James Draper has over 15 years experience in the mining and resources sector, the majority of which has been with CF&Co.

James has a degree from Oxford University, and has previously worked for a leading London based forensic accounting practice and in Portfolio Management for the UK’s National Wealth Fund (a £27bn fund backed by the UK Government focussed on funding – through debt, equity and guarantees – innovative net-zero targeting investments).

During his time at CF&Co, James has advised clients across a wide range of mine finance transactions and jurisdictions. He oversees CF&Co’s work in Europe, Middle East and Africa.