Profile

James helps clients navigate and influence digital and tech policy and regulation, in the UK, EU and globally.

Before joining Flint, James held a number of senior tech policy leadership roles in the UK Government, most recently as Director for Data Policy in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). James was responsible for setting the UK’s policy direction on tech, with a particular focus on data use, cyber security, and AI.

James also has extensive experience negotiating tech policy at the global level, including having led G7 and G20 negotiations.

Prior to working in DSIT, James held senior roles in the Cabinet Office and HM Treasury, across national security and financial stability policy. Outside of government James has worked in investment banking and consultancy.