Jonathan Colman
About Jonathan Colman
Jonathan Colman is an Associate Director in Customer & Operations at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in economic policy analysis and business management, with previous roles at KPMG and the Department of Industry.
Work at KPMG Australia
Jonathan Colman currently holds the position of Associate Director in Customer & Operations at KPMG Australia, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he served as a Manager at KPMG from 2016 to 2019. His tenure at KPMG spans over five years, during which he has contributed to various projects and initiatives. Notably, he serves as the Strategic Advisory & Operations lead for the Defence Innovation Hub and leads the Navy Training Transformation initiative known as Project Vela.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Colman has a strong educational background from the University of Newcastle. He earned a Bachelor of Economics with majors in Economic Policy Analysis and Money Banking and Finance from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he completed a Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Commercialisation from 2009 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Business with majors in International Business and Business Management, achieved during the same undergraduate period. This diverse academic foundation supports his expertise in economic policy and commercialisation.
Background
Before joining KPMG Australia, Jonathan Colman worked at the Department of Industry. He held the position of Senior Policy Officer for one year from 2009 to 2010 and served as Assistant Manager for Commercialisation Australia from 2010 to 2014. His experience in these roles provided him with insights into policy development and commercialisation strategies, which he has applied in his subsequent positions at KPMG.
Career Progression
Jonathan Colman's career has seen a steady progression through various roles in consulting and policy. He began his professional journey at the Department of Industry, transitioning to KPMG Australia in 2014 as a Senior Consultant. His career at KPMG has evolved from Senior Consultant to Manager, and now to Associate Director, reflecting his growing responsibilities and leadership in customer and operations management.