Lauren Start
About Lauren Start
Lauren Start is a Regional HR Business Partner at QBE Insurance, with extensive experience in human resources across various companies, including Pernod Ricard and PwC Australia. She holds two bachelor's degrees from the University of South Australia in Human Resources Management and Administrative Management.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Lauren Start has been serving as the Regional HR Business Partner at QBE Insurance since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business objectives, enhancing employee engagement, and driving organizational effectiveness. Her experience in human resources equips her to manage complex HR challenges and support the company's workforce needs.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining QBE Insurance, Lauren Start held various HR positions at notable organizations. She worked at Bickford's Group of Companies as a Group HR Advisor from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, she was with PwC Australia as a HC Relationship Manager from 2018 to 2019. Her tenure at Pernod Ricard spanned several roles, including Regional HR Manager, HR Manager for Services, HR Manager for Operations, and HR Advisor, from 2008 to 2016.
Educational Background
Lauren Start studied at the University of South Australia, where she earned two Bachelor's degrees. She completed a Bachelor of Management with a focus on Human Resources Management from 2002 to 2007. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Business in Administrative Management during the same period, providing her with a solid foundation in business principles and HR practices.
Career Development in Human Resources
Lauren Start's career in human resources began at General Motors-Holden, where she worked as an HR Advisor from 2005 to 2008. She then transitioned to Pernod Ricard, where she held multiple HR roles over several years, including HR Advisor, HR Manager for Operations, and HR Manager for Services. Her diverse experience in HR has contributed to her expertise in employee engagement and internal communications.