In this follow up to our “Mentoring in HR – how can it be used?” podcast, Chris and Debbie Mitchell are once again joined by Charlotte Watmore, the Inclusion and Diversity Project Manager at Wates Group, and Charly Young, the CEO and co-founder of both The Girls Network and the Equilibrium Gender Collective. They discuss the theme of mentoring, particularly focusing on the quantifiable outputs and impacts of mentoring programs. Listen now for valuable insights into the intricacies of mentoring programs ..read more

Chris and Emma Leonis-Hughes welcome Jennifer Liston-Smith, the Head of Thought Leadership at Bright Horizons, as their guest. Together, they delve into the latest insights from the Modern Families Index report from 2024, a piece of research conducted by Bright Horizons since 2012. This discussion sheds light on the myriad of challenges confronted by working parents and caregivers. Bright Horizons offer comprehensive services to support working families and employers in creating family-friendly workplaces. This podcast episode discusses hurdles encountered by working parents and caregivers. Li ..read more

On the latest HR on the Offensive podcast Chris delves into the critical role of leadership in building organisational culture and enhancing employee engagement. Chris is joined by Andy Brown, co-founder of Engage, and Pete Thomas, owner and director of Team Fit Limited. They explore various aspects of leadership's impact on culture and engagement, shedding light on key insights and practical strategies. The podcast underscores the essential link between leadership, culture, and engagement in driving organisational success. Listen now to learn how leaders can take ownership of these areas, rec ..read more

In this episode, Chris brings in LACE Payroll specialists Simon Puryer and Chris Kirby to discuss the payroll fundamentals you need to get right. Listen now to learn why it's important to have the payroll basics right and why you should start thinking beyond the next tax year ..read more

In this podcast episode, Chris and LACE payroll experts Adrian Axtell and Sara Thompson discuss national minimum wage breaches. After delving into recent press coverage around companies facing allegations of underpaying their employees, the conversation moves on to the payroll teams’ responsibility in ensuring compliance and explores strategies for businesses to address this issue. Overall, the discussion underscores the multifaceted nature of national minimum wage compliance. Listen now for proactive steps you can take to uphold ethical and legal standards while prioritising employee welfare ..read more

In the latest episode Chris introduces co-host, Debbie Mitchell, and guest Graham Norris, an Organisational Psychologist and Speaker. The focus of this episode is on HR professionals’ abilities to think strategically and long-term. The summary delves into various aptitudes necessary for navigating future HR challenges. HR professionals need to confidently engage in strategic conversations about the future, thereby positioning themselves as drivers of change and innovation within their organisations. Listen now to learn how to cultivate a mindset that embraces uncertainty and anticipates change ..read more

In the latest episode Chris is joined by LACE people analytics experts Becki Lovelady and Nancy Allen, as they discuss the importance of maintaining accurate and reliable people data in organisations. Listen now to learn how you can unlock the full potential of your people data and drive organisational success ..read more

In this episode Chris is joined by LACErs Debbie Mitchell and Ffion Bennett as they speak to guest Susan Binnersley, Director at h2h Limited. The discussion revolves around the complexities of outplacement, shedding light on its significance during times of organisational change. Outplacement, often included in a severance package, is a benefit offered by employers to assist terminated or laid-off employees in transitioning to new jobs or careers. Listen now for valuable insights into best practices for managing transitions with empathy and professionalism ..read more

In this podcast we discuss our newly released HR Shared Services Trends 2024 report. Chris is joined by the authors of the report, Emma Leonis-Hughes and Dawn Goodall, as well as guest Nadia Hutchinson, Global Director HR Services and Operation from the Cabot Corporation. Together, they chat through the evolving landscape of HR shared services ..read more

In this episode of our HR on the Offensive podcast, Chris introduces the topic of discussion, the HR operating model, particularly focusing on the payroll aspect. He is joined by Chris Kirby, a senior manager specialising in Payroll at LACE, to delve into the intricacies of payroll operating models. Listen now to learn how you can evaluate your organisation’s payroll operating model ..read more