Simon's early career started off in sales and account management, working for a local manufacturer of Security and lighting equipment. As he progressed through the business, he learnt about commercial operations, sales processes, and customer relationship development. Working at the head office with manufacturing, supply chain, and on-site logistics, he gained broader knowledge of supply chain, production, and delivery, enhancing his familiarity with the processes involved in a manufacturing business. 

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In 2004, he progressed his career into recruitment after several conversations with a long-term friend from school, and as the saying goes, the rest is history.  Joining Emerson Chase, he gained extensive training in the art and methodology of the headhunting process, and insight into the instrumentation, automation, and control markets. With their connection to the industry dating back to 1998 and having a strong client base, Simon worked with a wide range of major OEMS in the industry such as Siemens, ABB, GE, Emerson, Eaton, and Honeywell. Naturally motivated by new business development, Simon continued to build on the existing client base and helped establish the company's presence in new international regions. 

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Over his entire career, Simon has worked with a wide range of Manufacturers including:

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Outside of work, Simon is a proud father, bringing his son into the world in 2024, taking on the challenge of starting and building a business in tandem with learning the ropes of parenthood. He is a keen traveller, dog mad, and when his back isn't playing up, enjoys snooker, tennis, and golf.