James is Head of Business Development and Origination and has worked in the legal sector for over 20 years.
James drives business development through focus, cross-functional working and lead generation, connecting companies to our internal and external network through a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and nurturing partnerships. James also enables the firm to cultivate new client relationships and drive revenue growth.
CV
Since 2025
Head of Business Development and Origination, Taylor Wessing
2023-2025
Head of Origination, Taylor Wessing
2019-2023
Senior Business Development Manager, Corporate, Taylor Wessing
2016-2019
Business Development Manager, TMC and Corporate, Taylor Wessing
2015-2016
Business Development Manager, Shearman & Sterling (now A&O Shearman)
2011-2015
Business Development Manager, Mayer Brown
