The Payroll function may not always be the ‘flashiest’ part of a business, but it’s one of the most vital and one that’s undergoing a remarkable transformation. In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast, host Chris Howard and LACE payroll expert Tricia Conway...
Fifteen million people, half of all workers, are set to benefit from the Employment Rights Bill, which will establish day one rights to parental and bereavement leave, include sick pay for up to 1.3 million of the lowest earners, and challenge fire and rehire...
Discover how HR is evolving from a reactive support function to a strategic influencer in business transformation. Our latest whitepaper, based on extensive research with 450 C-suite executives, delves into the new mandate for HR leadership. Learn about the major...
The LACE team who attended the HR Analytics Summit at the beginning of September had a fantastic time; a full day of learning, sharing ideas, and connecting with HR leaders and data experts who are just as passionate about the future of people a Adaptability and...
Did you know not all breast cancers can be treated the same way? In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast host Chris Howard, a member from our CSR team Natalie Berkoff, and guest Robin Woolcock, chairman of the UK charity for Triple Negative Breast Cancer...
Discover what it’s really like to work in payroll consultancy through the voices of our team. In this video, our consultants share their experiences of helping clients transform payroll operations, from strategy development to system implementation. You’ll hear how...
Unlock the Power of People Analytics and Strategic Workforce Planning The HR Analytics Summit London 2025—is a one-day event for HR, People Analytics, and Strategic Workforce Planning leaders. Designed in partnership with CHROs and HR Directors from the world’s most...
Ever wondered what it really takes to run a world-class payroll function? In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast, host Chris Howard, LACEr Julie Choudhury and special guest Melanie Pizzey, Founder of the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA), dive into the...
In brief Job architecture is more than job titles, it’s a strategic framework that underpins the entire employee lifecycle. A bespoke approach is essential, as ‘best practice’ must align with your organisation’s unique strategy and culture. Success depends on asking...
What does it really mean to be a Chief People Officer today? For many, the title has a different meaning depending on the business and the requirements (the scope also differs depending on which ‘hat’ a CPO wears – more in our previous blog here), often seen as just...
What does HR Shared Services and Payroll transformation look like in practice? That’s the question at the centre of the latest HR on the Offensive podcast, where Chris Howard and Dawn Goodall from LACE Partners were joined by Clare Phillips, Global Head of HR Services...
Join Chris Howard, Simon Bunday and Simon Puryer from LACE Partners as they introduce the Payroll Community and the new Executive Payroll Network. Discover how payroll leaders are connecting in a safe, trusted space to share challenges, explore AI and technology...
Addiction in the workplace is often a silent issue. In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast host Chris Howard and guest, Dr. Georges Petitjean, Clinical Director at Inclusion, cut through the taboo to reveal why HR leaders can’t afford to ignore it. Dr....
LACE and JGA Fantasy Premier League networking drinks To celebrate the start of the new football season, LACE Partners and JGA Recruitment are once again bringing the Payroll and HR communities together for our Fantasy Premier League (FPL) competition. To kick things...
In a recent conversation, Chris Howard sat down with LACE payroll experts Simon Bunday and Simon Puryer to unpack the not only the insights from our latest whitepaper but also the power of our payroll community. They emphasised how the community, through shared...
