26 November 2020

PZ Cussons Plc

Directorate change

Appointment of new Chief Financial Officer

PZ Cussons Plc ("PZ Cussons" or the "Company"), announces today that Sarah Pollard has been appointed Chief Financial Officer and member of the Board of Directors with effect from 4 January 2021.

Sarah joins PZ Cussons from Nomad Foods, Europe's leading frozen food company, where she most recently served as deputy Chief Financial Officer of the Nomad Group, responsible for all corporate finance functions. Sarah is a Chartered Management Accountant and prior to Nomad Foods, she held senior finance positions in Diageo, Tesco and Unilever and brings with her a deep understanding of the consumer goods industry.

Alan Bergin, currently Interim Chief Financial Officer will continue in his current role until January and then through a handover period.

Caroline Silver, Chair of PZ Cussons Plc, commented:

"We are excited to welcome Sarah to PZ Cussons. She will be an excellent addition to the executive team and brings a breadth and depth of experience in the consumer goods sector that will be highly valuable to the Company."

Jonathan Myers, CEO of PZ Cussons Plc, commented:

"I would like to thank Alan for the significant impact he has had on the business during his tenure both before my arrival and during my time as Chief Executive Officer. His professionalism, energy and  support have helped steer PZ Cussons through very challenging times.

"I welcome Sarah to the Company who joins the business at an exciting phase in its development, and look forward to working closely with her to continue PZ Cussons' progress and growth."

Listing Rule 9.6.13

There are no further matters requiring disclosure for Sarah Pollard under Listing Rule 9.6.13.

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