PricewaterhouseCoopers UK has appointed Marcus Bokkerink as an independent non-executive and audit non-executive director to strengthen corporate governance and oversight at the firm. The appointment sees Bokkerink joining PwC UK’s Public Interest Body and Audit Oversight Body, according to the firm’s announcement.
In his new role, Bokkerink will serve on the firm’s Public Interest Body alongside chair Philip Rycroft and existing members Suzanne Baxter and Rob Perrins. Additionally, he will join PwC UK’s Audit Oversight Body, which is chaired by Caroline Gardner.
Marcus Bokkerink’s Professional Background
Bokkerink brings extensive international business and regulatory experience to PwC UK. He spent much of his career at Boston Consulting Group, where he held the position of senior partner and managing director, according to the firm.
During his tenure at BCG, Bokkerink headed the consumer and strategy practices across the UK and Europe. He also managed several global client relationships and later served as chair of the Competition and Markets Authority, bringing significant regulatory expertise to his new position.
Current Board Positions and Advisory Roles
Alongside his new responsibilities at PwC UK, Bokkerink maintains several other professional commitments. He currently sits on the board of Pinsent Masons International and serves as a non-executive director at Provenance.
Furthermore, Bokkerink is a member of the advisory group of the European Consumer Organisation. These positions demonstrate his broad experience across legal, consumer protection, and technology sectors.
Strategic Importance of Corporate Governance Appointment
PwC UK senior partner Marco Amitrano emphasized the value Bokkerink will bring to the firm’s governance structure. According to Amitrano, Bokkerink joins a group that brings extensive and varied experience to corporate governance at PwC UK.
Amitrano stated that Bokkerink’s international and regulatory insight will reinforce the firm’s focus on quality. The appointment aims to strengthen trust placed in PwC UK by clients, regulators, and the public, the senior partner said.
PwC UK’s Recent Financial Performance
The governance appointment comes as PwC UK reported strong overall financial results for the year ending June 30, 2025. The firm posted profits of £1.37 billion, representing a 20 percent increase from the previous year, according to company reports.
However, not all divisions experienced growth during this period. PwC’s consulting and risk advisory services in the UK recorded a contraction of approximately 3 percent due to what the firm described as tougher market conditions.
Strengthening Audit Oversight at PwC UK
The addition of Bokkerink to the Audit Oversight Body reflects ongoing efforts within the accounting profession to enhance audit quality and independence. His regulatory background, particularly his experience with the Competition and Markets Authority, positions him well to provide independent oversight.
In contrast to traditional accounting backgrounds, Bokkerink’s consulting and regulatory experience offers a different perspective on governance challenges. This diversity of experience on oversight bodies has become increasingly important as regulators scrutinize the accounting profession more closely.
The appointment is effective immediately, though PwC UK has not disclosed the specific duration of Bokkerink’s term or announced any additional governance changes planned for the near term. The firm continues to focus on strengthening its governance framework amid evolving regulatory expectations across the professional services sector.
