April saw us head to sunny Salford Quays for a brilliant visit with longstanding member organisation, Kier Group!
We spent a fantastic morning with Dan Foley, Finance Shared Services Director, who kindly took the time to share insights into Kier’s journey, provide an update on what the finance team has been focusing on recently and talking us through what’s on the horizon. From learning about innovative team‑building initiatives to understanding how the finance function continues to evolve and adapt, the conversation was both insightful and energising!
The visit included a tour of their Finance Shared Services Centre where we were pleased to see Kier’s impressive awards collection on display, including two SSF UK awards, recognising excellence and innovation within the shared services function. It was also a great opportunity to share what SSF UK has lined up for the year ahead, including all things conference-related and how we will continue to create value for our members.
Overall, the visit delivered meaningful insights and strengthened connections!! A huge thank you to Dan for the warm welcome and the sweet treats!
We look forward to continuing our member visits and engaging with even more of our membership community over the coming months!!

























































