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Affiliate Available to anyone who has an interest in payroll, pensions or reward £99

Enjoy access to a host of online career enhancing membership benefits.

International affiliate membership
If you are based outside the UK but wish to become a member of the CIPP, we offer an international associate rate of £99 per year. Click apply to join as an international member.

Free membership for payroll apprentices
If you are enrolled in a level three payroll apprenticeship, you could enjoy up to two years of free affiliate membership. For more details and to sign up, please click here.                                                                                                                                                                                                

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

Join online today

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Digital membership card

Accessible via the CIPP payroll factapp. 

Download the factapp here. 

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine is the CIPP members only magazine issued 10 months of the year, providing news, updates and in-depth articles on the issues relevant to your industry.

The online version is distributed free of charge to members, subscribers and advertisers. A hard copy is posted out to associate members and above as part of the membership package. 

For more information on membership please email [email protected]

 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

PMI affiliate Created specifically for professionals who work in both payroll and pensions. £100
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CIPP benefits

  • Access to CIPP Advisory Service – 12 enquiries per year
  • Online Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine
  • Discount on CIPP training courses
  • Payroll related collateral
  • Networking opportunities on CIPP’s Specialist Interest Group
  • CIPP’s payroll jobs board
  • Free attendance at online BeKnowledgeable webinars
  • Access to TotumPRO

PMI benefits

  • Digital copy of Pensions Aspects (PMI bi-monthly magazine)
  • PMI Technical News (technical supplements)
  • Pension related collateral
  • Discounts on PMI training courses and events
  • Access to PMI webinars
  • Access to PMI Regional groups
  • Opportunity to join PMI’s Mentoring and Development Programme
  • HMCA member discounts
  • Access to Pension Careers – Online job board
Terms and conditions
Please note that your data will be shared with the Pensions Management Institute (PMI) for the purpose of setting up your membership. Membership is valid for 12 months, price subject to annual review. Anyone holding a current, paid CIPP membership can renew at this grade of membership. By becoming a member you agree to the Code of Conduct, membership terms and conditions and the Royal Charter. Benefits are available for the individual member only.
 

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

 

Join online today

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 
Associate Student Mandatory level for those studying the Foundation Degree programmes. £145

Associate membership (or above) is mandatory for those studying the CIPP’s Foundation Degree in Payroll Management or the Foundation Degree in Pensions Administration and Management.

For a reduced fee of £145*, you can access all the benefits of an associate member whilst you study**, a huge support for your further reading and research. These membership benefits will enhance both your studies and your career. Don’t just learn the syllabus, live it.

Membership is optional for those studying the Payroll Technician Certificate or the Certificate in Pensions Administration; but recommended to ensure you stay up to date during and after your studies.

Are you considering an upgrade?
If you are interested in upgrading your student membership membership to full, please note there is an £80 application fee.

International associate membership
If you are based outside the UK but wish to become a member of the CIPP, we offer an international associate rate of £170 per year. Click apply to join as an international member.

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

*Price compared to associate member cost.
**Membership is not included in the enrolment cost and will be required to be renewed during each year of study. Prices are reviewed annually

Contact us to join

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Annual tax pack

Includes the Payroll Reference Book (updated for each tax year), payroll factcard and pen, and payroll desktop calendar.

Digital membership card

Accessible via the CIPP payroll factapp. 

Download the factapp here. 

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

Designatory letters for associate membership

Associate members are entitled* to use the designatory letters ACIPP after their name.

*Use of the designatory letters is reliant on continued membership of the CIPP

Membership certificate

You will be issued a certificate to represent your grade of membership.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine is the CIPP members only magazine issued 10 months of the year, providing news, updates and in-depth articles on the issues relevant to your industry.

The online version is distributed free of charge to members, subscribers and advertisers. A hard copy is posted out to associate members and above as part of the membership package. 

For more information on membership please email [email protected]

 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

Voting rights

If you are an associate, full, fellow or Chartered member you have the opportunity to have your say and vote on important changes to the Institute.
Associate Open to experienced or qualified payroll, pensions or reward professionals £175

Are you considering an upgrade?
If you are interested in upgrading your current affiliate membership to associate membership, please note there is an £80 application fee.

International associate membership
If you are based outside the UK but wish to become a member of the CIPP, we offer an international associate rate of £205 per year. Click apply to join as an international member.

Free membership for payroll apprentices
If you are enrolled in a level five payroll apprenticeship, you could enjoy two years of free associate membership. For more details and to sign up, please click here.

Stay connected after retirement
Retired individuals who wish to maintain their connection with the CIPP can take advantage of our retired associate rate of just £70 per year. For further information, please contact us at [email protected].

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

Join online today

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Annual tax pack

Includes the Payroll Reference Book (updated for each tax year), payroll factcard and pen, and payroll desktop calendar.

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

Designatory letters for associate membership

Associate members are entitled* to use the designatory letters ACIPP after their name.

*Use of the designatory letters is reliant on continued membership of the CIPP

Membership certificate

You will be issued a certificate to represent your grade of membership.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine is the CIPP members only magazine issued 10 months of the year, providing news, updates and in-depth articles on the issues relevant to your industry.

The online version is distributed free of charge to members, subscribers and advertisers. A hard copy is posted out to associate members and above as part of the membership package. 

For more information on membership please email [email protected]

 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

Voting rights

If you are an associate, full, fellow or Chartered member you have the opportunity to have your say and vote on important changes to the Institute.
Full Available to those with managerial experience or qualified to level five in payroll, pensions or reward*

 £215
plus application fee

Are you considering an upgrade?

If you are interested in upgrading your associate membership to full membership, please note there is an £40 (non-refundable) application fee.

International full membership
If you are based outside the UK but wish to become a member of the CIPP, we offer an international associate rate of £230 per year. Click apply to join as an international member.

Stay connected after retirement
Retired individuals who wish to maintain their connection with the CIPP can take advantage of our retired associate rate of just £70 per year. For further information, please contact us at [email protected].

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an application does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

Apply now

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Annual tax pack

Includes the Payroll Reference Book (updated for each tax year), payroll factcard and pen, and payroll desktop calendar.

Designatory letters for full membership

Full members are entitled* to use the designatory letters MCIPP after their name.

*Use of the designatory letters is reliant on continued membership of the CIPP

Digital membership card

Accessible via the CIPP payroll factapp. 

Download the factapp here. 

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

Membership certificate

You will be issued a certificate to represent your grade of membership.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Policy Think Tanks

The policy and research team were ­formally established in 1999 with a remit to provide members of the CIPP with a voice at government consultation forums influencing legislation as well as raising awareness of the role that payroll, pensions and reward play in the business arena. The team strive to serve the needs of the CIPP membership by acting as a conduit via which concerns can be heard and ­addressed.

The CIPP Think Tanks look to take steps to ensure that the wealth of knowledge and experience that is held by full and fellow members can be harnessed to the full. 

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine is the CIPP members only magazine issued 10 months of the year, providing news, updates and in-depth articles on the issues relevant to your industry.

The online version is distributed free of charge to members, subscribers and advertisers. A hard copy is posted out to associate members and above as part of the membership package. 

For more information on membership please email [email protected]

 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

Voting rights

If you are an associate, full, fellow or Chartered member you have the opportunity to have your say and vote on important changes to the Institute.
Fellow Awarded to those with a CIPP level 6 or 7 qualification, or at least two years at full membership who can evidence contribution to the enhancement of the CIPP and the profession

 

 £245
plus application fee
Fellow membership application guidance notes
Are you considering an upgrade?
If you are interested in upgrading fellow membership, please note there is an £105 (non-refundable) application fee.
 
Fellow membership of the CIPP – criteria
Fellow members of the CIPP are highly regarded payroll, pensions and reward professionals. They have demonstrated their commitment, skills and understanding of the profession and have enhanced career opportunities and professional standing within the industry.
 
Applicants must meet the following criteria and upon application will be assessed by the Chair and Past Chair of the CIPP to determine whether or not they are successful. The Chair and Vice Chair will then let the membership team know whether or not the application has been successful.  
 
Criteria to be met:

Either

• Holding a level six or seven qualification in payroll, pension or reward.
CIPP qualifications satisfying the criteria: 
BA (Hons) in Applied Business and Management (CIPP) 
BA (Hons) in Business Management
MSc in Business and Reward Management 
MSc in Payroll and Business Management 
MSc in Payroll Management 
MSc in Strategic Leadership 
 
External qualifications satisfying the criteria: 
CIPD level 7 Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management 
 
Or

• Must be an existing full member of the CIPP; and therefore have met the criteria for full membership 
• Held full membership for a minimum of two years
• Be able to demonstrate contribution to the enhancement of the CIPP, its mission statement
o Supporting and developing payroll and pension professionals through education, membership and recognition
      and its values of:
o Teamwork
o Communication
o Trust and honesty
o Striving for excellence
o Professionalism
• Evidence a positive effect on the profession through:
o Member engagement with the CIPP through assisting consultation committees 
o The development of services to members in planning meetings for future events 
o Being published in professional journals on a continuing basis 
o Speaking as an expert at industry events on a continuing basis 
• Must have support from two other professionals within the industry, at least one of which should be an existing member of the CIPP 
• Must not be seen to be working against the CIPP through publishing negative statements, utilising company information for competitive gain or deliberately omitting information regarding the CIPP’s services when promoting the profession 
 
Stay connected after retirement
Retired individuals who wish to maintain their connection with the CIPP can take advantage of our retired associate rate of just £70 per year. For further information, please contact us at [email protected].

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

Complete the form here

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Annual tax pack

Includes the Payroll Reference Book (updated for each tax year), payroll factcard and pen, and payroll desktop calendar.

Designatory letters for fellow membership

Fellow members are entitled* to use the designatory letters FCIPP after their name.

*Use of the designatory letters is reliant on continued membership of the CIPP

Digital membership card

Accessible via the CIPP payroll factapp. 

Download the factapp here. 

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

Membership certificate

You will be issued a certificate to represent your grade of membership.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Policy Think Tanks

The policy and research team were ­formally established in 1999 with a remit to provide members of the CIPP with a voice at government consultation forums influencing legislation as well as raising awareness of the role that payroll, pensions and reward play in the business arena. The team strive to serve the needs of the CIPP membership by acting as a conduit via which concerns can be heard and ­addressed.

The CIPP Think Tanks look to take steps to ensure that the wealth of knowledge and experience that is held by full and fellow members can be harnessed to the full. 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

Voting rights

If you are an associate, full, fellow or Chartered member you have the opportunity to have your say and vote on important changes to the Institute.
Chartered Achieved by demonstrating extensive experience in strategic, budget and project management or directorship

 £275
plus application fee

Chartered membership status allows payroll, pensions and reward professionals to demonstrate their strategic value, experience and knowledge to their organisation and the wider profession. 

Are you considering an upgrade?
If you are interested in upgrading to Chartered membership, please note there is a non-refundable application fee. The fees are £105 for qualified professionals, or £205 for payroll professionals who can demonstrate sufficient industry experience. 

 

Stay connected after retirement
Retired individuals who wish to maintain their connection with the CIPP can take advantage of our retired associate rate of just £70 per year. For further information, please contact us at [email protected].

Prices valid until 14 June 2024. An administration fee of £50 applies to all new members, where an assessment does not apply. Previous members rejoining after a period of six weeks will also be required to pay the £50 fee.

Apply now

50% off payroll update training course

Discounted rate on the payroll update training course for CIPP members*

*Terms apply.

Annual tax pack

Includes the Payroll Reference Book (updated for each tax year), payroll factcard and pen, and payroll desktop calendar.

Designatory letters for Chartered membership

Chartered members are entitled* to prefix their existing designatory letters with Ch to indicate that the have achieved Chartered membership of the Institite.

For example:

  • ChFCIPP
  • ChMCIPP
  • ChMCIPPdip

*Use of the designatory letters is reliant on continued membership of the CIPP

Digital membership card

Accessible via the CIPP payroll factapp. 

Download the factapp here. 

Advisory Service

One of the most popular membership benefits, the service offers members support and advice through the highly valued technical helpline. Our Advisory Service officers Angela Adams, Lorna Nicholls, Karen Wharam and Chevonne Wild are part of the CIPP's policy and research team who sit on a number of government consultations, which means they provide up to date information on a whole range of payroll, pensions and reward topics. 

All calls made to the Advisory Service are treated in absolute confidence. Your membership number will be required in order for the team to answer your query. You can contact the team during the office hours of Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm and Friday 9am – 4.30pm via 0121 712 1099 or email.

Continuing professional development (CPD) tool

With legislation constantly changing, it is important for payroll, pensions and reward professionals to stay up to date to remain compliant and avoid penalties. The CIPP tool helps you set objectives and log your CPD to keep you on track. CPD is a mandatory part of CIPP membership for associate, full and fellow levels.

Events

Designed to provide an overview of how the CIPP can support payroll, pensions and reward professionals whilst giving an update on some of the most topical issues and the chance to network with other professionals.

To view all of the current events please click here.

Affiliate; BeKnowledgable webinars
 
Associate, full, fellow and Chartered; BeConnected: National Forums
 
Full, fellow and Chartered; National Payroll Week event
 
Chartered; online networking event and annual dinner

Digital badge for use on emails and social media

CIPP logo usage

Use of the CIPP Chartered Member logo to be used in a personal context, on email and social media.

 

Membership certificate

You will be issued a certificate to represent your grade of membership.

Membership discounts

Associate, full, fellow and Chartered membership includes discounts on CIPP membership benefits, products and services such as training courses and events. 

News Online

E-newsletter sent either daily or weekly depending on your preference, providing regular updates on the latest topics and legislation changes.

Online content

Access to content on the CIPP website, this includes the members area My CIPP, our online version of Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine and the CIPP resource library.

Payroll: need to know - Your guide to UK payroll legislation and reporting

Payroll: need to know - your guide to payroll legislation and reporting, is updated at the end of year tax year, and provides an indexed summary of news, and links to further information on payroll, pensions and employment legislation

The policy and research team attend numerous formal, and informal, government consultation forums to ensure the views of CIPP members, payroll practitioners and their employers are represented at the earliest stages of policy design.

The team uses their knowledge of pensions and payroll legislation to maintain and update the policy news journal, which contains relevant CIPP news items with links to further information and is indexed and categorised for easy reference.

Policy Think Tanks

The policy and research team were ­formally established in 1999 with a remit to provide members of the CIPP with a voice at government consultation forums influencing legislation as well as raising awareness of the role that payroll, pensions and reward play in the business arena. The team strive to serve the needs of the CIPP membership by acting as a conduit via which concerns can be heard and ­addressed.

The CIPP Think Tanks look to take steps to ensure that the wealth of knowledge and experience that is held by full and fellow members can be harnessed to the full. 

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine

Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward magazine is the CIPP members only magazine issued 10 months of the year, providing news, updates and in-depth articles on the issues relevant to your industry.

The online version is distributed free of charge to members, subscribers and advertisers. A hard copy is posted out to associate members and above as part of the membership package. 

For more information on membership please email [email protected]

 

Specialist interest group online forums (SIG)

Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) are a member only benefit designed for members to share and resolve issues, concerns or queries with other professionals within the same industry. The CIPP will provide support and answer queries, but the groups are self-serving. 

Statutory payment tables

Browse the CIPP resource library for useful news, document and links such as the statutory payment tables.

Voting rights

If you are an associate, full, fellow or Chartered member you have the opportunity to have your say and vote on important changes to the Institute.

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15k+

CIPP professionally qualified individuals in the UK

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