Keryn Paviour-Smith

Keryn Paviour-Smith is an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience across multiple global roles in talent acquisition and HR operations. Currently serving as VP of HR Operations at News Corp since November 2020, Keryn oversees HR Operations and Talent Acquisition for various international locations. Previous roles include directing HR operations at News UK and Australia, as well as leading recruitment initiatives at ManpowerGroup and Life Without Barriers. Keryn has a strong track record of implementing sophisticated HR technologies, optimizing recruitment processes, and managing significant workforce scaling, including hiring thousands of employees annually. Keryn holds a Master of Science in Economics and Political Science from Università degli Studi di Milano, alongside qualifications from the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Queensland.