Sean Kent
About Sean Kent
Sean Kent serves as the Director of HR Technology and Payroll at King & Spalding, where he leads global teams in modernizing people processes. With extensive experience in HR technology and cloud HCM platforms, he has held various leadership roles at notable companies including Alight Solutions, Korn Ferry, and Accenture.
Current Role at King & Spalding
Sean Kent serves as the Director of HR Technology & Payroll at King & Spalding, an international law firm. He has held this position since 2022 and operates in a hybrid work environment based in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, he leads the global HR Technology and Payroll teams, focusing on modernizing people processes and implementing digital strategies.
Previous Experience in HR Technology
Before joining King & Spalding, Sean Kent accumulated extensive experience in HR technology across various organizations. He worked at Accenture as a Senior Manager from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he held multiple roles at Alight Solutions, including Director of Workday Product Strategy and Solutions from 2016 to 2017, and Director of Workday Cloud Solutions from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at Korn Ferry included positions as VP of Global Recruiting Technology and VP of HR Technology.
Educational Background
Sean Kent earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language & Literature from the University of Florida, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University, completing his studies from 2001 to 2004.
Specialization in Cloud HCM Platforms
Sean Kent specializes in cloud HCM platforms, reflecting his professional interests in modernizing HR processes. His expertise in this area has been developed through various roles in organizations like Aon, where he served as Senior Manager, Workday HCM Functional Architect from 2014 to 2017. His focus on workplace technology and the future of work informs his strategic approach in HR technology.
Career Progression and Leadership
Sean Kent has demonstrated a progressive career in HR technology and management. His early roles included Manager of Corporate Recruiting at DeVry Education Group from 2001 to 2005 and Consulting Director, Team Leader at Korn Ferry from 2005 to 2010. His leadership experience spans over a decade, showcasing his ability to drive HR technology initiatives and strategies across multiple organizations.