Emma Barklay
About Emma Barklay
Emma Barklay is an Education Sector Manager at KPMG Australia, where she focuses on business analysis and strategy management. With extensive experience in the education sector, she collaborates with clients across various educational levels to support strategic planning and address the growing demand for education.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Emma Barklay currently serves as the Education Sector Manager at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on business analysis and strategy management, working closely with clients across K-12, vocational education and training, and higher education sectors. She leads collaboration efforts to enhance KPMG's presence in the education sector and supports strategic planners, funders, and influencers of educational services. Her work aims to assist governments in addressing the increasing demand for educational services.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Emma Barklay previously worked at KPMG Australia as an Assessment Consultant from 2020 to 2021. During her time in this role, she contributed to various projects and initiatives within the organization, leveraging her expertise in education and business strategy. Her experience at KPMG has been instrumental in shaping her current responsibilities as Education Sector Manager.
Career at Fairfax Media
Emma Barklay has an extensive background at Fairfax Media, where she held multiple positions over several years. She served as Sales Manager - Education & Government from 2012 to 2014, followed by Business Director - Employment & Education from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she worked as an Account Manager from 2006 to 2008 and as a Key Account Manager from 2008 to 2012. Her roles involved managing sales and client relationships within the education sector, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Educational Background
Emma Barklay studied at Newcastle University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biological Sciences from 1995 to 1998. In addition to her degree, she completed a course in Advancing Negotiating Skills at Scotwork Australia in 2016. This educational foundation has supported her career in business analysis and strategy management within the education sector.
Previous Roles in Sales and Management
Before her current role at KPMG and her tenure at Fairfax Media, Emma Barklay held various positions in sales and management. She worked as Group National Sales Manager at The Intermedia Group Pty Ltd from 2019 to 2020 and as National Account Manager at APN Educational Media from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, she gained experience as an Account Executive and Key Account Manager at Fairfax Media, which equipped her with skills in client management and strategic sales.