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James Arnott

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Partner at KPMG Australia
📍 Greater Perth Area, Australia

James Arnott is a Partner at KPMG Australia with over 30 years of global experience leading large-scale business transformations. Specializing in the energy, mining, and natural resources sectors, he advises major organizations on improving business outcomes. James holds a Bachelor of Economics from Rhodes University.

Outside of work, James demonstrates a strong passion for community engagement. He serves as a Non-Executive Director for the Black Swan State Theatre Company in Western Australia and has participated in fundraising for youth mental health initiatives, such as the Hawaiian Ride for Youth.

He once took a sabbatical for voluntary work, applying his consulting expertise to help small businesses define and execute transformation plans.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
Partner
Location
Greater Perth Area, Australia
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Energy Transition
A primary focus of his work at KPMG, where he actively comments on budget and policy announcements shaping the implementation of the energy transition.
ESG Implementation
He is focused on helping clients take a holistic view of ESG, highlighting the opportunities, risks, and potential for making a broader societal impact.
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Career

Work history

7-2017
Partner
KPMG Australia
9-2016 - 6-2017
Executive Director
Sabbatical (Voluntary work)
1-2010 - 12-2013
Managing Director (Partner) – Client Account Lead & Business Service Lead (Ops and Projects)
Accenture
1-1994 - 9-2016
Managing Director: Accenture Capital Project Services (EALA)
Accenture
1-1994 - 12-2009
Managing Director (Partner) – Client Account Lead, Utility (T&D), Energy Lead for Spain, Portugal
Accenture
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Education
1990 - 1993
B.Econ
Rhodes University
1985 - 1989
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