Outgoing MI6 chief Sir Alex said: "Richard is a highly accomplished intelligence officer and we look forward to welcoming him back to the service." John Sawers, who served as director of MI6 for five years until 2014, said Mr. Moore “has the perfect mix of experience – leading intelligence operations and taking senior positions in … "SIS plays a vital role - with MI5 and GCHQ - in keeping the British people safe and promoting UK interests overseas. "I am pleased and honoured to be asked to return to lead my service," said Mr Moore. Moore, 57, joined MI6 in 1987, just four years before the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. He has carefully and effectively guided the service during a time of increased and more diverse threats.Richard’s experience and leadership in the Intelligence field will prove vital in pursuing national interests overseas and protecting the UK from emerging foreign threats. Public speeches by the head of MI6 are rare.

Richard Moore's CV - which includes operational time in MI6 at the start of his career, then as an ambassador and finally in the corridors of power - is likely what helped secure him the job.John Sawers, who served as MI6 boss for five years until 2014, said Mr Moore "has the perfect blend of experience - running intelligence operations and holding senior positions in diplomacy and policy formation". Le prochain chef du Secret Intelligence Service, également connu sous le nom de MI6, a été nommé Richard Moore. Outside of work, Richard’s interests include playing golf and watching cricket and rugby. "Mr Sawers added: "I have known Richard for many years.

British media reported that Moore served as an undercover MI6 officer for years before being appointed ambassador in 2014.

Libya-born Mr Moore joined MI6 in 1987 and later held director roles there. Moore was born in Libya to British parents and studied at the Universities of Oxford and Harvard. During his career he has been posted to Vietnam, Turkey, Pakistan and Malaysia. Foreign Secretary approves the appointment of Richard Moore CMG to succeed Sir Alex YoungerThe Foreign Secretary, with the agreement of the Prime Minister, has approved the appointment of Richard Moore CMG as the new Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6).

He returns to SIS with tremendous experience and will oversee the work of a group of men and women whose tireless efforts are rarely seen in public, but which are critical for the security and prosperity of the UK.I pay tribute to Sir Alex Younger for everything he has done during his time leading the Secret Intelligence Service. I’m confident Richard will be an excellent Chief, who will embody the values of the Service and act as a fine role model to SIS staff.I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Alex Younger for his excellent leadership of the Service over the last six years and his contribution to the protection of UK citizens from outside threats during that time.I am pleased and honoured to be asked to return to lead my Service.

He is calm, engaging, thoughtful and courageous - all qualities that will be essential for the demanding role of chief of MI6, especially during these challenging times." Prince William works with security agencies on attachment Alex Younger: MI6 chief questions China's role in UK tech sector Richard Moore's CV - which includes operational time in MI6 at the start of his career, then as an ambassador and finally in the corridors of power - … Richard is a highly accomplished intelligence officer and we look forward to welcoming him back to the Service.Richard Moore is currently the Director General for Political Affairs (Political Director) at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.Previously Richard served as British Ambassador to Turkey and has been Deputy National Security Adviser in the Cabinet Office.Prior to his time at the FCO, Richard joined SIS in 1987 where he undertook a range of roles across the Service both in the UK and overseas.Richard was born in Libya and is married to Maggie, with two children. "The job of "C" involves balancing what goes on inside the confines of MI6 with the outside world. The three main aims of MI6 are described as stopping terrorism, … What's fact and fiction about working as a British spy?