Ciphr appoints Karen Williams as chief revenue officer

Ciphr, the HR, payroll and benefits software provider, has appointed Karen Williams (pictured) as its new chief revenue officer. 

Williams will manage all revenue operations, including new business, business development, revenue operations, and renewals.

Before joining Ciphr, Williams worked as VP of group operations at IRIS Software Group. 

Williams brings 15 years’ experience from IRIS, where she supported acquisitions and integrations, and held senior roles, including head of accountancy sales and interim managing director of the accountancy division. 

She will now work again with her former IRIS boss Sion Lewis, who is chief executive at Ciphr. 

Williams said: “I am thrilled to join Ciphr at such an exciting time in its growth journey. 

“Fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation is at the heart of my leadership style, and I look forward to working with the talented team at Ciphr to drive innovation, expand our customer base, and deliver exceptional value to our clients. 

“Together, we will further solidify Ciphr’s reputation as the HR, payroll and benefits software partner of choice for organisations across the UK.”