Joseph Buckley
About Joseph Buckley
Joseph Buckley serves as the Vice President of Operations and Finance at Apolitical, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a BSc in Economics from Royal Holloway, University of London, and an MBA from Durham University Business School, and has previously held leadership roles at RISQ and Gambit Research.
Work at Apolitical
Joseph Buckley serves as the Vice President of Operations and Finance at Apolitical, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has direct management responsibilities over human resource and people strategy functions. He collaborates closely with the executive board to enhance organizational efficiency. Buckley has implemented significant revisions to Apolitical's communication, recruitment, performance management, personal development, and engagement strategies, contributing to the overall operational effectiveness of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Buckley has a solid educational background in economics and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Royal Holloway, University of London, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. Prior to this, he completed Pre-Medical Studies at Lancaster University in 2006-2007. Additionally, he holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Durham University Business School, where he achieved a distinction. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in operations and finance.
Previous Experience
Before joining Apolitical, Joseph Buckley held significant roles in other organizations. He worked as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at RISQ from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as the Director of People Operations at Gambit Research for seven years, from 2010 to 2017. These positions provided him with extensive experience in operational management and strategic planning.
Management Responsibilities
In his current role at Apolitical, Joseph Buckley has direct management responsibilities that encompass human resource and people strategy functions. His focus on these areas is aimed at improving organizational performance and employee engagement. Buckley’s management approach involves working closely with the executive board to ensure that the company's operational strategies align with its overall goals.