James Ankers

Chief of Staff, Sustainable Finance at Barclays I Managing Director I Sustainability I Strategy I M&A

James Ankers is a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of experience in M&A, Corporate Development, Strategy, and Sustainability & ESG. He has held various roles in advisory, execution, and Chief of Staff capacities.

Currently, James Ankers is instrumental in establishing a prominent Sustainable Finance division at Barclays Corporate and Investment Bank, contributing his wealth of knowledge and practical skills in the field.

Throughout his career, James Ankers has successfully advised a diverse portfolio of clients, including financial services firms, technology companies, governments, and funds on Strategy, M&A, Sustainability, and change management, operating at the executive level.

James Ankers boasts a comprehensive background in Business Management and Chief of Staff functions, honed through his roles in several esteemed organizations such as Barclays, Azerion, Deutsche Bank, Rothschild & Co, and KPMG.

James Ankers completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics and Politics at the University of Leeds, laying a solid foundation for his subsequent achievements and expertise in the financial sector.