Saracens have announced that chief executive Edward Griffiths will leave the club at the end of the season.

The businessman has opted to walk away from his role after a seven-year spell in order to pursue new ventures.

Chairman Nigel Wray said in a statement: "After seven years as CEO Edward is moving on. He has created and leaves an outstanding and beautiful new permanent home for Saracens, and a team of people with a real caring and community focus and we will build upon this legacy. Edward will forever be a Saracen and always welcome amongst his friends at Allianz Park."

Saracens are currently third in the Aviva Premiership table.