James Stewart

James Stewart is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in business transformation and operational excellence, currently serving as a Senior Business Transformation Manager at Colonial First State since August 2011. In this role, James leads transformation initiatives and ensures alignment with organizational strategy. Prior positions include Senior Manager Remediation, responsible for addressing issues stemming from the Royal Commission into misconduct in the banking and financial services industry, and Senior Manager Operational Excellence, overseeing a team focused on training and continuous improvement. James also has a background in business information management and customer services. Prior to Colonial First State, James held roles at Trustees Executors Limited and Jacques Martin New Zealand, contributing to team formation, process implementation, and compliance within various domains. James holds a Certificate of Lean Six Sigma Competency from Cardiff University.