Simon Mills
About Simon Mills
Simon Mills is a Business Solutions Architect at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2015. He has over 18 years of experience in business improvement and has held various roles in organizations such as Digital Equipment Corporation, Virgin Media, and BP.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Simon Mills has been employed at Nationwide Building Society as a Business Solutions Architect since 2015. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing business solutions that enhance operational efficiency. His tenure at Nationwide spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to various projects aimed at improving business processes and systems.
Previous Experience in Business Analysis
Prior to his current role, Simon Mills worked at several notable organizations. He served as a Business Analyst at Digital Equipment Corporation from 1990 to 1995, gaining foundational experience in business processes. He also held positions as a Process Architect at Southern Water and MWH Global in 2012, where he contributed to process improvement initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Simon Mills studied at NE London Polytechnic, where he focused on Land and Hydrographic Surveying and achieved RICS Finals from 1976 to 1984. He also studied at Warlingham. He is a PRINCE2 certified practitioner and is proficient in process modeling tools such as MEGA, Nimbus Control, and Visio. His educational background supports his extensive experience in business improvement and operational excellence.
Achievements in Business Improvement
With over 18 years of experience, Simon Mills has a strong track record in improving, designing, and building effective business processes. He has worked with large organizations, including the Ministry of Defence, Southern Water, Virgin Media, and the National Trust. His expertise includes process mapping and lean six sigma methodologies, which he has applied to deliver significant change within organizations.
Security Clearance and Professional Skills
Simon Mills holds Security Checked (SC) and Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance from the Ministry of Defence. He is recognized as a confident and assertive facilitator, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including board-level discussions. His skills in facilitation and process improvement are complemented by his extensive experience in complex organizational environments.