Greg Thom
About Greg Thom
Greg Thom is an Emerging Talent Manager at KPMG Australia, where he leads the National Division for DIA, T&L, and Business Services. With extensive experience in graduate recruitment and talent development, he has contributed significantly to the field through innovative strategies and a focus on candidate experiences.
Work at KPMG Australia
Greg Thom currently serves as the Emerging Talent Manager and National Division Lead for DIA, T&L, and Business Services at KPMG Australia. He has held this position since 2023 in Melbourne, Victoria. Prior to this role, he worked at KPMG as the Emerging Talent Manager for the Consulting Division National Lead from 2022 to 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing talent acquisition strategies and enhancing early career talent development initiatives.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining KPMG, Greg Thom worked as a Graduate Talent Acquisition Business Partner at GHD from 2021 to 2022. He also held the position of Graduate Program Manager at REA Group from 2016 to 2019. His experience spans various roles focused on graduate recruitment and talent management, including positions at Vic ICT For Women and Leidos.
Education and Expertise
Greg Thom studied at The University of Auckland, where he earned a Bachelor of Business and Information Management (BBIM) with a focus on Human Resources Management from 2003 to 2006. He also attended South African College School and Westlake Boys High School. His expertise lies in designing programs for early career talent development and innovating recruitment processes.
Achievements in Graduate Recruitment
Greg Thom has been recognized multiple times by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) for his contributions to graduate recruitment. His innovative strategies, including the use of chatbots to enhance candidate engagement, have played a significant role in optimizing recruitment processes. He has also contributed to achieving top rankings for graduate employers in the tech industry in Australia.
Focus on Candidate Experience
Greg Thom emphasizes creating people-first candidate experiences in his recruitment strategies. He has a strong focus on optimizing volume acquisition processes to ensure a positive experience for candidates. His approach aims to enhance engagement and streamline the recruitment journey for early career talent.