 After retiring from his playing career Ian went to Hong Kong taking charge of Instant-Dict, a team in their top division, and also the national side in 1999 for the 2000 Asian Cup qualifiers.He also played non-league football for Salisbury City (1997–2000) and Farnborough Town (2000–2001).After returning from Hong Kong he worked for a Leeds-based football agent but resigned after 3 years as he didn't enjoy the job.