James is a leading strategist in complex communications situations with extensive experience in campaign development, crisis work, and critical issues management. He works with organisations and individuals to craft public narratives that support their ambitions, devising and implementing reputation management strategies. James has worked extensively across high-profile global businesses and brands to build campaigns across stakeholders, and is highly experienced in advising corporate leadership, particularly around transaction, merger and IPO communications.

Prior to joining Montfort James worked at a leading international advisory firm.

James has a strong interest in the arts, holding a number of board directorships of major cultural organisations.