Jo Hood
About Jo Hood
Jo Hood is a Senior Manager of Coaching & Leadership at KPMG Australia, with extensive experience in human resources and leadership development. She has worked in various roles across multiple organizations and countries, including Deloitte and Grant Thornton, and holds advanced degrees in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations.
Work at KPMG Australia
Jo Hood currently serves as Senior Manager Coaching & Leadership at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, she focuses on coaching and developing leaders within senior management teams. Her role emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership and its influence on workplace culture.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining KPMG Australia, Jo Hood accumulated significant experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked as an HR Business Partner at KPMG Australia from 2017 to 2021. Her earlier roles include HR Specialist at Grant Thornton LLP in 2003, Human Resources Coordinator at Deloitte from 2000 to 2002, and HR Business Partner at CIT Solutions from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background
Jo Hood has a strong academic foundation in human resources and psychology. She earned a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from RMIT University in 2021. Additionally, she holds a Graduate Diploma in Human Resources & Industrial Relations from the University of Melbourne, completed in 1999, and a Bachelor's degree in Arts (Psychology) from Flinders University, achieved in 1996.
International Work Experience
Jo Hood has gained valuable international experience, having worked in Japan for several years. She held positions at Deloitte and Accenture in Tokyo, where she developed skills in diverse cultural and linguistic environments. This experience has contributed to her expertise in coaching and leadership development.
Professional Qualifications and Specializations
Jo Hood is recognized as an accredited Lumina practitioner, utilizing a psychometric tool designed for personal and professional development. She is also acknowledged as a trusted advisor in professional services, reflecting her commitment to fostering effective leadership and enhancing workplace culture.