Creating healthy work culture for growth of employees

I joined KPMG in 2011. I have seen diversity in the workplace prioritised over the years, with women from entry-level positions to mid-level management receiving support and encouragement. At KPMG, women are given an equal opportunity, from the recruitment process, to initiatives, to career progression and promotions to senior positions. KMPG’s Network of Women, KNOW, encourages women in junior positions to shadow KPMG mentors, thus supporting their career advancement.

 Most challenging

Running a team of over 50 people in the Middle East is both inspiring and demanding. With an employee’s own personal and professional goals, the realities of work demands can make it difficult to strike a healthy balance. My role is to keep them motivated, managing each employee’s personalities and aspirations to ensure they are fulfilled and engaged. Albeit challenging at times, it is extremely rewarding.

Most engaging

I find it rewarding to work with a variety of clients, including UAE business leaders, government officials, and private companies, assisting them in resolving workplace issues. I am inspired to contribute to the creation of a healthy work atmosphere in which employees can grow, as well as to enable an efficient and effective environment.

Marketa Simkova, Partner, Head of People and Change, KPMG Lower Gulf

In her role, Simkova collaborates closely with clients to achieve long-term organisational goals. She helps clients rethink business design, achieve HR satisfaction, sustain improved efficiency and ensure proper leadership practices, which support organisational transformation.