Simon O'halloran
About Simon O'halloran
Simon O'Halloran serves as the Chief People Officer at Entain, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked at Vodafone, Experian, and other notable companies.
Work at Entain
Simon O'Halloran has served as Chief People Officer at Entain since 2018. In this role, he has been instrumental in implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives, contributing to the company's recognition as a leader in workplace equality. He has also developed and led a global talent management program that focuses on nurturing leadership within the organization. Additionally, O'Halloran played a key role in the integration of Ladbrokes Coral into Entain, aligning HR strategies across the merged entities.
Current Role at Vodafone
O'Halloran currently holds the position of HR Director for Customer Operations at Vodafone, a role he has maintained since 2014. His contributions include participating in the strategic transformation of HR functions, which enhanced customer operations through innovative HR practices. This experience reflects his commitment to improving operational efficiency and employee engagement within the organization.
Previous Experience in HR Leadership
Prior to his current roles, O'Halloran held several significant HR positions. He served as HR Director for Technology at Vodafone from 2011 to 2014 and as HR Director for Global Leadership Development at Experian for 11 months in 2010-2011. His earlier experience includes roles at Barclaycard as Head of HR for UK Cards and FirstPlus, and at Capital One as Director of Human Resources. He also worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Senior Manager from 1995 to 1999.
Education and Expertise
Simon O'Halloran studied at Nottingham Trent University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Studies from 1986 to 1990. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in human resources, where he has developed expertise in leadership development, talent management, and strategic HR practices.