James Lawson

James Lawson is an experienced professional with a diverse background spanning various industries. With early career roles including Chef and Disability Case Manager, James transitioned into significant positions in public service, holding titles such as Quality Assurance Manager at the Probation Service and various managerial roles at the Department of Treasury and Finance and the Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria. As Head of Operations and Experience at the Energy and Water Ombudsman (Victoria) from January 2021 to November 2022, James also acted as Ombudsman. Currently, James serves as Strategy, Business and Client Engagement Manager at Aurecon and has held interim leadership roles at the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre. James possesses strong educational credentials, including an L.B. Honours Degree from The University of Manchester and a Master's Degree from the Australia and New Zealand School of Government, complemented by an Executive Masters of Public Administration from the University of Melbourne.