Simon Pearson, Managing Director

Role at Baird

Simon Pearson is a Managing Director in Baird’s Global Technology & Services Investment Banking Group. Based in London, he covers Software with focus on Infrastructure and B2B software. View our recent Software transactions.

Professional Experience & Education

Simon has built a reputation over 25 years across Europe as a leading technology banker. Since joining Barid in 2019, he has helped establish Baird as a rising force in Software M&A in Europe. With a flexible style to manage bilateral, narrow and broader processes, Simon utilises a strong understanding of underlying technology and ability to connect with technologists to position businesses optimally within their markets.

Prior to Baird, he was at EY, where he co-led its Technology, Media & Telecommunications M&A advisory practice. Before his role at EY, Simon was a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he helped establish the firm’s business in central Europe. His track record prior to Baird including acting for companies such as Ericsson, Sony, BT, Fujitsu, Fujifilm and Vodafone complete strategic M&A. He has worked extensively with founders, management teams and sponsors, including disruptors, scale ups and market leading players.

Simon holds a degree in economics from the University of Exeter and is a Chartered Accountant.