Lauren Wartho
About Lauren Wartho
Lauren Wartho serves as the Head of HR Business Partnering and Operations at The Economist, a position she has held since 2011. With a background in HR roles and a qualification in Leadership and Mediation from London Business School, she has significantly contributed to enhancing talent management and employee experience at the organization.
Work at The Economist
Lauren Wartho has served as the Head of HR Business Partnering and Operations at The Economist since 2011. In this role, she has collaborated with group-wide leaders to enhance people capability and manage talent effectively. Wartho has developed strategic HR initiatives aimed at optimizing the employee lifecycle and experience on a global scale. Her responsibilities include managing HR operations that support the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring that the organization maintains a strong workforce and a positive work environment.
Previous Experience in HR
Before joining The Economist, Lauren Wartho worked as an HR Generalist at Beyond Analysis from 2009 to 2010. In this position, she gained valuable experience in various HR functions. Additionally, she served as an Office Manager at RP International from 2006 to 2009, where she managed office operations and supported HR-related tasks. This diverse background in HR roles has contributed to her expertise in managing human resources effectively.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Wartho studied at London Business School, where she focused on Leadership. In 2018, she achieved a Mediation qualification, further enhancing her skills in conflict resolution and negotiation. Her educational background and qualifications support her capabilities in HR management and strategic planning, enabling her to implement effective HR initiatives at The Economist.