James Murnieks
James Murnieks
CFO, Simens UK
About James Murnieks
James Murnieks was appointed CFO and Executive Director of Siemens UK and Ireland on 1 February 2022.
James has worked in finance for more than 20 years and has a passion for continuous improvement, people development and the value of finance and commercial teams as strategic partners within the business.
James began his career at PriceWaterhouseCoopers where he trained and worked as a financial auditor within the industry sector. He joined Siemens plc in 2004 in UK&I and has since held several leadership roles, including CFO roles in France, Germany, and the UK.
James is a member of the Make UK Economic Policy Committee and the UK Government’s Social Change Committee – Economic Change and Investment Group. James holds an Engineering degree from the University of Manchester, is a Fellow Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales. James believes in responsible business that can be a force for good and create a positive impact in local communities.
James Murnieks has served on Business in the Community’s South East Leadership board since November 2025 and the Climate Action Leadership Team since December 2022.
South East Leadership Board and Climate Action Leadership Team Member
Each area of work Business in the Community undertakes is led by a group of senior executives who provide strategic guidance and support us in achieving our objectives. By joining a regional leadership board, senior professionals can influence the local debate, shape the agenda for action and work with other leaders to identify the unique ways in which business can help innovate and create more sustainable livelihoods and prosperous communities across the region. We also convene boards to support our issue areas and campaigns. Our Climate Action Leadership Team drives business innovation that turns the threats of the climate emergency into opportunity for people and nature.