Simon Stephens has a diverse work experience spanning over decades. Simon started their career as a trainee chartered accountant at Deloitte Haskins + Sells in 1988. In 1989, they joined Nestlé UK & I as an HR officer and later became the Human Resources Manager for the Chocolate Supply Chain. During their time at Nestlé, they implemented HR strategies and restructuring initiatives.
In 2002, Simon moved to Direct Line Group as a Human Resources Manager, where they led key projects and programs for integration and migration. Simon won several awards during their tenure.
In 2005, Simon joined the Royal Bank of Scotland as an HR Business Partner and later took on various roles within Insurance Operations. Simon also led people cost and efficiency programs and received recognition for their contributions.
In 2009, Simon joined Aviva plc as an HR Business Partner, where they had responsibility for multiple executive directorates and was part of the senior leadership teams for several functions.
Simon's next move in 2013 was to Bupa, where they held the position of Senior Business Partner, focusing on people strategies.
Their most recent role is at Railpen, where they started in 2018 as an HR Business Partner before being promoted to the Director of HR in 2022.
Simon Stephens is a member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development. Simon attended Queen Mary's Grammar School from 1977 to 1984. Simon then studied at the University of Oxford from 1984 to 1987, earning an MA (Hons) degree in Geography. Simon also obtained a Diploma in Personnel Management from Leeds Polytechnic, although the specific dates are unknown.
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