As the Lead Partner of Government & Regulatory Affairs for KPMG, James has responsibility for identifying and influencing emerging public policy shifts, and regulatory risks and opportunities that have the potential to impact the Firm’s reputation or operations. Previously James was the Head of Government for Australia Post, served as a Senior Press Secretary to the 47th Premier of Victoria and also the Victorian Attorney-General, Minister for Finance and Minister for Industrial Relations. James has also worked for a member of the Australian House of Representatives.