This year we are delighted to be celebrating activpayroll’s 25th anniversary. Since we were founded in 2001 by Alison Sellar OBE, the company has grown from a 40 person team into a global organisation with more than 400 employees, supporting over 500 clients across 150 countries. Our customer base spans FTSE 500 companies and multinational organisations across sectors including energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, insurance, professional services, technology, transport, manufacturing and retail. 

Expanding Our Global Reach

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Over the past quarter century, activpayroll has expanded its Global Payroll and Global Mobility capabilities significantly, developing its proprietary payroll platform activ8, and entered new international markets. Strategic acquisitions, including ProPay Partners in Malaysia and LIMES International in the Netherlands, have further strengthened our global reach and specialist expertise.

Today, we are a trusted partner for organisations managing complex international payroll and mobility requirements. The company processes more than two million payslips annually and operates from key global locations including Edinburgh, Paris, Frankfurt, Dublin, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Florida, Dubai, Cape Town and Perth. Our continued expansion across Europe, the Americas and APAC is supported by on-the-ground local knowledge and a strong network of partner integrations.

A Legacy of Innovation

activpayroll’s commitment to innovation has been a constant throughout our history. The company launched its Global Payroll division and Global Mobility service in 2002, introduced its activ8 payroll platform in 2006, and expanded into Global HR Services in 2022 whilst constantly delivering marketing leading HRIS integration capabilities with platforms such as Workday, UKG, HiBob and Sage.

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Our Vision and Values

To support our next phase of growth, we have refreshed our Vision and Values. Our vision—to be the leading provider of payroll, tax, mobility and international payment solutions that enable businesses to operate seamlessly across borders - is underpinned by five core values: Partnership, Excellence, Accountability, Expertise and Commitment. These principles guide how we collaborate, innovate and deliver for clients worldwide.

Award-Winning Excellence

Our achievements have been recognised through numerous industry awards, including international payroll accolades, global payroll team honours and star performer recognitions.

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Leadership Reflections

Gary Henderson, Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Reaching 25 years is a proud milestone for activpayroll. Our growth, innovation and the loyalty of our clients and partners reflect the dedication of our teams around the world. Our refreshed vision and values set a clear direction for the future." 

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Our Future Focus

Looking ahead, activpayroll plans to further enhance our services, invest in technology and innovation, and continue supporting clients as they navigate the complexities of global payroll, mobility and HR. We are excited to celebrate the 25 year milestone throughout the year and will be sharing updates and stories on our website and LinkedIn channel

 

By scaling, streamlining, or ensuring your people are taken care of, we bring absolute clarity to your global business.

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