James Edwards
About James Edwards
James Edwards is a Business Support Manager at MAXIMUS UK with extensive experience in project management, community service, and operations leadership.
Professional Background
James Edwards has extensive experience in various managerial roles across different sectors. He currently serves as the Business Support Manager at Maximus UK in Leeds, United Kingdom, a position he has held since 2016. Additionally, he manages estate moves for The Centre For Health and Disability Assessments on a national scale. Edwards has also previously worked as a Project Manager - Estates at Maximus UK, where he collaborated with diverse suppliers and stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions between operational sites.
Past Roles and Responsibilities
James Edwards's professional journey includes multiple roles at Aviva plc. He served as a Pensions Adviser from 2005 to 2012, followed by roles as an Operations Change Adviser, Customer Experience Operations Leader, and an Offshore Team Leader in 2013. Edwards was also involved with Penistone Round Table in various capacities, including as Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Community Services Officer. At the Area 9 Round Tables Of Britain & Ireland, he worked as Area Chairman from 2019 to 2020.
Educational Background
James Edwards holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Hons in Geography With Tourism Management from The University of Huddersfield, a degree he completed between 2000 and 2003. He also achieved A-Levels at Norwich School, where he studied from 1992 to 2000. His academic background in geography and tourism management has provided a solid foundation for his diverse career.
Community Involvement
In addition to his professional roles, James Edwards has been actively involved in organizing events with Penistone Round Table. His efforts focus on supporting local good causes and initiatives. This involvement showcases his dedication to community service and his ability to manage and coordinate events that benefit the local community.