Ignite Your Career: Payroll Power

Join Sarah Plant for this Ignite Your Career webinar replay exploring the world of Human Resources and the many career routes it can offer. With over 20 years’ experience in HR and her own HR consultancy in Staffordshire, Sarah shares her honest career journey, from starting out in HR and payroll administration to working across sectors including hospitality, prisons, financial services, retail and warehousing.

This session looks beyond the common perception of HR as just policies, paperwork and procedures. Sarah explains how HR plays a vital role in supporting people, guiding managers, shaping workplace culture, improving communication and helping organisations make better decisions. She also reflects on the realities of the profession, including challenging casework, employee relations, investigations, redundancy, engagement, consultancy work and the importance of having a strong support network.

The webinar also touches on how HR is changing, including the impact of technology, HR systems, AI, employment trends and shifting expectations around work. Whether you are already working in HR, studying an apprenticeship, thinking about moving into the profession or still exploring which area of HR is right for you, this replay offers practical insight, encouragement and real-world advice from an experienced HR professional.

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Sarah Plant

Sarah Plant

HR Consultant

Hi, I'm Sarah Plant, I run my own HR Consultancy in Staffordshire and, excitingly, I’m just about to welcome my very first employee, proof that HR is the place to be! My HR story began over 20 years ago when I landed my first role as an HR Administrator. Somewhere between policies, people, and plenty of cups of tea, I completely fell in love with the world of HR. Since then, I’ve learnt a huge amount, met some amazing people, and built a career I’m incredibly proud of. Now, I’m on a mission to share that passion with others busting the myths, bringing HR to life, and showing that it’s not just about paperwork and procedures… it can actually be great fun too!