James has worked in the commercial real estate industry for over 20 years, during which time he has had experience in all facets of commercial, industrial, retail and residential property.

James joined Knight Frank in 1983. He was appointed to the Board in 1992. In 1997 James joined Jones Lang LaSalle as National Director/Divisional Head - Commercial Leasing.

In 2001, James and John Byrne joined forces to start Ridge Property Consultants Pty Ltd - an "Owners Representatives" business model acting exclusively for landlords. In October 2003 CB Richard Ellis purchased the business model of Ridge Property Consultants Pty Ltd. James joined CB Richard Ellis as Regional Director - Office Services, Australia & New Zealand. James was appointed to the role of Senior Managing Director, New South Wales on 1st July, 2006 and sits on the Senior Leadership Board and Executive Committee of CB Richard Ellis Australia.

Achievements

• CB Richard Ellis Circle of Excellence - 2004 Peer Recognition of Excellence