John Watters
About John Watters
John Watters is the Director of People & Change at KPMG Australia, with extensive experience in strategic change leadership across various sectors. He has held senior positions at notable organizations including EY, Capgemini, and National Australia Bank, and has a strong academic background in human resources and management.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
John Watters serves as the Director of People & Change at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on strategic change leadership and workforce capability development. His experience in consulting and advisory services supports KPMG's initiatives in transforming organizational structures and enhancing employee engagement.
Previous Experience at EY
Before joining KPMG, John Watters worked at EY as the Director of People Advisory Services from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure in Melbourne, he contributed to various projects aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and employee performance through strategic advisory services.
Background in Consulting and Management
John Watters has a robust background in consulting, having held significant roles at top-tier firms such as Deloitte UK and Capgemini. His experience includes serving as Management Consultant focusing on strategic change leadership at Deloitte from 2000 to 2003 and as Director of Relationship Management at Capgemini from 2007 to 2016. This extensive consulting background informs his current work in people and change management.
Education and Expertise
John Watters holds multiple degrees and certifications that enhance his expertise in human resources and change management. He earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Bath, focusing on Change Management and Strategic HR. Additionally, he completed an Executive Development program at MIT Sloan School of Management in 2021, further solidifying his knowledge in organization design for digital transformation.
Leadership in Transformation Initiatives
Throughout his career, John Watters has led transformation initiatives across various sectors, including health and finance. Notably, he served as Executive Director of Transformation at the Victorian Department of Health from 2019 to 2021. His leadership in these roles demonstrates his capacity to drive significant organizational change and improve workforce capabilities.