Suzanne Ballard
About Suzanne Ballard
Suzanne Ballard is a Manager at KPMG Australia, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in human rights and sustainability, having held various roles in organizations such as Action Sustainability Asia Pacific and the Australian Packaging Covenant.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Suzanne Ballard currently holds the position of Manager at KPMG Australia. She has been with the firm since 2021, contributing her expertise in management and consulting. Her role involves overseeing various projects and initiatives, leveraging her background in sustainability and human rights.
Previous Experience in Sustainability Consulting
Before joining KPMG Australia, Suzanne worked as a Human Rights & Sustainability Consultant at Action Sustainability Asia Pacific from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure in Sydney, she focused on integrating sustainability practices within organizations, enhancing their social responsibility frameworks.
Educational Background
Suzanne Ballard has a diverse educational background. She studied at Université Pierre Mendès-France (Grenoble II), earning a degree in Droit, Administration et Politique Internationales from 2010 to 2013. She also attended Université Stendhal (Grenoble III) for Langues étrangères appliquées during the same period. Additionally, she completed a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Human Rights Law at McGill University from 2014 to 2015.
Professional Development and Early Career
Suzanne's early career included various roles that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Law Clerk and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Assistant at the Law Society of South Australia in 2014. She also worked as a Supporter Care Officer at Caritas Australia for three months in 2016, gaining experience in the non-profit sector.
Social Impact Involvement
In addition to her consulting roles, Suzanne was a Social Impact Committee Member at Somos21 Sydney from 2016 to 2017. This position allowed her to engage with community initiatives and contribute to social impact projects, furthering her commitment to sustainability and human rights.