Richard Bell
About Richard Bell
Richard Bell is a professional in talent development with extensive experience in learning and development roles across various organizations. He has held positions at Riverside, Infinity Telecom, United Utilities, and McAlpine Utilities, and currently works at Essar.
Current Role in Talent Development
Richard Bell currently holds a position in talent development at Essar. His tenure at Essar began in 2015 and continues to the present. In this role, he focuses on enhancing employee skills and fostering professional growth within the organization.
Previous Experience in Learning and Development
Before joining Essar, Richard Bell worked at Riverside as a learning and development business partner from 2008 to 2014. He also held the position of organizational development manager at Riverside for a brief period from 2014 to 2015. His experience includes a role as head of learning and development at Infinity Telecom in 2006 and as a development advisor at United Utilities in 2007.
Educational Background
Richard Bell studied at the University of Bedfordshire, where he earned a Bachelor of Law degree from 1995 to 1998. He also attended St Helens College from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, he studied at Northumbria University for one year in 1998.
Early Career and Consulting Roles
Richard Bell began his career in various consulting roles, including a position as an engagement and performance consultant at McAlpine Utilities in 2008. His early experiences contributed to his expertise in organizational development and talent management.