The Payroll Podcast

• 2026 Employment Rights Bill Breakdown & Impact on HR, Payroll and Compliance | PQT July

  Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!UK Payroll Is Changing: Are You Ready for What’s Coming in 2026?In this episode of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day and a panel of leading payroll and compliance experts break down the most critical changes set to impact UK payroll over the next two years.From the upcoming Employment Rights Bill to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reforms, zero-hour contract regulation, and the rollout of Student Loan Plan 5, this episode is your comprehensive guide to navigating what's coming — and what it means for payroll professionals, HR teams, and business leaders.We cover: The 2026–2027 Employment Bill roadmapMajor changes to SSP rules and payroll calculation impactZero-hour contract reforms and employee protectionsPensions, parental leave, and the rise of Fair Work Agency enforcementNew student loan thresholds and the confusion around Plan 5Cross-border payroll challenges with ROI and NI jurisdictionsWhat HMRC is doing to fix disputed RTI chargesWhy compliance risks are rising — and how to prepareWhether you’re a payroll manager, HR lead, finance director, or compliance officer, this episode is packed with the insights you need to stay compliant and ahead of the curve.Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated with every Payroll Question Time.Learn more about SD Worx Academy training courses: https://www.sdworx.com/en-enFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxSamantha Mann, Payroll Team Manager, Armstrong WatsonRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreMathew Akrigg, Policy & Research Officer, CIPPAndy Nicholls, Payroll and Pensions Expert, Consultant

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• The Future of Payroll As a Strategic Function in Business

  Struggling with global payroll complexity? Get Deel’s expert-backed playbook to automate payments, stay compliant in 100+ countries, and simplify multicountry payroll.Download the report and future-proof your payroll strategy today: https://www.deel.com/resources/gartner-guide-multicountry-payroll-2024/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_payrollnewsletter-gartnerreportpayroll-jul25_gp_all&utm_content=engage_gp_sponnewsletter_gartnerreportpayroll-sponnews400-fin_enPayroll is no longer just about processing pay. It’s about people, data, trust, and strategy. In this solo episode, I explore why payroll is fast becoming one of the most strategic functions in business—and how it’s shaping the future of work.From AI and automation to earned wage access, DEI, and employee wellbeing, I break down the trends that are transforming payroll into a true driver of business performance. I also explain what this means for payroll professionals today—and why the opportunity to lead has never been greater.Whether you’re a payroll leader, HR executive, or business decision-maker, this episode will show you how payroll is evolving, and how you can stay ahead.If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your team. Let’s elevate payroll together.Nick Day’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eStay tuned for the next episode of The Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!

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• The Ultimate Guide to Global Payroll Management | Max van der Klis-Busink

  Struggling with global payroll complexity? Get Deel’s expert-backed playbook to automate payments, stay compliant in 100+ countries, and simplify multicountry payroll.Download the report and future-proof your payroll strategy today: https://www.deel.com/resources/gartner-guide-multicountry-payroll-2024/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_payrollnewsletter-gartnerreportpayroll-jul25_gp_all&utm_content=engage_gp_sponnewsletter_gartnerreportpayroll-sponnews400-fin_enMax van der Klis-Busink didn’t just write a payroll book. He created the guide he wished he had when he started his global payroll journey.In this episode, Max breaks down the structure behind The Global Payroll Manager’s Playbook and why it's becoming an essential resource for payroll professionals worldwide. He explains how to turn payroll into a strategic business driver using his four-pillar framework: strategy, governance, operating model, and delivery.You’ll hear stories about real payroll failures, lessons in leadership, and how the right KPIs can shift payroll from a cost center to a source of insight and trust. This is a conversation about purpose, precision, and progress.If you're managing payroll at any level and want to elevate your impact, this episode is your blueprint.Connect with Max:https://www.linkedin.com/in/passionforpayroll/Max’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Global-Payroll-Managers-Playbook-Definitive/dp/B0F2SNJ622Nick Day’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eStay tuned for the next episode of The Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!

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• How CloudPay Is Disrupting Global Payroll with AI & Automation | Nick Webb

  For anyone who wants to learn more about CloudPay, or explore the 3 A’s for themselves, head over to: https://www.cloudpay.com/In this episode of The Payroll Podcast, we sit down with Nick Webb, Chief Marketing Officer at CloudPay, to explore how AI, automation, and APIs are redefining global payroll. With CloudPay’s “3A Strategy” (Automation, APIs, and Artificial Intelligence), Nick reveals how enterprise payroll teams are reclaiming 10+ days a month, eliminating manual errors, and delivering on-demand employee pay across the globe.Whether you're a payroll leader, HR tech enthusiast, or CFO navigating digital transformation, this episode breaks down the tools and strategies needed to build high-performance payroll systems that scale.What You’ll Learn:The 3 A’s powering next-gen payroll systemsWhy legacy payroll tech is holding teams backHow CloudPay helped global brands slash errors & increase retentionThe rise of on-demand pay & the end of traditional pay cyclesWhy AI should support — not replace — payroll professionalsReal-world results: saving 10 days/month for global payroll teamsHow to modernize payroll with visibility, control & automationConnect with Nick Webb: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickmwebb/Nick Day’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eStay tuned for the next episode of The Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!(00:00) Intro: Why Payroll Needs a Tech Makeover (02:17) Meet Nick Webb, CMO of CloudPay (04:10) How AI Is Transforming Payroll Operations (09:24) The Power of Automation, APIs & AI (The 3 A’s) (15:10) Real Case Study: Saving 10 Days a Month with Tech (21:35) On-Demand Pay & The End of Traditional Pay Cycles (25:20) Why Payroll Pros Must Embrace Tech Fluency (30:49) Global Integrations: Visa, Avis & the API Advantage (36:46) Payroll’s Role in Employee Experience & Retention (41:06) Human Expertise + Tech = High-Performance Payroll (47:04) Final Advice for Payroll Leaders Going Digital

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• How AI Is Reshaping the Future of Payroll | Mark Paraskeva

  Struggling with global payroll complexity? Get Deel’s expert-backed playbook to automate payments, stay compliant in 100+ countries, and simplify multicountry payroll.Download the report and future-proof your payroll strategy today: https://www.deel.com/resources/gartner-guide-multicountry-payroll-2024/?utm_medium=sponsored-newsletter&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_engage_download_nickday_sponnewsletter_payrollnewsletter-gartnerreportpayroll-jul25_gp_all&utm_content=engage_gp_sponnewsletter_gartnerreportpayroll-sponnews400-fin_enWelcome to another episode of The Payroll Podcast hosted by Nick Day!In this game-changing conversation, Nick sits down with Mark Paraskeva, CEO & Co-Founder of Paiyroll, to unpack how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the payroll industry. Mark brings 30+ years of experience in software and payroll leadership, including his time as UK MD at Sage. Now, as the founder of paiyroll®, he’s building tools that cut workload by up to 75% and he’s here to help you get ahead of the curve.If you’ve ever wondered what a smarter, faster, more automated payroll process looks like, this is the episode for you.Connect with Mark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markparaskeva/Nick Day’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eStay tuned for the next episode of The Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!(00:00) The Problem with Traditional Payroll(04:50) Mark’s Journey into the World of Payroll(06:56) How AI Is Impacting Payroll Migration(13:28) Understanding the Role of AI vs Automation(15:35) Do Payroll Professionals Need to Learn AI?(16:58) How AI Reduces Errors and Manual Data Entry(23:00) From Operator to Programmer: Payroll’s New Role(29:45) Can AI Deliver 100% Payroll Accuracy?(31:09) Empowering Employees with Self-Service & LivePay(37:15) How Much Time Can AI Really Save?(39:46) Misconceptions About AI in Payroll(40:59) New Skills Required in the AI-Driven Payroll World(45:05) Can Payroll Be Fully Automated?(49:50) Mark’s Vision: Making Payroll a Career People Love

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