James Mackley
About James Mackley
James Mackley serves as the Director of Financial Economics at Ofcom, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in economic modeling and telecommunications, having held various roles at Ofcom since 2008 and contributed to pan-European regulation efforts through BEREC.
Current Role at Ofcom
James Mackley currently serves as the Director of Financial Economics at Ofcom, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he oversees economic and financial modeling initiatives, providing critical insights into telecommunications projects. He has been with Ofcom for a total of over a decade, having progressed from various economist roles to his current directorial position. Additionally, he has been the Head of Economic and Financial Modelling since 2014, contributing to the organization's strategic economic planning.
Previous Experience at Ofcom
Prior to his current roles, James Mackley held several positions at Ofcom. He started as an Associate Economist from 2008 to 2010, followed by a promotion to Senior Associate Economist, where he worked from 2010 to 2012. He then served as Principal Economist from 2012 to 2014. Throughout these roles, he contributed to various economic analyses and regulatory initiatives within the telecommunications sector.
Education and Academic Background
James Mackley has an extensive academic background in economics. He studied at Aberystwyth University, where he earned a BScEcon in Economics and an MScEcon in International Finance. He furthered his education at Swansea University, obtaining a PhD in Microeconomics. His academic career also includes a role as a Teaching Fellow at Swansea University from 2004 to 2008, where he was involved in delivering economics education.
Contributions to BEREC
James Mackley represents Ofcom at the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC). In this capacity, he contributes to pan-European regulatory efforts, collaborating with other regulatory bodies to shape telecommunications policies across Europe. His involvement in BEREC reflects his expertise in economic regulation and commitment to enhancing the telecommunications landscape.
Economic and Modelling Expertise
At Ofcom, James Mackley provides economic and modeling advice on a variety of mobile and fixed telecommunications projects. His expertise in financial economics and modeling supports the development of regulatory frameworks and informs decision-making processes within the organization. His work is integral to ensuring that Ofcom's economic strategies align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.