Mellissa Lim
About Mellissa Lim
Mellissa Lim is a Senior Risk Analyst at KPMG Australia, specializing in Ethics and Independence within National Risk Management. She has a diverse background in risk management and client services, with experience at various financial institutions and a commitment to community service.
Work at KPMG Australia
Mellissa Lim has been employed at KPMG Australia as a Senior Risk Analyst in the Ethics and Independence division of National Risk Management since 2012. Over her tenure of 12 years, she has contributed significantly to the firm's risk management strategies. Notably, she served as the sole Risk presence in KPMG Perth from 2014 to 2017. Mellissa has also presented her expertise in risk management through KPMG's Risktube platform.
Background in Financial Services
Prior to her role at KPMG, Mellissa Lim worked at the Royal Bank of Scotland Business as a Senior Client Services Associate in Global Transaction Services from 2007 to 2011. Her experience also includes a position as a Data Integrity Officer at the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) from 2002 to 2007. This background in financial services has provided her with a solid foundation in client management and data integrity.
Education and Expertise
Mellissa Lim earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with a focus on Management Information Systems from Curtin University, studying from 1997 to 2002. Her educational background supports her expertise in risk analysis and management, which she has applied throughout her career in various roles across different organizations.
Community Involvement and Volunteering
Mellissa Lim is actively involved in community service. She volunteers at Sunday School and participates in annual mission trips. Additionally, she serves as a Board Member for the Pink Cross Foundation since 2019, focusing on issues related to human trafficking. Mellissa also mentors women from refugee, migrant, and asylum seeker backgrounds, demonstrating her commitment to social causes.
Achievements in Risk Management
Mellissa Lim received a special mention in the 2016 Risk Management and OGC Newsletter for her work on the 'Management of Ethical Dividers for Ausgrid.' Her contributions in this area highlight her commitment to ethical practices within risk management. Furthermore, she has hosted presentations to raise awareness about poverty and human trafficking, emphasizing her advocacy for social justice.