Kirsty Lee
HR Director
Roles and Responsibilities
- Kirsty is the HR Director for BBC News & Current Affairs, with responsibility across both UK and International operations, leading a global team of HR professionals.
- She sits on the News Divisional Board and the BBC HR Leadership Team, providing strategic HR leadership that enables the News division to achieve its business objectives while maintaining a strong people‑centric focus.
- She serves as a coach, partner, and trusted advisor to senior leaders, offering guidance on people, culture, and organisational effectiveness.
Biography
Kirsty has over 14 years’ experience in generalist HR roles, including leadership roles as Head of HR in the News, Corporate Functions, and Content divisions. In 2021, Kirsty acted as Interim HR Director for BBC News. During this period, she guided the News Board through the significant operational and organisational challenges following the global pandemic. Most recently Kirsty led the development and delivery of HR Strategy for BBC Studios, leading transformation in the performance culture of the organisation.
Kirsty holds a BA in Theatre and Performance Studies, an MA in Human Resources Management and is currently completing a Professional Certificate in Executive coaching at Henley Business School.
Expenses and central bookings
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- Kirsty Lee had no expenses paid in Q4 2021-22
- Kirsty Lee’s central bookings Q4 2021-22
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- Kirsty Lee had no gifts or hospitality to declare in Q4 2021-22
Declaration of personal interests
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