Richard Heading

Richard Heading is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as the Group Finance Director at IG Group since September 2018, Richard is responsible for investor relations, treasury, and strategic planning. Prior to this, Richard held multiple senior finance positions at Willis Towers Watson from May 2003 to July 2018, including CFO for Human Capital and Benefits, CFO for Willis Towers Watson International, Group Financial Controller, Group Compliance Director, and Chief Compliance Officer. Earlier experience includes serving as a Financial Controller at E-Loft Spain and as a Transaction Services Manager at PwC. Richard holds a BSc in Economics and Politics from the University of Bristol and completed a certificate course in International Relations and the Political Economy from The London School of Economics and Political Science. Additionally, Richard earned an International Baccalaureate from UWC Atlantic College.