Richard Drew
About Richard Drew
Richard Drew is the Finance Projects Team Manager at thetrainline.com, where he has worked since 2011. He has a background in finance and project management, with previous roles at EDF Energy and a degree in Economic Policy from The University of Stirling.
Work at Trainline
Richard Drew has been employed at thetrainline.com as Finance Projects Team Manager since 2011. In this role, he oversees financial projects and collaborates closely with development teams to evaluate the impact of changes on finance team processes. His responsibilities include leading the design, implementation, and documentation of financial control systems for new projects and system enhancements.
Previous Experience at EDF Energy
Before joining thetrainline.com, Richard Drew worked at EDF Energy in various roles. He served as a Senior Settlements Analyst from 2000 to 2005 and as a Settlements Analyst from 1998 to 2000, both based in London. Additionally, he held the position of Genesis Operations Manager from 2005 to 2007. His tenure at EDF Energy provided him with extensive experience in financial analysis and operations management.
Education and Expertise
Richard Drew studied at The University of Stirling, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Economic Policy from 1993 to 1997. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in economic principles, which he applies in his current role in finance project management.
Project Management Achievements
In his current position at thetrainline.com, Richard successfully managed a £360k project aimed at changing the ticket collection process. He delivered the project on schedule and achieved a cost saving of over 10% under budget. The project is projected to yield a 73% return on investment in its first year, demonstrating his effective project management skills.
Career Progression
Richard Drew's career has shown a clear progression in the finance and operations sectors. Starting as a Settlements Analyst at EDF Energy, he advanced to Senior Settlements Analyst and later to Genesis Operations Manager. After transitioning to thetrainline.com, he served as Operations Finance Analyst before becoming Finance Projects Team Manager, reflecting his growth and expertise in financial project management.