Richard MacOnachie

Richard Maconachie is currently the Director of Finance at the Scottish Funding Council, a strategic body that invests £2bn annually in tertiary education, research, and knowledge exchange in Scotland. Prior to this role, Richard held positions such as Chief Financial Officer at the Scottish Court Service, Head of Risk and Control at the Department for International Development, and Director of Finance and Operations at The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. With a background in finance, risk management, and strategic planning, Richard has extensive experience in leadership roles across various sectors.