Simon Rabbitt
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Robert Brophy
I worked with Simon Rabbitt for approximately 2 years and we worked particularly closely over the final 12 months of his tenure at Rugby Australia. Throughout that time, Simon was a highly motivated and professional individual. He showed real strength of character and commitment at a time of real challenge in the role. I have no doubt that Simon will be a huge asset to any future organisation he joins. Robert Brophy CFO World Rugby
David Hanham
QRU developed a strong working relationship with Simon at his time at Rugby AU. His ability to understand the strategic priorities and financial requirements in a short period of time was well received. He provided the QRU a strong line of communication and support to the National body and was always willing to provide ways to enable QRU to achieve its aspirations. I personally enjoyed the working relationship which I found was built on a foundation of trust and respect. Simon was always open and transparent on what he believed the opportunities and challenges were and delivered on what he said he was going to do.
Robert Brophy
I worked with Simon Rabbitt for approximately 2 years and we worked particularly closely over the final 12 months of his tenure at Rugby Australia. Throughout that time, Simon was a highly motivated and professional individual. He showed real strength of character and commitment at a time of real challenge in the role. I have no doubt that Simon will be a huge asset to any future organisation he joins. Robert Brophy CFO World Rugby
David Hanham
QRU developed a strong working relationship with Simon at his time at Rugby AU. His ability to understand the strategic priorities and financial requirements in a short period of time was well received. He provided the QRU a strong line of communication and support to the National body and was always willing to provide ways to enable QRU to achieve its aspirations. I personally enjoyed the working relationship which I found was built on a foundation of trust and respect. Simon was always open and transparent on what he believed the opportunities and challenges were and delivered on what he said he was going to do.
Robert Brophy
I worked with Simon Rabbitt for approximately 2 years and we worked particularly closely over the final 12 months of his tenure at Rugby Australia. Throughout that time, Simon was a highly motivated and professional individual. He showed real strength of character and commitment at a time of real challenge in the role. I have no doubt that Simon will be a huge asset to any future organisation he joins. Robert Brophy CFO World Rugby
David Hanham
QRU developed a strong working relationship with Simon at his time at Rugby AU. His ability to understand the strategic priorities and financial requirements in a short period of time was well received. He provided the QRU a strong line of communication and support to the National body and was always willing to provide ways to enable QRU to achieve its aspirations. I personally enjoyed the working relationship which I found was built on a foundation of trust and respect. Simon was always open and transparent on what he believed the opportunities and challenges were and delivered on what he said he was going to do.
Robert Brophy
I worked with Simon Rabbitt for approximately 2 years and we worked particularly closely over the final 12 months of his tenure at Rugby Australia. Throughout that time, Simon was a highly motivated and professional individual. He showed real strength of character and commitment at a time of real challenge in the role. I have no doubt that Simon will be a huge asset to any future organisation he joins. Robert Brophy CFO World Rugby
David Hanham
QRU developed a strong working relationship with Simon at his time at Rugby AU. His ability to understand the strategic priorities and financial requirements in a short period of time was well received. He provided the QRU a strong line of communication and support to the National body and was always willing to provide ways to enable QRU to achieve its aspirations. I personally enjoyed the working relationship which I found was built on a foundation of trust and respect. Simon was always open and transparent on what he believed the opportunities and challenges were and delivered on what he said he was going to do.
Experience
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Mighty Kingdom
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Australia
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Computer Games
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interim CEO
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Oct 2023 - Present
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Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO)
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Jan 2023 - Oct 2023
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SR Consulting
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Consultant
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Oct 2020 - Dec 2022
Providing strategic, financial and operational expertise to multiple businesses across the Sports, Media and Technology sector. Working directly with CEO’s and Executive Teams to ensure the right systems, processes and people are in place to create effective business environments to enhance decision making and drive value. Clients include: Uber, Warner Brothers Television Production, FIFA: Women’s World Cup 2023, Basketball Australia: Women’s World Cup 2022, Sony Pictures Television International Production Show less
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FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2022 Local Organising Committee
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Australia
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member of both the Finance & Risk Committee and Sustainability Advisory Panel
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Jul 2021 - Oct 2022
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Eliza Food and Wine
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Australia
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Restaurants
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Co-Owner
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Oct 2018 - Jul 2021
eliza food & wine delivers modern and uncomplicated food complemented by a vibrant and exciting wine list in a relaxed and stylish venue. expect a bright bistro & wine bar where everyone is welcome. eliza food & wine delivers modern and uncomplicated food complemented by a vibrant and exciting wine list in a relaxed and stylish venue. expect a bright bistro & wine bar where everyone is welcome.
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Rugby Australia
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Chief Business Officer
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Aug 2018 - Sep 2020
Rugby Australia is the national governing body of Rugby in Australia. Rugby Australia has the critical role of leading, fostering and encouraging interest and participation in Rugby Union amongst Australians of all ages, genders and disabilities in association with Member Unions. It is responsible for delivering excellence in high performance leading the National Teams of the Wallabies, Wallaroos, Men’s and Women’s Sevens, Pathway programs and supporting the Super Rugby competition and associated teams. Reporting to the CEO Company Director for the Australian Rugby Foundation Responsible for the strategic, finance and operational business functions and to lead the CEO and Executive team to originate, develop and implement an annual strategic and commercially focused operating model and financial program that supports the objectives of Rugby Australia and Rugby in Australia. Key attributes • Leadership: Finance, IT and Technology, Office Management • Strategy • Commercial Acumen • Financial and Business Reporting • Operational Management • Board and Audit & Risk Committee • Stakeholder Management • Culture • Technology and Digital Show less
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Fremantle Australia
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Australia
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Operating Officer - Australia and Asia
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Jul 2015 - Dec 2017
FremantleMedia Australia is part of global entertainment group FremantleMedia, and is one the of the market leaders in the creation, production and distribution of entertainment brands and the creation of original digital media content, brand integration and brand extensions.Reporting directly to the Regional CEO - Australia & Asia managing 9 direct reports covering over 40 staff across Australia and Asia Responsible for leading all business functions to ensure a focused team to execute strategic objectives, deliver commercial outcomes and drive operational efficiencies.Key attributes• Leadership: Finance, Legal and Business Affairs, Information Technology, HR & Office Facilities, Communications, Research and Production Management teams across Australia & Asia• Commercial Acumen• Strategy• Operational Management • Financial and Business Reporting• Stakeholder Management• Culture/Employee Engagement• Digital• Systems and Platforms Show less
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Chief Operating Officer
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Oct 2013 - Jul 2015
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Chief Financial Officer - Australia and Asia
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Oct 2011 - Oct 2013
Reporting directly to the Regional CEO - Australia & Asia the role is responsible for the management of all financial functions and reporting across Australia and AsiaKey Attributes:• Leadership: Finance teams across Australia, Singapore, Indonesia and India• Financial: Consolidated financial reporting, FP&A, tax management, treasury, financial modeling• Strategy• Investments• Operational Management• Business controls, policies and procedures• Compliance and Risk Management Show less
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Finance Director
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Jan 2008 - Oct 2011
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ITV Studios Australia
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Australia
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Finance Director
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2002 - 2007
ITV Studios is one of the leading independent production companies in Australia, a producer of innovative programs, producing international formats and original ideas across a range of genres including reality, entertainment, factual and comedy. Reporting to the Managing Director this is a key leadership role forming an integral part of the executive team. Responsible for overseeing the full finance function, administration and information technology teams and to provide management with financial information and commercial assessment of business performance. Key Attributes: • Leadership: Finance, IT and Office Facilities teams • Financial: financial reporting, budgets, forecasts, analysis, statutory reporting, tax management and planning • Governance • Strategy • Investments • Systems and Controls Show less
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BBC Studios
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United Kingdom
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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Commercial Analyst
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2000 - 2002
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Grant Thornton Australia
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Australia
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Audit
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1996 - 2000
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Education
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Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Member since 1999 -
University of Adelaide
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Commerce -
Rostrevor College