Leigh Bigg

Leigh Bigg is an experienced human resources professional with a diverse background in HR leadership across multiple organizations. Currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources and Vice President of HR Services at South32 since April 2021, Leigh previously held roles such as Senior Consultant at IG Partners and Senior Manager for Town Closure at South32, where strategic planning for Alyangula Township was a key responsibility. Leigh's tenure at BHP from 2005 to 2015 included positions such as Head of Human Resources for Manganese Australia Asset and Senior Manager of HR Analytics and Improvement for the Aluminium and Nickel Business Group. Earlier experience includes HR management roles at BHP's EMEA operations and Virgin Australia, focusing on recruitment and HR systems.