Julia Adams
About Julia Adams
Julia Adams serves as the Associate Director of HR Advisory at KPMG Australia, where she leads the APAC HR Change team and oversees various HR initiatives. With a background in human resources and psychology, she has held multiple HR leadership roles across organizations in Australia and the UK.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Julia Adams serves as an Associate Director in the HR Advisory division at KPMG Australia. She has held this position since 2021 in Brisbane, Queensland. In her role, she leads the APAC HR Change team, which supports various business and HR change initiatives. Julia is responsible for executing cyclical HR projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency within the organization. Additionally, she has led the implementation of new Recruitment and Learning systems, focusing on process changes and business restructuring programs.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Julia Adams accumulated extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at the Australian Red Cross as HR Manager for Queensland from 2003 to 2006. Following this, she held the position of Employment Relations Project Leader at Suncorp from 2006 to 2010. Julia also served as Assistant Employment Relations Officer at Queensland Health for a brief period in 2003. Her international experience includes roles at HSBC as HR Transformation - Global Implementation Lead and at RBS as HR Chief Operating Officer.
Education and Qualifications
Julia Adams studied at The University of Queensland, where she earned two bachelor's degrees. She completed a Bachelor of Business with a focus on Human Resources from 1999 to 2002. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology during the same period. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in both human resources and psychological principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Leadership in HR Change Initiatives
At KPMG Australia, Julia Adams heads the APAC HR Change team, which is instrumental in driving business and HR change initiatives. Her leadership in this area involves overseeing the implementation of strategic HR projects that aim to improve operational efficiency. Julia's experience in managing complex HR transformations and her focus on process improvements have positioned her as a key figure in enhancing the HR capabilities of the organization.
Career Progression and Roles
Julia Adams has demonstrated a progressive career trajectory in human resources. After her initial role at the Australian Red Cross, she transitioned to Suncorp and later to Queensland Health. Her career continued to advance with significant positions at HSBC and RBS in London. Upon returning to Australia, she worked at The University of Queensland as Senior Program Manager for Human Capital Management Solutions before rejoining KPMG Australia. This diverse experience across various sectors has enriched her expertise in HR.