Abbi Thatcher
About Abbi Thatcher
Abbi Thatcher serves as the People and Inclusion Lead for Technology & Markets at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in human resources and organizational development, with previous roles at GE and Seven West Media.
Work at KPMG Australia
Abbi Thatcher serves as the People and Inclusion Lead for Technology & Markets at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2019 and is based in Melbourne. In her role, she has implemented a comprehensive talent management strategy aimed at attracting, retaining, developing, and mobilizing talent within the organization. Abbi focuses on enhancing and protecting corporate culture through innovative people initiatives, contributing to KPMG's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining KPMG, Abbi Thatcher worked at Seven West Media as an HR Business Partner from 2017 to 2019 in Sydney. Prior to that, she served as an HR Partner in a generalist role at GE from 2014 to 2017. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with extensive knowledge in managing cultural change and organizational development in fast-paced environments.
Education and Expertise
Abbi Thatcher completed her secondary education at Haileybury Girls College, where she achieved the Victorian Certificate of Education. She furthered her studies at Deakin University, obtaining a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a focus on Human Resources and Management, as well as a Bachelor of Laws (LLB). This educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational management.
Cultural Change and Organizational Development
Abbi Thatcher possesses extensive experience in managing cultural change and organizational development. Her work emphasizes the importance of adapting to fast-paced environments, ensuring that organizations can effectively navigate changes while maintaining a strong corporate culture. This focus is evident in her initiatives at KPMG Australia.