22/23) within
stages of the magazine beginning with the launch edition in 1994. (It would be four years later when NPW launched in the UK.) I recall receiving that issue with excitement, partly because at the time I was editor of the monthly newsletter Payroll Manager’s Review , which later evolved into a magazine, but also because it was a marvellous development for the Institute and members. As a payroll veteran, I am proud and very happy to see payroll celebrated and recognised. I hope you are, too.
the NPW section, which, amongst other things, records HMRC’s recognition of the important role CIPP plays in achieving compliance. This issue’s contents provide further confirmation of the fundamental importance of payroll. See, for example, ‘The impact of late or inaccurate payment’ (page 23), ‘On your bike’ (pages 26/27), and ‘It may be equal but is it fair’ (pages 33/35). This issue’s front cover depicts covers from three important
Mike Nicholas MCIPP AMBCS (editor@cipp.org.uk) Editor
Chair’s message
The globalisation of industry means many who only expected to look after domestic payrolls are faced with taking on payrolls for different countries by virtue of mergers and acquisitions that happen so frequently nowadays. For advantages gained in serving a
deliver well is an essential part of any discovery exercise when taking on new country responsibility. In the USA now, the gig economy is driving same-day payments for those who want immediate reward for a job done. We may well see a form of this being taken up as retailers and other industries look to differentiate themselves in the marketplace in the search for talent. Whilst this is effectively an advance payment from whichever pay-cycle you may be running, I think it should also come with a health warning to ensure that the individual requesting the same day payment is not taking themselves into a financially unstable position by not budgeting and planning appropriately. This may be an area where payroll professionals are asked for their input by their board of directors for consideration of application and approach within the business. The above health warning should be flagged as part of employee well-being, so that if required it is used appropriately. As always, I look forward to any feedback.
broader client base, it is imperative that those needing to service multiple countries take the time and diligence to be trained professionally in any new countries that are added to a service portfolio. Many individuals will have the opportunity in their careers to take on additional responsibility for other countries. Having worked globally earlier in my career, I would wholeheartedly support and encourage anyone with such aspirations. Not only does it provide opportunity for continued professional development – undoubtedly stretching and challenging you professionally – your own growth in understanding of different cultures and values will be enhanced personally; just as travelling broadens the mind. I recall in days of reviewing HR policy and payroll practices, an adage was used when reviewing processes that you should be global where you can and local where you must. The devil is in the detail and ensuring all steps are understood to be compliant and
Jason Davenport MCIPP MIoD (jason.davenport3@cipp.org.uk) Chair, CIPP
It was a real pleasure to have celebrated the 21st anniversary of National Payroll Week at The Savoy. We had an excellent turn out with many distinguished guests, including support from our chair, Jason Davenport and our Chartered and fellow CIPP members. CEO’s message
outstanding number of quality submissions (way in excess of a 100) for our awards. I was able to thank the judges during the summer with a fine meal to express our gratitude for their time in supporting the profession for adjudicating these prestigious awards – and can testify to their independence in doing so! In November, we hold our graduation ceremony for those who have successfully completed our university-approved qualifications. It’s a time of great celebration, particularly so for the years of time and effort that have gone into successfully graduating. I never tire of seeing such a prestigious event supported by the friends and families of those successful.
It was great to celebrate the payroll profession with the Global Payroll Association, Reward Strategy and The Payroll Centre all playing an active part in promoting and educating payroll professionals. All of us recognise the need for ably taught and educated payrollers and it was great to share this vision through roundtable discussions and hosted events, including our very well- attended Scottish National Conference. We now look forward to a highlight of our year with Annual Conference and Excellence Awards ceremony at the Celtic Manor Resort on 2–3 October. We have a high calibre agenda with some excellent workshops to ensure the continuous professional development of our professionals and we continue to have an
Ken Pullar FCIPP (ken.pullar@cipp.org.uk) Chief executive officer, CIPP
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Issue 54 | October 2019
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