Simon has held a range of roles in Wholesale Markets across 20 years at the FCA (previously FSA), including the supervision of buy-side, sell-side and infrastructure firms. He was the Head of Wholesale Markets Department from 2016, before taking up the post of Director of Sell-side in 2022. Simon is currently the Interim Executive Director of Markets. Simon has led the FCA's work on a series of market events, including nickel and LDI.
Prior to joining the FSA, Simon started his career on the graduate scheme at the Bank of England and holds qualifications in Economics and Law.