Emma Kirk
About Emma Kirk
Emma Kirk serves as the Associate Director of People and Change Management Consulting at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in psychology and extensive experience in human behavior change, she has held various roles at KPMG since 2015.
Work at KPMG Australia
Emma Kirk has been serving as Associate Director in the People and Change Management Consulting division at KPMG Australia since 2021. In this role, she focuses on strategic initiatives related to organizational development and change management. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at KPMG, including Manager of People and Change from 2019 to 2021, and Senior Consultant in People, Performance & Culture from 2017 to 2018. Her career at KPMG began in 2015 as a Learning Consultant, where she contributed to learning and development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Emma Kirk holds a Master's degree in Work & Organisational Psychology from the University of Limerick, which she completed from 2013 to 2015. She also earned a Higher Diploma in Psychology from the National University of Ireland, Galway, from 2012 to 2013. Her undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Studies and Geography from the same institution, completed from 2009 to 2012. This educational background supports her expertise in human behavior, organizational dynamics, and strategic communications.
Background
Emma Kirk has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to people and performance. Before joining KPMG, she worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Matrix Recruitment Group for five months in 2014. Her early career included roles focused on learning and development, as well as project consulting, particularly in the area of performance management. Emma holds dual citizenship in Australia and the European Union.
Research and Collaboration
Emma Kirk collaborates with colleagues on research initiatives that explore the application of behavioral insights for human behavior change. This research aims to enhance understanding and implementation of effective change management strategies within organizations. Her involvement in such projects reflects her commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of organizational psychology and development.
Transformational Change Projects
Emma Kirk has experience in strategic communications and learning and development, particularly in the context of transformational change projects. Her work focuses on facilitating organizational change through effective communication strategies and tailored learning solutions. This expertise contributes to her role in managing and guiding organizations through periods of significant change.