Mel Parks
About Mel Parks
Mel Parks is the Chief Transformation Officer at QBE Insurance, where he has successfully led large-scale transformation projects since 2019. With extensive experience in human resources and transformation roles across various organizations, he is recognized for his strong enterprise mindset and high-level influencing skills.
Current Role as Chief Transformation Officer
Mel Parks has served as Chief Transformation Officer at QBE Insurance since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for leading transformation initiatives across the organization, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Her leadership is characterized by a strong enterprise mindset, which supports the delivery of complex transformation projects.
Previous Experience at QBE Insurance
Prior to her current role, Mel Parks held multiple positions at QBE Insurance. She was the Global Chief of People Operations and Chief Human Resources Officer for Global Operations and Support Functions from 2016 to 2017. She also served as Chief Operating Officer for the Asia Pacific region from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she successfully led a large-scale transformation project that involved coordinating cross-functional teams across various geographies.
Professional Background in Human Resources
Mel Parks has a diverse background in human resources and transformation. She worked at ANZ in various roles, including Transformation Program Director from 2009 to 2011 and Global Business Manager for Human Resources from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner from 2007 to 2009. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her expertise in stakeholder engagement and organizational change.
Educational Qualifications
Mel Parks studied at Monash University, where she achieved a Bachelor of Science in 1996. She also studied Applied Psychology in 1997. Furthermore, she has attended the Australian Institute of Company Directors, which has equipped her with knowledge relevant to corporate governance and leadership.
Early Career Experience
Mel Parks began her career as a Policy Officer at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade from 1998 to 2000. She then transitioned into human resources roles, including Human Resources Manager at River Island from 2001 to 2004 and General Manager of Human Resources at Framestore from 2004 to 2006. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in transformation and human resources.