About

James Walker is a globally recognized leader in governance, risk, and compliance, with nearly two decades of experience driving integrity and resilience across some of the world’s most dynamic organizations. His career has been defined by transformative leadership and strategic innovation, guiding global companies through complex corruption scandals, regulatory challenges, and large-scale investigations.

Throughout his journey, James has designed and led governance, risk, and compliance programmes that not only safeguarded businesses but also enabled them to thrive — securing multi-billion-dollar financings and elevating corporate culture. His experience spans top-tier global law firms and major enterprises including NEOM, Tesco, and Compass Group, where he has built world-class ethics and compliance frameworks that fuse performance with integrity.

A trusted advisor to boards and C-suite leaders, James has steered high-performing teams through extraordinary upheaval, pioneering approaches that blend technology, behavioral science, and continuous improvement to set new global benchmarks for compliance and corporate governance.

Drawing on the insights of someone who has stood on the front lines — both as a chief compliance officer and as outside counsel — James brings a rare perspective on navigating crises and shaping future-ready organizations. In an era of increasing complexity, he continues to champion pragmatic, forward-looking solutions that strengthen governance, empower ethical decision-making, and drive sustainable growth.