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Simon Hale is an experienced finance professional with a comprehensive background in financial management and reporting, currently serving as Financial Controller at Tesco Mobile since September 2019. Prior to this role, Simon held various leadership positions at O2 (Telefónica UK) since September 2001, including Head of Financial Reporting, where responsibilities encompassed financial accounting, group consolidation, and statutory reporting. Simon's expertise extends to strategic implementations, having led financial operations for significant contracts and transactions, such as the £1.5 billion Smart Metering Contract and the £200 million disposal of O2's Home and Broadband Business to Sky. Early career experiences include business planning at BT Wireless and multiple roles at RSM Robson Rhodes, culminating in Simon's ACA qualification. Academic credentials include a degree in Management & Chemical Sciences from The University of Manchester.