Upcoming Association Events
The Association runs many events during the year – bringing payroll bureau leaders and their teams together to connect, collaborate and prosper. We run a variety of event types and this page is updated regularly so please check back to keep up to date.
Upcoming events
Your calendar of ABM events
October
9 FRI
10:30am
Webinar
Building a positive team culture
Strong cultures are built through everyday leadership. This practical session explores how leaders can strengthen trust, communication and collaboration, creating an environment where people feel valued, perform at their best and contribute to stronger business outcomes.
15 THUR
10:30am
Webinar
Collective Intelligence in Action: IRIS Responds
Hear directly from senior IRIS representatives as they respond to key themes raised by ABM members, share product updates and answer questions live.
20 TUE
3:00pm
Webinar
Leading different generations in the workplace
Today's payroll teams can span several generations, each bringing different experiences, expectations and ways of working. This practical session explores how leaders can communicate effectively across age groups, understand what motivates different team members and build a more inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.
November
3 TUE
1:00PM
Round Table Meeting
Cardiff Regional Roundtable Meeting
Cardiff Regional Roundtable Meeting ABM Round Tables come to Cardiff for the first time, with a new format: peer discussion, a practical onboarding workshop and a clear next step you'll take back to your bureau.
4 WED
London
Round Table Meeting
London Regional Roundtable Meeting
Following the success of our previous London session, ABM Round Tables return to London with a refreshed format, combining candid peer discussion with a practical onboarding workshop designed to turn shared experience into actions you can take back to your bureau.
10 TUES
1:00pm
Webinar
The Cheese Has Moved. The Question Is: Have You?
Following the success of our previous London session, ABM Round Tables return to London with a refreshed format, combining candid peer discussion with a practical onboarding workshop designed to turn shared experience into actions you can take back to your bureau.
12 THUR
Glasgow
Round Table Meeting
Glasgow Regional Roundtable Meeting
For the first time, ABM’s Regional Roundtables are heading to Glasgow creating space for bureau leaders to share what works, tackle onboarding together and leave with practical ideas to strengthen their own approach.
13 FRI
11:00am
Webinar
Thinking of Joining ABM? Hear What Membership Is Really Like
Hear directly from ABM members about the value of membership and how being part of the professional home of the payroll bureau industry supports stronger businesses, stronger teams and Making Change Happen.
17 TUE
1:00pm
Webinar
Exceptional Objection Handling
Handle price and client objections with confidence. Andy Bounds shares practical techniques to help turn pushback into progress.
19 THUR
2:30pm
Webinar
From Firefighter to Strategic Leader
When every day is dominated by immediate issues, it can be difficult to find the space to lead strategically. This practical session explores how to move beyond reactive leadership, create time for bigger-picture thinking and focus on the decisions and priorities that drive long-term growth.
24 TUE
1:00pm
Webinar
Move well, think clearly, perform sustainably
Practical strategies to help bureau leaders move well, think clearly and perform sustainably with Nikki Huntwood.
Types of events
Webinars
Members have free access to all our monthly webinars, usually held during the second week of the month. Examples of webinars we have already hosted include: implementing automation in your firm; software selection; and pricing for profit.
Annual Conference
The Bureau Management Conference is the first and only event dedicated purely to payroll bureau managers. Our 2025 conference heads to Manchester, promising another outstanding day for the bureau community.
Regional Roundtables
Members have discounted access to one of the Bureau Managers Roundtable meetings we host right across the UK. These in-person gatherings, typically 8-10 bureau seniors, provide the opportunity to delve deeper into the challenges of managing a busy payroll bureau.
Whatsapp Community
Members have access to our very popular WhatsApp community where they can interact with other members on a range of work-related topics.
What out members say
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