James Cleverly is one of the few Cabinet Ministers to have served as both Foreign Secretary and Home Secretary. His career spans the military, business, and local and national politics, including a tenure in government during some of the most turbulent times in recent history. He continues to serve on... Read more
James Cleverly is one of the few Cabinet Ministers to have served as both Foreign Secretary and Home Secretary. His career spans the military, business, and local and national politics, including a tenure in government during some of the most turbulent times in recent history. He continues to serve on the frontline of British politics as Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, and brings insights into the domestic and international political scenes, as well as into strategy and leadership.
Forced by injury to leave military training at Sandhurst, James went on to serve in the Territorial Army, where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Amongst other roles, he supported other members of the Reserve Forces to return to work after active duty. After returning to education, he built a successful career in magazine and digital publishing, before founding his own business. He then entered electoral politics, joining the London Assembly, where he served in various departments including chairing the London Fire Authority, overseeing strategy, budgets, and performance.
In national government, as Home Secretary, James was responsible for policing, counter-terrorism, immigration policy, and the National Crime Agency. His term as Foreign Secretary saw him lead UK diplomacy through pivotal events, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Sudanese civil war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the UK’s evolving relationship with the EU. He also held ministerial roles focused on Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as Secretary of State for Education. Beyond government, James played a key role in political strategy as Co-Chairman of the Conservative Party during their successful 2019 General Election campaign. His expertise in communication and strategy has made him an authority on risk and how decisions are made—and sometimes avoided—at the highest levels.
Drawing on his leadership experience, James speaks on a range of topics, including the global and domestic political landscapes, and the impact of risk and pressure on leadership and culture. With a unique combination of military, business, and political experience, James provides insights into decision-making, resilience, and strategy.
You can book Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Rt Hon Sir James 's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Rt Hon Sir James tailored to your event.
Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP speaks on Business & Management, Change, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Strategy. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Rt Hon Sir James to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP for events worldwide, subject to Rt Hon Sir James 's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Rt Hon Sir James can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Rt Hon Sir James can offer.
Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Change, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Strategy. To get a clear sense of Rt Hon Sir James 's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Change, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Strategy is relevant. Details of Rt Hon Sir James 's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Rt Hon Sir James 's current availability for your dates.