Ian Richards
About Ian Richards
Ian Richards is the General Manager of Commercial Operations at Employment Hero, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse background in sales and operations, with previous roles at LinkedIn, Microsoft, and Expert360, and holds degrees in Economics, Law, and International Business from the University of Sydney.
Current Role at Employment Hero
Ian Richards serves as the General Manager of Commercial Operations at Employment Hero, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing commercial strategies and operations within the organization. His leadership is focused on enhancing operational efficiency and driving growth in the company's commercial activities. Employment Hero is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Previous Experience at Employment Hero
Prior to his current role, Ian Richards held several positions at Employment Hero. He worked as the Head of Commercial Operations from 2020 to 2023, where he managed commercial strategies and initiatives. Before that, he served as the Sales Operations Manager for a brief period in 2019. His cumulative experience at Employment Hero spans various aspects of commercial operations.
Professional Background
Ian Richards has a diverse professional background, including roles at notable companies. He worked as a Talent Solutions Consultant at LinkedIn from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he held a position as Deal Flow Manager for Microsoft for Startups in 2018. He also served as Chief Revenue Officer (Consultant) at Catalyser in 2019 and worked in Enterprise Sales at Expert360 from 2016 to 2018.
Education and Qualifications
Ian Richards has an extensive educational background from the University of Sydney. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from 2008 to 2010. He further pursued legal studies, achieving a Juris Doctor from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he studied International Business, Trade, and Commerce, obtaining a Master in International Law in 2011.