We are back after a well-deserved festive break and ready to make 2026 our most impactful year yet!

This year marks a bold new chapter for SSF UK as we embrace our brand new theme: 🎯 Future Vision: Resilience Rebooted. In a world of constant change, resilience is more than a buzzword - it’s the foundation for innovation, adaptability, and sustainable success. Throughout 2026, we will be exploring what resilience means for our shared services members and how to reboot strategies for the future.

Welcoming New Members

We are thrilled to start the year by welcoming Open University and Legal & General to our SSF UK community! Your expertise and insights will enrich our network and help drive meaningful conversations across our shared services community. We cant wait to catch up with you all soon!

January Online Events

We are kicking off the year with three insightful sessions designed to support wellbeing and professional growth:

From Resolutions to Results: Protecting Your Wellbeing This Winter - Thursday, January 8th at 3pm
with Harry Key, Head of Global Specialist Services at CIC Wellbeing
Understanding CPD Accreditation: Elevating Professional Development Standards - Wednesday, January 14th at 10am with Amanda Rosewarne, Chair & Co-founder at The CPD Standards Office
Financial Wellbeing at scale: Why Tax Code Accuracy Matters - Wednesday, January 21st at 10am
with Co-Founder and Business Development Director, David Davies from CheckMyTax

There is still plenty of time to secure your place, register via the website and we will send you the Teams invite to join.

Looking Ahead

Our network events and leadership series kick off from February, and we have an exciting calendar ofonline and in person events, networking opportunities, and innovative initiativesdesigned to help you thrive in a rapidly evolving shared services landscape.

This year is all about building resilience, embracing change, and unlocking new possibilities. Whether it’s through thought-provoking discussions, practical insights, or collaborative learning, SSF UK is here to support your journey every step of the way.

Help us grow our SSF UK Community Forest

Through our partnership with JUST ONE Tree we are continuing to grow our SSF UK Community Forest and we have already planted 471 trees - a huge thank you to everyone who has donated. Every tree planted through the SSF UK Community Forest becomes part of a global restoration effort, with planting locations spanning countries such as Kenya, Indonesia, Madagascar, Brazil, and more.

Donate HERE help us grow the SSF UK Community Forest. Together, we are building a legacy of regeneration, resilience, and shared purpose.

Let’s make a difference - one tree at a time!!

Here’s to a year of collaboration, growth, and transformation. Together, let’s make 2026 extraordinary - full of fresh ideas, stronger connections, and a renewed vision for the future!

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