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Steve Gardiner

Global Payroll Services Manager, Steve, recently joined Mauve Group, moving from the UK to Cyprus in the process. With over 20 years in payroll, his career has led him through several bureaus and in-house companies, where he has been involved with the implementation and ongoing running of notable global payroll clients. His last role before joining the Mauve team involved leading payroll for a high street hospitality business for 5 years. Steve qualified to the highest level of the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) certifications in the UK and has recently completed a qualification on Global Payroll Management through the Global Payroll Association. Steve is excited to push forward Mauve’s global payroll services in his new role.

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