Fashion group Inditex has announced the appointment of Óscar García Maceiras as its new chief executive and Marta Ortega Pérez as chair.

Maceiras was previously the company’s general counsel and secretary of the board. He takes over from Pablo Isla, who will remain in the role of executive chair until Ortega assumes the role on 1 April 2022.

Marta Ortega is the daughter of founder Amancio Ortega and has worked for the group for 15 years, with a focus on Zara’s brand image. She takes over from Carlos Crespo, who will become chief operating officer.

Isla, chair of Inditex, commented: “I would like to thank the board, and especially Amancio Ortega, for the support and trust placed in me during all these years. Now we believe that the time has come to turn a new page, with Marta Ortega as chair and Óscar García Maceiras as chief executive officer, whose appointment was already foreseen since his incorporation into the company due to his abilities and qualities.

“Making this transition a reality is the culmination of my commitment to Inditex and to Amancio Ortega.”