Zellis acquires elementsuite to create AI-powered HR platform

BRISTOL, UNITED KINGDOM — Payroll and HR software provider Zellis has acquired elementsuite, an AI-powered HR software company. This merger will create a comprehensive end-to-end AI-powered HR and payroll platform serving enterprises across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Integration of services
While specific terms of the deal were not disclosed, the combined entity will merge elementsuite’s AI-enabled HR and workforce management capabilities with Zellis’ established payroll technology. This integration follows Zellis’ recent launch of HCM AIR, their AI-enabled and real-time payroll system, demonstrating their commitment to technological advancement.
Zellis to acquire (subject to regulatory consents) @elementsuite in complementary expansion of AI-powered HCM suite.https://t.co/Zbh7OyhZ0I
We’re excited by the opportunity this brings for new and existing customers of both elementsuite and Zellis.#TechNews #HRTech #PayrollTech pic.twitter.com/x4AcWiAe9d— Zellis (@Zellis_Official) January 9, 2025
Market impact and client base
Zellis currently serves over 10% of the UK’s working population, employing more than 1,200 professionals with a 60-year industry presence. The company’s excellence is evidenced by multiple awards, including the recent Payroll Software Supplier of the Year at the Global Payroll Association Awards 2024.
Meanwhile, elementsuite brings to the table an impressive client portfolio including major brands like McDonald’s UK, Travelodge, and Five Guys. Their platform specializes in managing the complete employee lifecycle, from recruitment to workforce management.
“Bringing together the depth of talent across both businesses and combining the strength of elementsuite’s HR and AI capabilities with Zellis’ payroll, HR, and AI capabilities will deliver even more value to our combined customers,” said Abigail Vaughan, CEO of the Zellis business unit.
Steve Elcock, CEO/Founder of elementsuite, added: “We are incredibly proud of the AI-enabled HR suite we have developed in recent years and, with the support of Zellis, are looking forward to bringing the benefits of our technology to more businesses. Zellis’ leadership in payroll will further enhance our overall offering and will help us better meet market demand.”