PwC UK appoints Rob Perrins as Independent Non-Executive

PwC, the professional services firm, has today named Rob Perrins as an Independent Non-Executive. Rob joins Chair, Philip Rycroft CB, Suzanne Baxter and Victoria Raffé on PwC’s Public Interest Body (PIB).

Rob is currently Chief Executive of Berkeley Group having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1991.  He brings a wealth of relevant experience and his long-standing Boardroom career will add to the strength and depth of the PIB.  Rob has shown leadership in a number of areas that are relevant to PwC such as sustainability, climate and social value. 

Rob has been Chair of Trustees of the Berkeley Foundation since its launch in 2011 - an independent charity that works in partnership with the voluntary sector to tackle inequality and support young people and their communities. 

Kevin Ellis, Senior Partner of PwC UK, said: 

“I’m delighted to welcome Rob Perrins to our Public Interest Body. He brings a vast wealth of knowledge and valuable experience to this important governance role. Rob, along with all our INEs, will play a critical role in governance in the firm.  Key to the role is providing appropriate challenge to PwC as we navigate complex business environments.

Rob Perrins, added: 

“Given the importance of PwC to the UK economy it is vital that the firm continues to take a proactive role in helping to build trust and confidence in the sector and capital markets more widely. I look forward to ensuring that the PIB delivers on its public interest responsibilities and provides effective governance and accountability."