West Brom announce exit of key figure after more than two decades at the club

Miles is stepping down having spent more than two decades at The Hawthorns in various roles.

Previously operations director, he was appointed to his current role in 2022 and from June 2023 assumed the duties of chief executive, following the exit of Ron Gourlay.

Miles controlled the day-to-day running of the Baggies during the final days of the Guochuan Lai era, playing a key role in negotiations which led to the takeover by Bilkul Football Group in February last year, rescuing the club from the brink of financial disaster.

He said: “After 22 years at Albion, I believe now is the right time for me to step down from my  role as managing director. 

“When I took on this role it was with the intention of stabilising the club,  ensuring its survival, and then securing the right custodian for Albion, all of which has been  achieved. 

“It has been a privilege to work at Albion, while also serving as a Trustee of The Albion Foundation. I have worked alongside some superb colleagues, and it is these people, along with the supporters, who make West Bromwich Albion a special club that will always hold a place in my heart. 

“I would like to wish Shilen Patel and everyone associated with the club all the best for the future.” 

Miles will officially leave his role on September 15. The club plan to announce further organisational changes soon.

Chairman Shilen Patel added: “I have Mark to thank for introducing me to the passion, togetherness, and history of The Albion. 

“His leadership, along with the tireless efforts of so many, enabled the club to persist through a very dark period and find its current footing and path towards higher goals. 

“I am additionally grateful to Mark and his wife Anne - from the lowest points of COVID and financial  crisis up to our exciting future - for traversing the United Kingdom and the relentless schedule to  represent the club with love and pride.”