About Jane
Jane Hume is a Liberal Senator for Victoria.
Born and raised in Melbourne, Jane completed a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne, later returning to gain further qualifications in Political Science.
Subsequent to graduation, Jane held various senior positions in the financial services industry, working for the National Australia Bank, Rothschild Australia, Deutsche Bank and, immediately prior to her election, as a Senior Policy Advisor at Australian Super. She has also served on a number of boards including the Royal Children’s Hospital, Federation Square, and Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia.
In recognition of her extensive experience in corporate and philanthropic organisations, on entering the Senate she was immediately appointed as Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Economics (Legislation).
She has served in a number of Ministerial roles, including as the Minister for Superannuation, Financial Services and the Digital Economy, and as the Minister for Women’s Economic Security. She has also served as the Shadow Minister for Finance, Shadow Special Minister of State and Shadow Minister for the Public Service.
Outside of her career pursuits, Jane enjoys swimming, reading, and most of all, spending time with her three children.