Simon Briggs is an experienced professional in the metals trading sector, currently serving as Executive Director for Metals Trading at Standard Chartered Bank since September 2016. With prior roles at Hartree Partners, Barclays Investment Bank, Trafigura, BNP Paribas, and Macquarie Group, Simon has developed a strong background in derivatives trading and risk management across various commodities. Notable achievements include leading successful trading teams, restructuring business models for enhanced performance, and establishing new trading platforms in competitive markets. Simon holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance from the University of Technology Sydney.