Keith Wilson
About Keith Wilson
Keith Wilson is the Global HR Business Partner (Director) at Reuters, with a background in human resources spanning over two decades, including significant roles at the BBC and Thomson Reuters. He holds advanced degrees in Human Resource Management and Law, and he is recognized for his contributions to diversity and inclusion initiatives within the media industry.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Keith Wilson serves as the Global HR Business Partner (Director) at Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's HR strategy and operations. His role involves overseeing HR functions and initiatives across a global network, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at BBC
Keith Wilson has extensive experience at the BBC, where he held various HR roles. He worked as an HR Adviser from 1998 to 2000, followed by positions as HR Manager from 2001 to 2004, HR & Development Manager for BBC News from 2004 to 2009, and HR Business Partner for Audio and Music from 2009 to 2010. He also served as HR Business Partner for Journalism, ER, and Reward for a brief period in 2010 to 2011.
Experience at Thomson Reuters
Before his current role, Keith Wilson worked at Thomson Reuters as HR Business Partner for EMEA from 2011 to 2018. During this time, he managed HR operations and supported the organization’s strategic objectives in the region. His tenure at Thomson Reuters spans over seven years.
Education and Expertise
Keith Wilson holds a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management (MA HRM) from Middlesex University, which he completed from 1997 to 1999. He also earned a BA in Modern History and Politics from The University of Sheffield between 1993 and 1996. Additionally, he obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the College of Law from 2008 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in handling complex employee relations issues.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
In his role at Thomson Reuters, Keith Wilson has played a key role in enhancing diversity and inclusion initiatives within the company's global newsroom. His efforts focus on fostering an inclusive workplace culture and addressing the unique challenges within the media industry.