Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is one of the UK’s leading higher education institutions, recently ranked among the top 100 universities globally. As a large and diverse organisation, Queen Mary relies on connected HR and payroll systems to support its academic and professional services staff across multiple locations.
We caught up with Obi Aguiyi, HR Systems Analyst at Queen Mary University of London, during Zellis Connect 2025, to discuss how his team is advancing their HR technology journey.
Having worked with Zellis for years, Queen Mary is continually evolving its systems to stay at the forefront of innovation, ensuring employees have access to modern, secure, and flexible digital tools.
“The benefits are massive. Our users can now use the app on the go, they don’t have to log into their laptops to do what they can do on a mobile device.”
– Obi Aguiyi, HR Systems Analyst at Queen Mary University of London
The app enables managers to approve requests instantly and employees to submit leave or update details from anywhere, making HR interactions faster and more intuitive.
“It offers us flexibility in terms of usage and keeps employees engaged. Managers can approve requests on the go, and employees can make their own updates just as easily.”
– Obi Aguiyi, HR Systems Analyst at Queen Mary University of London
The university’s teams are already seeing the impact of mobile access:
- Improved efficiency through on-the-go approvals and self-service
- Enhanced engagement by making HR processes simple and accessible
- Greater security thanks to mobile-first authentication and device protection
Obi also shared his excitement about Zellis’ ongoing focus on innovation, particularly around AI in HR systems.
“It’s always nice to see what our vendors have in stock for customers. The conversation around AI has been essential – it’s in our interest to keep up to speed with developments and innovation in that field.”
– Obi Aguiyi, HR Systems Analyst at Queen Mary University of London
In partnership with Zellis, Queen Mary University of London is ensuring its HR technology remains modern, intelligent, and ready for the future.
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