bio Simon Kirkpatrick Position: Chief Financial Officer Board Committees None Date of appointment to the Board 1 April 2021 Other current appointments None Past roles Simon joined Mitie in July 2019 from Balfour Beatty PLC where he held a number of senior finance roles including Finance Director for Major Projects and Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis. Simon began his professional career with Ernst & Young where he was a Director in the Energy practice. Skills and experience Significant UK and International plc experience;Proven track record in transforming complex contracting businesses;Extensive financial, strategic and commercial experience across a number of sectors; andQualified as a chartered accountant with a law degree from Exeter University.