Clare Ashby
About Clare Ashby
Clare Ashby serves as Senior Legal Counsel at KPMG Australia, bringing extensive legal experience from her previous roles at AECOM, Plenary Group, and Kiewit. She holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Laws from Monash University and a Master of Laws from the University of Melbourne.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Clare Ashby serves as Senior Legal Counsel at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2023 and is based in Perth, Western Australia. In her role, she provides legal guidance and support to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at AECOM
Prior to her current role, Clare Ashby worked at AECOM as Managing Regional Counsel - WA from 2018 to 2023. During her five years at AECOM, she was responsible for overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance within the Western Australia region.
Legal Career at Kiewit
Clare Ashby was employed as a Lawyer at Kiewit from 2008 to 2013 in Vancouver, Canada. Her five-year tenure involved providing legal support for various projects and contracts, contributing to the company's operations in the region.
Educational Background
Clare Ashby has a strong educational foundation in law and arts. She earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Monash University from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Melbourne from 1996 to 1998 and a Master of Laws (LLM) in Construction from the University of Melbourne from 2007 to 2010. Her early education took place at The Geelong College from 1989 to 1995.
Experience at LOD and Plenary Group
Clare Ashby worked as Legal Counsel on secondment at LOD (Lawyers On Demand) for three months in Perth, Australia, from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she was a Commercial Manager at Plenary Group from 2013 to 2017 in Melbourne, Australia, where she managed commercial contracts and legal matters.