Paula Hudspith
About Paula Hudspith
Paula Hudspith serves as the Senior Change Lead for Data, Cyber, and Risk Programs at QBE Insurance, where she has worked for 16 years. She emphasizes the importance of building trusted relationships and promoting an inclusive culture in successful change management.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Paula Hudspith serves as the Senior Change Lead for Data, Cyber, and Risk Programs at QBE Insurance, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for leading change initiatives related to data management, cybersecurity, and risk programs. Additionally, she has been a Change Management Manager at QBE since 2008, where she has accumulated over 16 years of experience in change management. Since 2019, she has also acted as the Global Change Lead for Risk Management, focusing on enhancing risk-related processes across the organization.
Previous Experience at QBE Insurance Group
Paula Hudspith has held multiple roles at QBE Insurance. She worked as a Change Management and Business Readiness Consultant in 2014 for 11 months. From 2016 to 2017, she served as the Global Change Lead for a Multinational Programme for one year. In 2018, she took on the role of Global Change / Communications Lead for 11 months. Her diverse experiences within QBE have contributed to her expertise in change management and organizational transformation.
Professional Background and Expertise
Paula Hudspith has over 15 years of experience in designing and implementing change strategies for complex organizational transformations. She has worked in various roles, including as a Change Management Consultant at ERS and Tradex Insurance Company Limited. Additionally, she owned and managed Integrated Business in Sydney, Australia, for ten years. Her extensive background in change management is complemented by her use of both traditional and Agile delivery methodologies to drive business value.
Education and Qualifications
Paula Hudspith studied at Portobello College Dublin, where she achieved a Montessori Education qualification focused on Early Years Through to Adult Learning from 2002 to 2004. She also attended Guildford College, where she studied Business and Commerce. Her educational background supports her professional roles in change management and organizational development.
Advocacy for Workplace Culture
Paula Hudspith advocates for building strong, trusted relationships as a key component of successful change management. She promotes an inclusive culture that encourages authenticity in the workplace. Her focus on collaboration and understanding the implications of change reflects her commitment to fostering a positive organizational environment.