Britvic has appointed Ocado’s deputy general counsel, Mollie Stoker as its new general counsel and company secretary.
Joining the soft drinks producer in July, Stoker has five years experience in senior legal and business development roles at Suntory.
She has also previously acted as general counsel and company secretary with DWF, taking the law firm through its listing process and setting up its legal and corporate governance function.
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“We are delighted to welcome Mollie to Britvic and to my executive team. She brings a wealth of commercial legal experience, is adept at advising Boards and Executive teams, and has a demonstrable ability to lead and inspire the people around her,” Britvic CEO, Simon Litherland said.
Stoker added: “I am excited to be joining Britvic plc at this stage of the company’s ambitious performance and growth agenda.
“The company is determined to make a net positive impact for people and planet, as well as financial performance, which I personally find particularly inspiring, and I am looking forward to being part of Britvic team.”
She will be taking over the role from Clare Thomas, who is joining Whitbread plc after 10 years with Britvic.
Litherland added: “While I am very sorry to see Clare go, this is a wonderful and well-deserved opportunity for her, and I’m delighted to see her progress in this way. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Clare for everything she has done for Britvic.”
