Allison Kirkby

Allison Kirkby is the Chief Executive Officer of BT, a prominent British telecommunications company. She recently stepped into the CEO role in February 2024. Kirkby is newsworthy due to her significant compensation package, which more than doubled to £5.6 million for the year ending March, representing the largest pay award for a BT boss in over a decade. This substantial increase includes her base salary, bonus, and share awards. In addition to her personal compensation, Kirkby is also at the forefront of significant corporate developments at BT. Notably, BT is combining its international businesses with US mobile company Verizon in a $625 million deal, forming a new 50/50 joint venture. This strategic move aims to strengthen BT's global presence and operational efficiency. Kirkby's leadership is currently pivotal as BT navigates these major financial and structural changes.