RIGHTMOVE PLC - Directorate Change

18 October 2016

RIGHTMOVE PLC

Director appointment

Rightmove plc, the UK’s number one property website, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacqueline de Rojas as a non-executive director with effect from 30 December 2016.

Jacqueline holds a full time position as Executive Vice President of Northern Europe for The Sage Group plc and is a Non-Executive Director of tech UK, where she serves as President. She has worked in the software, technology and digital sectors since 1984 holding executive roles with digital and enterprise sales-focused businesses including Citrix Systems, CA Technologies, McAfee and Business Objects amongst others. 

In 2015, Jacqueline was named by industry press as the most influential woman in UK IT, and, earlier this year made Debrett’s list of 500 people of influence in social media and digital. 

Commenting on her appointment, Scott Forbes, Rightmove’s Chairman said:

“I am delighted to welcome Jacqueline to the Rightmove Board. She is a recognised technology leader in in the UK and a passionate advocate for increased opportunities for women and diversity in both the boardroom and technology workplace. We look forward to Jacqueline’s support in our continuous quest to deliver innovation to our customers as they seek to reach the UK’s largest home moving audience.”

There are no further details in respect of Jacqueline de Rojas requiring disclosure under Listing Rules 9.6.13(2) to Listing Rule 9.6.13(6) inclusive.

Name and contact for queries:

Robyn Perriss

01908 712016

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