Alex Monkcom

💫As we move through the second half of 2025, HR and reward professionals continue to face a complex reward landscape. 💫 From meeting employee expectations to new tech integrations, it’s clear employers need to adapt, fast. 🔎I’m pleased to share key findings from our latest UK Reward Management Survey. Whether you're facing challenges with pay transparency, HR systems implementation or talent retention - these insights can help guide your 2025 priorities. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gA2rVQCj #RewardManagement #PeopleStrategy #Leadership #TalentRetention

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Across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, economic uncertainty, talent shortages and regulatory shifts are forcing employers to rethink compensation strategies. https://ow.ly/EvnF50Y5KwC #HRStrategy #TotalRewards #PayTransparency

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Automation is accelerating reward processes across many organisations. But automation doesn’t create accuracy - it amplifies what is already in your data. With pay transparency and compliance pressures rising, strong job architecture, consistent job evaluation, and clear governance are critical. Vicki Lane explores the risks and practical steps reward teams should be considering. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/en52QV-n

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Kelly Mitchell, Global Benefits and Recognition Director at Sage reflects on discussions at our recent Global Benefits Forum in London. AI is redefining value creation and productivity in global and regional benefits management, with Multinational employers keen to enable smarter, data-driven decisions that optimize spend and address cost management challenges, while boosting employee wellbeing. Find out more in our latest tech trends research: https://bit.ly/4qfH54j #AI #GlobalBenefits #CostManagement #BenefitsTechnology

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You digitised HR. But the documents? Still stuck in the dark ages. Manual workflows are slowing onboarding, draining productivity, and risking compliance. IDC’s latest research reveals what’s holding HR teams back - and how to fix it inside Workday. Download the research for free to see how leading HR teams are closing the digital gap. https://okt.to/GoETq6

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As we head into the latter part of the year, many organisations are asking us what’s next in HR. At New Dawn Resources Ltd, we’re seeing five themes shaping the workplace: ✅ Flexibility matters – Hybrid models beat rigid return-to-office mandates. ✅ Wellbeing as strategy – Holistic support for physical, mental & financial health is now essential. ✅ DEI as culture – Beyond compliance, inclusion drives engagement and innovation. ✅ Skills over degrees – Hiring, reskilling & manager development are critical for future-proofing. ✅ AI adoption with a human lens – Balancing innovation with ethics, privacy & transparency. Add in the Employment Rights Bill, pay transparency, and rising costs, and the HR landscape can feel complex. That’s where we come in—supporting businesses of all sizes to navigate change, stay compliant, and build stronger workplaces. 👉 Read the full update below. #HR #FutureOfWork #EmployeeWellbeing #DEI #HRTrends https://lnkd.in/eVAhtkmg

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It's that time of year again! Year-end reporting requirements, such as P11D and P11D(b), Employer Related Securities reporting, Short Term Business Visitor Reporting and so on are all coming due in the next few months. Please see our guide below on how activpayroll can support you with this 👇 #employmenttax #compliance #p11d #stbvreporting #ersreporting

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💡 Interesting read from HR Magazine today on the “blind spots” HR leaders need to address. What stood out to me is that many of these risks only become visible once they have already turned into problems. For SMEs without in-house HR, those blind spots can be even harder to catch in time. This is where outsourced HR support makes a real difference. We identify compliance gaps early. We guide managers through complex employee relations situations. We help build culture and wellbeing frameworks before issues escalate. It is not just about reacting when something goes wrong. It is about putting the right advice in place so that problems never get the chance to grow. 👉 At KAS Workplace Solutions, we make sure those blind spots do not catch you off guard.

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HR Shared Services wasn’t designed for the future — it was designed for efficiency. And that’s the problem. The next generation will move beyond processing to orchestration, intelligence and experience. Incremental change won’t get you there — bold redesign will. Expect more - achieve more - start now. Read our fantastic blog to find out how or get in touch 👉 #HRTransformation #HRSharedServices #FutureOfHR #HRLeadership #DigitalHR #LACEPartners #AI

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A very interesting report on pay for companies listed on London's AIM, the largest growth market exchange. Highly relevant insights for many European peers!

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How do you build a compelling business case for payroll investment? What does AI really mean for payroll teams? And how are employee expectations changing? In this episode of The People Agenda, Chris Howard talks to Simon Puryer, Head of Payroll at LACE, and Vickie Graham DipM FCIM ACIPP, Managing Director at Reward Strategy, about the key trends shaping payroll and reward strategy. Here are practical insights to prepare for 2026 and beyond. Listen now 👉https://hubs.la/Q03Yz_Vy0

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It’s a busy time of year for HR, from reward strategy, to succession planning, to integrating AI. Our latest HR newsletter offers insights and considerations around the most pressing challenges. If you’d like to receive this directly, please contact Ali Palmer, Katie Chevis, or Rachel Clark in our People & Culture practice. Read the insights here: https://lnkd.in/ezfDP9if

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Some great insights from my colleague Emily Jones on workplace wellbeing strategies in this blog. The anecdote in the ‘Wellbeing in action’ section really made me stop and think — such a powerful example IMO

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Have we lost focus on the simple stuff? Happy teams do better work, faster. Happy Economics author and WorkL founder Mark Price shares practical strategies to help HR leaders reverse rising workplace stress and improve employee wellbeing.  Backed by new data, this blog explores how small changes can make a big impact on engagement, performance, and retention. Worth a read if you're passionate about building better workplaces.  Read more: https://lnkd.in/eACRgvfe

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Shon Holyfield, Founder and CEO of HR Law Made Easy, talks about navigating the maze of HR compliance: The Challenges of HR Compliance Understanding HR Compliance Creating and Managing HR Content The Importance of Proof in Compliance Delivering Content and Ensuring Acknowledgment The Full Cycle of HR Compliance https://lnkd.in/ebcd-zs4

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Delighted to formally announce this partnership. At LBR, we’ve always believed that meaningful transformation happens when expertise, technology and people come together with real purpose. Partnering with Fudgelearn strengthens that belief even further. By combining our practitioner‑led HR transformation capability with Fudgelearn’s depth in digital learning and system adoption, we’re creating something genuinely powerful for organisations navigating change. We are excited about the collaboration ahead and the additional value we’ll be able to deliver for both existing and new clients. This is a partnership built for impact, and I’m looking forward to what we’ll achieve together.

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“The move to future-proof payroll empowers them with the scalability and reliability needed to confidently grow their business.” 💬 MHR's latest feature with the Telegraph Media Group explores how real-time technology and automation are transforming payroll operations across industries. Discover the latest research and learn how your organisation can future-proof its payroll strategy 👇 https://lnkd.in/exBacr7u #WorldofWork2050

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To my HR Network - take a look at some of the key moves within the HR market over the last several months!

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