Andrew Philp is the Chief Corporate Development Officer at activpayroll, where he leads the accelerated growth and expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. With extensive experience in global payroll and mobility, Andrew is dedicated to helping businesses navigate the complexities of managing a global workforce, particularly in APAC, where differing laws, cultural nuances, and regulatory landscapes present unique challenges.

Andrew works closely with businesses to untangle these complexities, helping them streamline payroll operations and address mobility challenges to ensure compliance and operational success. Leveraging his practical experience, he collaborates with customers to design and implement effective, long-term solutions that drive transformative change and support their growth objectives.

Before joining activpayroll, Andrew gained extensive experience in global business operations and compliance through senior roles at KPMG in the UK and Sweden. His background spans financial audits, SOC 1 audits, process improvement, and technical vendor assessments, giving him a deep understanding of diverse regulatory environments. During his time at KPMG, Andrew worked with clients across the UK, Dubai, Houston, Sweden, and the Netherlands, building a strong grasp of international business dynamics.

Andrew has been an expat numerous times, having lived in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Sweden, giving him a personal understanding of the challenges individuals face when navigating global mobility. This unique perspective enables him to empathise with the needs of employees and employers alike, offering solutions that bridge both operational and human aspects of mobility.

Andrew’s leadership and expertise have been recognised across the industry. Recently appointed as a Board Member of the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC), he continues to demonstrate his commitment to fostering strong business relationships and driving impactful results in the region.

With a proven track record in global payroll, compliance, and mobility, Andrew offers valuable insights to businesses tackling the challenges of managing a global workforce in an increasingly interconnected world.