Simon Keegan
About Simon Keegan
Simon Keegan is the Group Technology Cost Optimisation Manager at Legal & General, with extensive experience in finance and project funding. He previously held various finance roles at Lloyds Banking Group and other organizations, specializing in risk mitigation and the presentation of complex financial information.
Current Role at Legal & General
Simon Keegan serves as the Group Technology Cost Optimisation Manager at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on optimizing technology costs and ensuring efficient financial management within the organization. He is responsible for providing detailed analysis of actual spending and forecasting expectations, which helps identify potential operational risks in ongoing projects. His expertise in presenting complex commercial information in an understandable format is crucial for effective communication across all levels of the business.
Previous Experience at Lloyds Banking Group
Simon Keegan has extensive experience with Lloyds Banking Group, where he held multiple finance-related positions over several years. He worked as a Finance Manager - Business Partner from 2010 to 2015 and previously from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Finance Manager - Transfer Charging from 2005 to 2007 and as an Assistant Finance Manager - Business Support from 2001 to 2003. His roles involved conducting due diligence activities and preparing complex funding for projects that delivered significant cost benefits.
Interim Role at OneFamily
In 2015, Simon Keegan took on an interim position as Head of Benefits Realisation at OneFamily for a duration of two months. This role allowed him to apply his financial expertise in a different organizational context, contributing to the realization of benefits within the company.
Educational Background
Simon Keegan studied at Kingston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business Studies from 1988 to 1992. This educational foundation has supported his career in finance and management, equipping him with the necessary skills to excel in various roles throughout his professional journey.
Early Career and Development
Simon's early career includes positions such as Commercial Finance Analyst at GE Lighting from 1998 to 1999 and Management Accounts Reporting at Kelly Services from 1992 to 1994. He also worked at Lloyds Bank in various finance roles, including Assistant Manager - Transfer Pricing from 2003 to 2005. Throughout his career, he has managed and developed small teams of part-qualified assistant managers, demonstrating his leadership capabilities.