Sussex chief executive Zac Toumazi will step down at the end of 2016 after four years in the job.

Toumazi joined Sussex at the start of 2013 after taking over from Dave Brooks.

During his time he was responsible for both Sussex County Cricket Club and the Sussex Cricket Board and his wide-ranging brief included leading the integration of the professional, recreational and community cricket into one organisation, Sussex Cricket Limited, and its subsidiary, the Sussex Cricket Foundation, which was completed in November 2015.

Toumazi said: “It has been a difficult decision to make but I do believe that it is right for me to move on and hand over the reins to a successor.

"The role of CEO of such a great club has been a privilege and an honour. I have enjoyed my time at Sussex and leave behind an excellent team that is set for the future.

"Our professional cricket is poised for exciting times ahead under the new management team, our Academy is bearing fruit with the young players coming through the programme, and I am sure that trophies are not too far away.

“I take away many fond memories and lasting friendships. A special thank you to our members and partners who have been an absolute delight to interact with and who are always ready to support. I have no doubt that the future is bright for Good Old Sussex by The Sea."