Simon Hockin
About Simon Hockin
Simon Hockin is an HR Systems Analyst at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2021 after serving in various roles within the company for nearly two decades. He possesses strong technical skills and a proven ability to communicate complex information clearly to non-specialists.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Simon Hockin has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society since 2002. He began as an Advisor, serving for 11 years until 2013. He then transitioned to a Payroll Administrator role from 2013 to 2017, where he worked for four years. Following this, he became a Junior HR Systems Specialist from 2017 to 2021, also for four years. Currently, he is employed as an HR Systems Analyst, a position he has held since 2021. His work primarily takes place in Swindon, England.
Education and Expertise
Simon Hockin studied at Nova Hreod Academy from 1996 to 2000. He possesses extensive knowledge of HR systems, particularly in tools such as HP ALM, PeopleSoft HCM, Global Payroll, HelpDesk, PeopleCloud, SQL Server, Service Now, and Cutover. He has over eight years of experience with Oracle products, including the successful delivery of moves into Cloud environments. His expertise also includes user acceptance testing, writing and running test scripts, and managing defects for system updates.
Background
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Simon worked at Sainsbury's as a Shop Assistant from 2000 to 2002. His career at Nationwide spans over two decades, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of HR systems and processes. His roles have evolved from customer-facing positions to more technical and analytical functions within the organization.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Simon Hockin demonstrates strong IT proficiency in various HR systems utilized by Nationwide Building Society. He is skilled in translating complex technical information into understandable terms for non-specialist audiences. His methodical approach to problem-solving and attention to detail are key assets in his current role as an HR Systems Analyst.
Professional Conduct
Simon handles sensitive data with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. His ability to manage and analyze data effectively contributes to the smooth operation of HR systems at Nationwide Building Society. He is recognized for his thoroughness in executing tasks related to system updates and user acceptance testing.