Mike Marshall
About Mike Marshall
Mike Marshall serves as the Head of COE at Brambles, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in finance and leadership roles across various companies and countries, including significant positions at CHEP, IFCO SYSTEMS, and Alcatel-Lucent.
Current Role at Brambles
Mike Marshall currently serves as the Head of COE at Brambles, a position he has held since 2024. His role is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France, and he operates in a remote capacity. Prior to this, he worked as the Group Financial Controller at Brambles from 2017 to 2024, where he was based in London, United Kingdom. His extensive experience in financial leadership has contributed to the strategic direction of the company.
Previous Experience in Finance Leadership
Mike Marshall has held various senior finance roles throughout his career. He served as Senior Vice President Finance and CFO at IFCO SYSTEMS from 2013 to 2016 in Munich Area, Germany. Before that, he was Vice President Strategy EMEA at CHEP from 2010 to 2012 and held multiple positions at CHEP, including Finance Director for CHEP France and Vice President Finance for CHEP Europe. His diverse experience spans several countries and organizations.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Mike Marshall has a strong educational background in finance and management. He achieved the Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) in 2019 after studying at the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He also holds an M Phil in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from Wadham College, Oxford University, obtained between 1982 and 1985. Additionally, he is a qualified accountant (ACCA) and has a Certificate in International Treasury Management from the Association of Corporate Treasurers.
Skills and Expertise
Mike Marshall possesses strong team leadership and interpersonal skills, having managed teams and processes on a global scale. He has a strong commercial focus and extensive experience in finance transformation and outsourcing. His fluency in French enhances his ability to operate effectively in international environments, complementing his extensive career in finance.
Career Timeline
Mike Marshall's career spans several decades, beginning as a Spare Parts Administrator at MANITOU BF from 1986 to 1987. He has since held various roles, including Regional Financial Controller at Antalis International and Financial Controller at Alcatel-Lucent. His career includes significant positions at CHEP and IFCO SYSTEMS, leading to his current role at Brambles. His career reflects a consistent trajectory of growth and leadership in financial management.