James is based in the North West and operates on a national scale, providing specialist rating advice on large industrial complexes, including nuclear facilities, paper mills, chemical plants, ports, and airports. He also advises a range of power generators, including CCGT, peaking plants, and wind farms, acting on behalf of national and international corporations, as well as public and quasi-public bodies.

As the lead valuer for plant and machinery for rating purposes, James brings in-depth expertise across all recognised valuation methodologies. His work has delivered substantial rates liability savings for clients across a broad range of complex property types.