Julian Andrews joined Iluka as head of strategy, planning and business development in 2017 and became chief executive of its spin-off Deterra Royalties in September 2020. Prior to joining Iluka, Mr Andrews held various roles at Wesfarmers including as general manager of business development and chief financial officer in Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers division. He began his career in strategy consulting with PwC Canada and worked in project finance and corporate advisory in the USA before relocating to Perth in 2004.