- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Camping and Hiking
- Reading and Cinema
- History and Politics
Kevin Simmonds
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced Change Manager with a solid background in the investment banking industry, including roles at JP Morgan and Macquarie Bank. Proven ability to effectively manage operational, regulatory, and legal requirements while consistently delivering exceptional client service. Skilled in leading global teams with a strength-based, people-focused approach. Proficient in Office software, showcasing strong administrative and coordination skills. Currently pursuing a Diploma of Counselling to transition into peer support and community services. Passionate about using my lived experience of mental health challenges and personal recovery to inspire hope and foster resilience in others. Eager to contribute to peer work by empowering individuals through recovery-oriented support, while maintaining a commitment to professional growth in the mental health and social enterprise sectors.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Support Worker
Independent Support Worker
11.2024 - Current
Change Manager – Manager
Macquarie Bank PLC
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Community lead for Data Analytics
- Uplifting Knowledge and use of Data Analytics across two divisions
- People Manager
- Delivering process efficiency in operational tasks
- Supporting Change across Operational teams globally
- Alteryx License Holder
- Developed numerous workflows with measurable FTE saving, improved risk management and automation of manual processes
- Participation in Raise Mentoring program
Commodities Markets and Financing Trade Support – Executive
Macquarie Bank PLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Deal verification and confirmations process for Metals, Mining and Agricultural Commodities trades
- Drafting Trade Confirmations in timely manner, understanding regulatory reporting requirements
- Client service, both internal and external
- Building relationship with various areas within the Bank, including Traders, Marketers, Credit, Legal and other support divisions
- Alteryx License holder and designer for CMF Operations team
- Alteryx License Holder
- Developed numerous workflows with measurable FTE saving, improved risk management and automation of manual processes
- Passed Certificate in International Trade Finance during one-year secondment to the Physical Trade Finance team
Equity Derivatives MCA Negotiator - Associate
JPMorgan
10.2009 - 05.2016
- Client facing
- Standardise legal documentation and mitigate risk
- Identify opportunities for automation in response to regulatory reforms
- Partner with the Front Offices in Asia-Pacific to meet regulatory targets
- Develop strong relationships with in-house lawyers
- Prepare contracts and associated paperwork under instruction from lawyers
- Act as global point of contact for any client queries on Equity Derivatives legal documentation
- Active involvement on industry platforms such as the ISDA and Markitwire working groups
- Consistently meeting and exceeding the New York Federal Reserve regulatory target by 5% each of the last 3 years
- Established 2 regional forums to drive both regulatory and business agendas which subsequently increased client engagement
- Off shored 2 administrative functions of the role to India and Singapore which reduced headcount and saved 50% in labour costs
Education
Diploma - Counselling
Diploma of Counselling
Australian Institute Of Professional Counsellors12-2025
Skills
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Verbal and non-verbal Communication
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
References
References can be supplied upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Primary Ethics Teacher, Sydney, NSW, 09/01/16, 01/01/18
- Mentor, Australian Spatial Analytics, Sydney, NSW, 01/01/23, 12/01/23
- Mentor, Raise Foundation, Sydney, NSW, 11/01/23, Present
Affiliations
- Australian Counselling Association
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- NSW Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Screened
- Police Check
Interests
Timeline
Independent Support Worker
Independent Support Worker
11.2024 - Current
Change Manager – Manager
Macquarie Bank PLC
01.2022 - 11.2024
Commodities Markets and Financing Trade Support – Executive
Macquarie Bank PLC
01.2018 - 01.2022
Equity Derivatives MCA Negotiator - Associate
JPMorgan
10.2009 - 05.2016
Diploma - Counselling
Diploma of Counselling
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