Programme

Day One Programme

11:30 Registration opens
11:30 - 12:00
VIP non-member event
Jason Davenport MCIPP MIoD, CEO, CIPP
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch and networking

13:30 - 13:50

20 mins
Welcome from the CIPP
Jason Davenport MCIPP MIoD, CEO, CIPP and Clare Warrington MSc FCIPPdip AFHEA, chair, CIPP 
13:50 - 13:55 Keynote sponsor's welcome

13:55 - 14:25

30 mins
Plenary one - keynote speaker
Cerys McDonald, Director, HMRC 
14:25 - 14:30 Welcome from main sponsors
14:30 - 15:00 Refreshments and networking with exhibitors

15:00 - 15:45

45 mins

 STREAM ONE

Workshop 01

Payroll Leaders' Summit
Coping with the Complexity Crisis | How technology transformation can help you manage growing leadership expectations and increasing compliance challenges 
Claire Docherty, VP, Global Unified, Dayforce, Philip Stevens- Director, Deloitte and David Bainbridge People Analytics and Systems Manager  - WH Smith  
 Payroll teams can conquer this crisis using the latest AI, automation, and analytics technology to create consistent people experiences: 
• Why improving visibility can deliver on organisational goals with data-driven insights 
• Now is the time to invest in the right payroll technology in this new world of work, while remaining flexible for an unknown future
Workshop 02
Payroll and Pension Expertise
 
Public Sector Pension Schemes for Payroll Professionals 
Jim Woodlingfield ChMCIPP, deputy head service delivery, Surrey County Council and Beth Evans, customer relationship team manager, Surrey County Council  
 
An overview of Public Sector Pension Schemes for Payroll Professionals
 
• Key features of public sector pension schemes 
• Employer duties and responsibilities 
• The importance of software configuration 
• Useful practical information for payroll professionals 
• Member enquiries 
• Further links provided 

Workshop 03

Payroll Service Provider
The importance of value perception and strategic pricing for payroll services
Karen Thomson MSc ChFCIPPdip FHEA, partner & head of payroll, Armstrong Watson LLP, Rory Sweeney, senior director, Simon-Kucher & Partners, and Torben Peterson, senior director, Simon-Kucher & Partners 
 
Session synopsis:
• Share some common myths and explain why pricing is so important 
• Explain the different pricing and proposition levers for payroll/professional services 
• Share some tactical tips you can use in your next negotiation 

Workshop 04

Personal and Career Development
Who is that wearing my clothes and doing my role? 
Dr Sue Smith EdD MA BEd FHEA FCMI Cmgr Assoc CIPD ACIPP, education director, CIPP 
 
Waiting for that shoulder tap? 
Many people suffer from Imposter Syndrome; a psychological phenomenon where people doubt their skills, talents, or accomplishments.  
 
Those affected experience a persistent internalised fear of being exposed as frauds.  
 
In this session Sue introduces  
• how Imposter Syndrome affects our everyday lives 
• what we can do about it 
• top tips to take away and practice 
15:45 - 15:50 Comfort break

15:50 - 16:35

45 mins

 STREAM TWO

Workshop 05

Payroll Leaders' Summit
Apprenticeship panel  
Mark Bremner, CEO, MBKB, Gemma Mullis MCIPPdip, EPA manager, IPP Education, Ian Walters MSc ChFCIPP FHEA, Polly Sinclair MSc FCIPPdip MSET, programme tutor, West Suffolk College

Workshop 06

Payroll and Pension Expertise
National Minimum Wage – It’s not just about paying the Hourly Rate             
Benjamin May MCIPPdip, senior manager – payroll compliance, ADP 
Join Ben to discuss National Minimum Wage and understand why it’s much more than just paying the hourly pay rate.  
 
You will gain an insight into:  
· Types of workers  
· Salaried workers calculation year  
· What a pay reference period is  
· What earnings and deductions counts towards NMW pay  
· Common pitfalls and mistakes  
· Penalties for underpayment and potential consequences

Workshop 07

Payroll Service Provider
Mitigating risks  
Maria Mason MCIPPdip, national payroll partner, BDO LLP 
 
Payroll can be seen as a high-risk activity for a firm. How can you appropriately control the risk elements, whilst ensuring both the team and payroll operations are not constrained, to enable you to deliver and grow a successful and valued service that drives your business forward and continues to elevate the profile of the payroll team. 

Workshop 08

Personal and Career Development
Reward – The start of a professional career  
Hazel Tritschler MCIPP, head of people and OD operations and reward, University of Manchester  
 
Reward has become an area of interest, and it's time to review the opportunities of a Profession in Reward, from initiating a career, to developing the support network; to creating our ongoing strategic value.    
We'll focus on: 
- How to get into Reward 
- Where Reward professionals can work together 
- How we can demonstrate our Value Add with experience  
- Highlight the fun of working in Reward 
16:35 - 16:45 Comfort break
16:45 - 16:50 Welcome

16:50 - 17:30

40 mins
Plenary two  - CIPP policy team update  
 
Join the CIPP’s policy team who will provide an update in our closing plenary session of day one. We will explore the latest hot topics in payroll legislation and policy. Don't miss out on this informative session! 
17:30 – 17:35 
Day one conference close  
Clare Warrington MSc FCIPPdip AFHEA, chair, CIPP 
18:45 - 19:30 
 Networking drinks
19:30 – 19:35  Welcome
19:35 – 22:00  Networking buffet and activity

Day Two Programme

08:30 - 09:00 Registration, refreshments and exhibition 
09:00 - 09:05
Conference day two opening from CIPP 
Jason Davenport MCIPP MIoD, CEO, CIPP  
09:05 - 09:10 Introduction  
09:10 - 09:50
40 mins
 Plenary three – motivational session  
09:50 - 09:55 Introduction  
09:55 - 10:35
40 mins
Plenary four – Pensions update 
Andrew Blair, head of automatic enrolment and NEST, Department for Work and Pensions
10:35 - 11:05 Networking and refreshments with exhibitors 
11:05 - 11:50
45 mins
 STREAM THREE
Workshop 09
 
Payroll Leaders' Summit
Strategies for selecting the optimal benefits for your Organisation
Ana Laiu MSc FCIPPdip, director of pay and reward, PPHE Hotel Group  
 
With the cost of living still a challenge, employers are having to be creative in providing adequate employee support which is cost-effective and enhances the employee experience. 

This session will discuss various strategies for selecting the optimal benefits package for your Organisation, evaluating multiple considerations to enable stakeholder buy-in and secure employee engagement and retention.
Workshop 10
 
Payroll and Pension Expertise
The tax cases update for payroll professionals   
Justine Riccomini MSc FFTA AIPA Chartered MCIPD ChFCIPP, head of tax, ICAS  
 
Join Justine, in her ever-popular ACE slot for a rundown of the main employment tax cases from the last 12 months.   

  • You will gain an insight into:  

  • what the judiciary have been asked to review  

  • their approach to making decisions and the outcomes  

  • whether case decisions were binding.  

You’ll gain greater knowledge of key technical aspects of employment taxes legislation and why things work out the way they do. 
Workshop 11
 
Payroll Service Provider
Complete Anti Money Laundering Compliance 
Samantha Grant, head of business development, IAB 
Nikki Coles, deputy manager, compliance and professional standards, IAB 
 
Anti-money laundering (AML) compliance is a critical aspect of maintaining the integrity and security of financial transactions. In this session learn how having knowledge and insight into the eight areas of the IAB’s AML compliance process, can effectively help mitigate risks associated with money laundering and enhance the integrity of your business. 
 

  • AML compliance is crucial for maintaining financial transaction integrity and security. 

  • Learning about AML guidelines can help businesses mitigate money laundering risks. 

  • Enhance business integrity through effective AML compliance measures. 

  • Protecting your business by staying informed about AML regulations and best practices. 
Workshop 12
 
Personal and Career Development
Soft Skills Panel     
Nick Day ACIPP, managing director, JGA, Joanne Leather MCIPPdip, education manager, IPP Education, Ian Hodson MSc ChFCIPPdip, director of people and culture, Housing 21, Helen Seale, partner, WH People 
11:50 - 11:55 Comfort break
11:55 - 12:35
45 mins
 STREAM FOUR
Workshop 13
 
Payroll Leaders' Summit
Artificial Intelligence Panel  
Brian Sparling ChFCIPPdip, Julie Lally, managing director – payroll, CIPHR, Hazel Tritschler MCIPP, head of people and OD operations and reward, University of Manchester, Lisa Batty MCIPPdip, principal HCM solution consultant, Oracle Corporation UK Ltd 
 
How to implement AI to benefit work benefits/ process flows/ write reports 
 
How to make payroll administration better or easier 
Workshop 14
 
Payroll and Pension Expertise
IPPE Bitesize Training - Payroll Pitfalls of Maternity Leave
Fiona Smith MCIPPdip, Payroll Training Manager, IPP Education
 
Join Fiona Smith, IPPE's Training Manager for a bitesize training session on navigating payroll challenges during maternity leave. Key topics will include handling pay rises during SML, managing salary sacrifice pension schemes, understanding terms and conditions on return, and addressing sickness during the maternity disqualifying period. This session will provide you with essential insights to ensure compliance in your payrolls and support for your employees.
Workshop 15
 
Payroll Service Provider 
Payroll Driving Business and Profits Panel 
Maria Mason MCIPPdip, national payroll partner, BDO LLP, Karen Thomson MSc ChFCIPPdip FHEA, Partner & Head of Payroll, Armstrong Watson LLP, Louise Gray ChMCIPPdip, associate director, Evelyn Partners, Victoria Thatcher MCIPP, head of payroll, Rickard Lukin Limited, Laura Hughes, head of product marketing, Experian
Workshop 16
 
Personal and Career Development
Neurodiversity - Ways to help the future payroll professionals succeed 
Cybill Watkins MCIPP, group product legislation manager, Zellis UK Limited  
 
I would be looking to explain how we struggle in a working area that we should thrive in, how prejudice and lack of change can hold someone back and lose amazing talent. A new view for the employee cycle from 25 years of masking and failing to now thriving in a logic world. This is from a lived perspective. 
12:35 - 13:35 Lunch and networking with exhibitors 
13:35 - 14:20
40 mins
Plenary five - NMW and Holiday Pay Panel  
Jeni Morris, head of national minimum wage specialist team, EY Fiona Smith MCIPPdip, payroll training manager, IPP Education Paul Chamberlain, partner and head of employment, JMW Solicitors LLP 
14:20 - 14:25 Comfort break
14:25 - 15:10
45 mins
 STREAM FIVE
Workshop 17
 
Payroll Leaders' Summit

Cyber Security, following the breadcrumb trail of potential risks in the payroll foodchain 

Will Jackson ACIPP, CEO, C2 Risk  

Are you fully aware of the some of the risks associated with the security of your data?    

  • Examples of simple errors that can have catastrophic consequences 

  • Examine your supply chain closely and the inherent risks under the bonnet  

  • Access risk, remediate and then mitigate these risks 
Workshop 18
 
Payroll and Pension Expertise
Global mobility panel 
Moniza Syeda BSc (Econ) Hons., ACA, PGCE(PCE) MCIPP, head of international tax, Tolley (LexisNexis UK), Patricia Conway MSc, FCIPP, senior manager, LACE Partners LTD, Ros Hendren MSc, CMgr FCMI dip, FCIPPdip, FHEA, consultant, Well Paid Consulting, Wendy Muirhead, partner, WH People, David Field, global mobility director, RSM   
Workshop 19
 
Payroll Service Provider
Business Analytic Tools 
Karen Ward, CPP, payroll consultant, PayrollOrg National Speakers Bureau 
 
Data drives everything!  
 
As part of our profession, we have a wealth of knowledge at our fingertips. Individually they have their own meanings, however, collectively they can reveal so much more.   
 
 
Understanding which business analytic tool to use in assessing the data is essential, whether you are looking to provide a descriptive, predictive, or prescriptive message to management.  
 
After attending this session, you’ll walk away with a new strategy for the data back at the office for both compliance and business opportunities and be able to answer the following questions: 

  • Why are analytics important? 

  • How should data be reviewed/ analysed? 

  • What data can/should be analysed? 

  • When should you use business analytic tools? 
Workshop 20
 
Personal and Career Development
A shepherdess without sheep: can you lead without a team? 
Polly Sinclair MSc FCIPPdip MSET, programme tutor, West Suffolk College 
 
Do you aspire to be a leader but see it as unobtainable in your current role? Or do you want to take that next step into a leadership role but feel like you don’t have the experience to sell yourself in an interview? This session will explore how you can recognise and develop the essential qualities for effective leadership without being in a traditional leadership position 
15:10 - 15:40 Networking and refreshments with exhibitors  
15:40 - 15:50
Prize draw announcements with exhibitors 
Clare Warrington MSc FCIPPdip AFHEA, chair, CIPP and Louise Gray ChMCIPPdip, board director, CIPP 
15:50 - 15:55 Overseas guest welcome 
15:55 - 16:35
40 mins
 Plenary six -  HMRC session
16:35 - 16:40
Conference close  
Clare Warrington MSc FCIPPdip AFHEA, chair, CIPP 
19:30 - 01:00 The CIPP’s Annual Excellence Awards and entertainment