ABOUT CIPHR

We're here for the people who are here for the people

HR, payroll, recruitment, benefits and learning software for UK mid-market organsiations 

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We amplify HR

Nurturing talent will ultimately make a business and its people more successful. People are the biggest asset in any company and getting everyone to do their best work is crucial. We’re here to amplify the voice and value of HR through intelligent data that helps people teams support their CEO and senior managers. 

To amplify the value of people and transform the impact of HR on the UK economy – one customer at a time

Our vision

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We simplify your
people processes 

Our solutions help HR teams work seamlessly while providing precious human insight to inform your people strategy. We help you amplify voice and value, throughout your organisation. Because when people are seen and heard, they’re inspired to do their best work. And when they do that, everyone wins.

We're trusted by 1,400 organisations, including:

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We shine a light on the hidden value of people  

The impact of HR decision-makers has never been more important and we’re on a mission to make sure those voices are heard. With the right data and the right tools, our customers can identify talent, trends and opportunities that reveal the hidden value of people. This is gold dust for HR leaders who want to have influence in the boardroom with HR software that helps them grow by informing strategy. We provide the means to automate and streamline processes so HR can focus on developing their people.

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We’re HR people at heart

Many of the Ciphr team have a HR background and we really understand the dilemmas and challenges our customers face. We know what slows you down and gets in the way of doing what you do best. We put our money where our mouth is and use Ciphr ourselves to transform our own growth and cultivate a culture we’re proud of. 

We’re friendly, approachable, and here to help. Let’s talk.

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We make award-winning payroll software

Ciphr Payroll was named the best Software Product of the Year at the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) Annual Excellence Awards 2025

Meet our leadership team

Sion Lewis
Sion Lewis
Chief Executive Officer
Joined Feb 2023
Ray Berry
Ray Berry
Chief Financial Officer
Joined Sep 2021
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Claire Hawes
Chief People and Operating Officer
Joined Mar 2018
Chris Boddice
Chris Boddice
Chief Marketing Officer
Joined Apr 2023
Phil King
Phil King
Commercial Director
Joined Jun 1998
Karen Williams
Karen Williams
Chief Revenue Officer
Joined Nov 2025
Andrew Stevens
Andrew Stevens
Chief Technology Officer
Joined Nov 2023
Simon Witkiss
Simon Witkiss
Chief Product Officer
Joined Jun 2023

Our solutions

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HR software

Intuitive, sophisticated cloud HR software that simplifies time-consuming tasks and amplifies HR. 

Ideally suited to UK organisations with 200-2000 employees. 

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Payroll software

API-led, cloud-based payroll software that delivers faster, more accurate pay runs. CIPP's Software Product of the Year 2025. 

Integrates with our HR software to give you maximum control over data flows, and total peace of mind in your data's accuracy. 

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Employee benefits software

Give your people a first-class experience with an employee benefits platform that works for everyone.

Deliver personalised flexible benefits, and tailored communications, with Ciphr benefits – powered by Avantus.

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eLearning and LMS

Support your people's career development with our advanced learning management system (LMS).

Our range off-the-shelf eLearning courses and bespoke content will help you deliver on your learning goals. 

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Careers at Ciphr

Could we be the perfect fit?

We live by a few simple but important values: Trust. Accountability. Service excellence. Authenticity. 

Sounds like you? See if you might be the right fit for our team.