James brings a genuine people-first approach to residential real estate, backed by a strong background in leadership, customer service, and relationship management. Passionate about helping people through important life decisions, James prides himself on being approachable, dependable, and focused on delivering a positive experience for every client. From first conversations through to final outcomes, he values clear communication, honesty, and building lasting relationships based on trust.

Before moving into real estate, James spent many years in operational leadership roles within the pharmaceutical wholesale industry, most recently managing a branch and leading customer-focused teams. Throughout his career, he developed valuable skills in communication, negotiation, problem solving, and day-to-day relationship management — all of which transfer naturally into helping clients navigate the property market with confidence. Calm under pressure and highly organised, James understands the importance of listening carefully and providing practical support throughout the buying and selling process.

Proud to be part of the Edinburgh Realty team, James is focused on building strong connections within the Dunedin community while continuing to grow his long-term career in real estate. He enjoys working closely with people from all walks of life and finds it rewarding being part of such meaningful milestones for his clients.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find James spending time with his family, getting outdoors whenever possible. Whether it’s camping, exploring local beaches, gardening, watching sport, or tinkering on his campervan, he enjoys anything that keeps him active and connected with family and the outdoors. He also appreciates the simple things in life, including a good coffee to start the day.