James Mc Atamney
About James Mc Atamney
James Mc Atamney is a Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in project leadership and management, having held various roles at KPMG since 2012 and contributed to significant government reforms and international projects.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
James Mc Atamney serves as a Director at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Sydney, New South Wales, and has been with the firm for a total of over a decade. In his current role, he is responsible for project leadership and direction, project management, and performance development management. His work includes leading business model and team cultural transformation initiatives, as well as overseeing data analytics and data literacy capability transformation initiatives.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Prior to his current role, James Mc Atamney held several positions at KPMG Australia. He worked as a Senior Consultant from 2013 to 2014, followed by a Manager role from 2014 to 2016. He then progressed to Associate Director from 2016 to 2019. Throughout his tenure, he led international consortia and global teams on complex projects, including initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic. His experience spans various locations, including Australia, New Zealand, India, Saudi Arabia, the UK, the US, and Canada.
Education and Qualifications
James Mc Atamney studied at Saint Augustine's College, focusing on Education from 2004 to 2008. He later attended the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he pursued studies in Business at UNSW in 2012. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in financial, economic, and actuarial analysis, as well as strategy and policy development.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
James Mc Atamney has been involved in various significant initiatives at KPMG. He led the development of a Creative Industries service offering, which serves clients domestically and internationally. He has also contributed to major whole-of-government engagements, supporting over $30 billion in reforms and projects. His work includes monitoring and evaluation, benefits realization management, and commercial appraisal, as well as shaping public discourse on key social and economic issues through publications.
Expertise and Specializations
James Mc Atamney possesses expertise in several areas, including financial, economic, and actuarial analysis, strategy development, and policy development. He has worked on impact measurement, government administration, and efficiency and effectiveness assessments. His focus on investment attraction and competitiveness, along with opportunities arising from decarbonization and energy transition, highlights his commitment to industry and economic development.