Check out the latest careers at the CIPP:

https://www.cipp.org.uk/payroll-careers.html

Episode Guest

Dive into an enlightening conversation with Jason Davenport, the CEO of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP). With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Jason brings a wealth of knowledge on payroll, pensions, HR outsourcing, and much more.

In this episode, Jason shares invaluable insights on the importance of lifelong learning, the evolution of AI in payroll, and why payroll is a fulfilling career choice. Whether you're looking to understand your payslip better, seeking advice on dealing with workplace challenges, or exploring the diverse opportunities within the payroll industry, this episode has something for everyone.

Jason's extensive background includes leadership roles at major firms like NGA Human Resources and Capita, and founding Calendar Consulting Ltd, a payroll consultancy firm. Beyond his professional life, Jason is passionate about mentoring, having supported various business leaders through the ‘Be The Business Mentor’ initiative. He's also actively involved in coaching youth rugby and enjoys powerboating.

Join us in this episode to learn from one of the payroll industry's top leaders and explore how you can make a difference in this essential field.

Episode Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction and the Importance of Lifelong Learning

03:40 - Understanding Payslips and Financial Awareness

06:57 - Dealing with Workplace Bullies

09:08 - The Diverse Opportunities in the Payroll Industry

20:25 - The Power of a Positive Mindset and Consistent Hard Work

22:26 - The Evolution of AI in the Payroll Industry

17:26 - Choosing Payroll as a Career: A Fulfilling Profession

29:18 - Making a Difference in the Payroll Industry

Episode Partner

The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) is the UK’s leading institute for payroll, pensions, and reward professionals. With over 9,500 members, the CIPP is dedicated to raising the profile of payroll across UK businesses through top-tier education, compliance support, and government representation. Recognized as the best overall UK association in 2021 and a top employer in 2022, the CIPP is committed to excellence and professionalism in the industry.

Check out the latest careers at Mars:

http://www.maltesers.co.uk/lighten-the-load

Episode Guest

Meet Adam Grant, General Manager at Mars Wrigley UK.

Adam Grant is General Manager (GM) of Mars Wrigley UK, a role he has held since 2021. Mars produces some of Britain’s most loved brands, from Ben’s Original to Sheba and Maltesers. As General Manager for Mars Wrigley UK and overall lead for Mars’ UK business, Adam Grant is navigating innovative product development and sustainability initiatives across the business.

With 25 years’ consumer goods industry experience, Adam joined Mars Wrigley from Danone, where he spent 17 years, most recently as Regional GM - Danone Dairy UK, Belgium, Netherlands and Ireland, where he led the team to deliver significant growth in sales and category share.

Passionate about mentorship both within and outside the business, Adam volunteers for ORT, a charity working with A Level students to provide mentoring and support around career and A level choices and PSALT, an organisation championing and mentoring under-represented talent at the early stages of their careers.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Finding Your Passion and Purpose

08:22 Exploring Job Opportunities in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Industry

15:31 Joining an Apprenticeship Program for Career Development

19:03 Creating and Launching a New Product

23:51 Making a Difference and Leaving a Positive Impact

26:45 Embracing Curiosity and Continuous Learning

27:45 Finding Joy in Your Work

Episode Partner

Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With over $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 115,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

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Episode Guest

Meet Mark Bailie, CEO at Compare the Market.

Mark Bailey, CEO of Compare the Market, shares insights on confidence, resilience, and the importance of financial education. He emphasises the need for courage in asking questions and the value of continuous learning.

Bailey discusses the power of insurance in protecting individuals from financial risks and the lack of financial education in society. He also highlights the success of the Meerkat brand and the importance of building a strong team.

Bailey concludes by discussing his role as a non-executive director of NHS England and the challenges of leadership and motivation in a large organisation.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Courage Comes Before Confidence: The Importance of Asking Questions

20:11 Insurance: A Money Power that Protects and Liberates

25:17 The Meerkat Brand: Building a Strong and Recognisable Identity

28:34 Financial Education: Bridging the Gap in Society

33:12 Team Building and Understanding People: Keys to Leadership

36:19 Gaining Perspective: Stepping Away from Your Own Elephant

Episode Partner

easyJet streamlines affordable travel for all, with every role crucial in connecting millions via Europe's top airline network. With an innovative culture, easyJet empowers you to shape travel's future.