Simon Goodley is a multi‑award‑winning British investigative and business journalist, best known for his long‑standing work with The Guardian. Based in London, he has built a reputation for uncovering complex financial, corporate, and technology stories, often working across international investigative collaborations. His reporting spans business, finance, economics, and major global leaks, positioning him as one of the UK’s most respected newsroom investigators.

Over the past decade, Goodley has contributed to some of the world’s most high‑impact investigative projects, including the Russian Asset Tracker, the Uber Files, the Pandora Papers, and the Cyprus Confidential leak. These cross‑border investigations—conducted with partners such as the BBC, OCCRP, and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism—have earned him major accolades, including the European Press Prize (2023) and multiple nominations for Business and Finance Journalist of the Year at The Press Awards. His work consistently blends deep data analysis with narrative clarity, exposing hidden financial networks and corporate misconduct.

Before joining The Guardian, Goodley worked across several UK media outlets, including BBC Panorama, The Times, the London Evening Standard, and The Independent. His early career included roles in communications and media strategy, giving him a dual perspective on both reporting and corporate messaging. Today, he remains a central figure in British investigative journalism—known for his precision, persistence, and ability to turn opaque financial documents into stories that resonate with global audiences.