Marson will join the business in June from M&C Saatchi plc, the global creative solutions company, where he was Group Chief Financial Officer. 

Marson will oversee the financial management and corporate growth strategy of PA Media Group and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer, Emily Shelley.

Shelley said: “Bruce brings vast experience of fronting business and finance transformation. He is a trusted leader with an impressive track record of having worked for some of the biggest media companies in the world. He joins PA Media Group at an exciting time of change and innovation as we continue to grow the business through increased use of data and technology.”

Marson added: “This is a pivotal time for PA Media Group and I’m really excited to join at a time of renewal and growth. PA Media Group has a brilliant reputation as a trusted leader in the industry and I look forward to bringing decades of knowledge of corporate finance to the company”. 

Marson will work alongside a new leadership team at PA Media Group. David Henderson joins the company as Chief Technology Officer in July. Ranj Begley recently took up the role of Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director.  Jack Lefley joined as Editor-in-Chief of PA Media at the start of the year.