Stephen van Rooyen is to step down as CEO Sky UK and Ireland and Group CCO and will leave the business at the end of February.
It means Sky’s UK and Ireland operations will now report directly to group CEO Dana Strong.
“I would like to thank Stephen for his very significant contribution to Sky over the past 18 years,” said Strong.
“He has played an instrumental role in developing and building our brand, developing and launching our products, taking our U.K. business into new markets, leading our people and ensuring our customers are at the heart of everything we do.”
“He has delivered significant growth for our company and leaves an impressive legacy of achievements. Together with all of my colleagues, we wish him well for the future.”
Van Rooyen who became Sky chief executive in 2016 said: “I have taken the decision that now is the right time for me to leave Sky. The business today has everything it needs to compete to win. We have strong leadership, led by Dana, a world-class team, and a fantastic plan.”
There’s no comment on van Rooyen’s next move.