James Bennett

James Bennett is a seasoned professional in public sector strategy and external relations, currently serving as the Senior External Relations Manager at the Metropolitan Police since August 2019. In this role, James acts as a liaison between the Mayor's Office and Whitehall, manages the Commissioner's correspondence, and supports high-level meetings with political and national security stakeholders. Previous roles include Strategy Manager at the UK Home Office and extensive strategic analysis work at the Metropolitan Police, where James authored key strategic documents and contributed to significant projects, including the One Met Strategy and the MPS Counter-Terrorism strategy. With a background as a Fingerprint Technician at North Wales Police and formal education in Economics & Finance from the University of York, James brings a wealth of experience in strategic planning, government relations, and performance management to his current position.