Aaron Mudd

Aaron is a seasoned professional in payroll, benefits, and reward strategies, with experience across various industries. Currently the Group Reward Lead at VIRTUS Data Centres, Aaron oversees the development and implementation of global reward programs.

Previously, Aaron served as the Head of Reward at Highbourne Group, where he led the development of key incentive schemes and managed the implementation of HRIS and payroll systems. Before Highbourne, Aaron was the Global Payroll and Benefits Senior Manager at DECIEM The Abnormal Beauty Company. In this role, he oversaw payroll and benefits operations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.

Aaron also spent significant time at Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, first as the Payroll Manager for the UK & ROI, and later as the European Pay and Benefits Manager. During this time, he implemented transparent pay models, supported executive pay reviews, and introduced industry-leading policies, such as the Real Living Wage and childcare funding. He co-managed the Lush Employee Benefit Trust, bringing employee share ownership to the forefront.

Recognised as a leading professional in the field, Aaron has been listed in the Reward 300 from 2018 to 2023, receiving accolades as a Payroll Leader of the Year and being acknowledged among the top international payroll and employee benefits experts.