Marks & Spencer 's chief digital and technology officer is stepping down from her role, months after a cyberattack crippled the retailer's online operations, the company said on Thursday.

A spokesperson for M&S said Rachel Higham, who joined the group last June, was taking a career break.

"Rachel has decided to take a break and is stepping back from her role, having been a valued part of the leadership team," the spokesperson said.

"She has been a steady hand and calm head at an extraordinary time for the business, and we wish her well for the future."

Sky News was the first to report news of her departure.

In May, M&S forecast that the hacking of its systems would cost it approximately £ 300 million ($405 million) in lost operating profit in its 2025/26 financial year, although it

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