“Just brings a stellar track record of success,” says Sir Charles Allen, on behalf of the Endemol Board. “With his knowledge, skills and experience, he is in an excellent position to drive the continued success of the business. In his previous responsibilities Just has proven to be world class, continuously outperforming and delivering excellent results. Without the constraints of an onerous capital structure and supported by a new executive team that he will assemble, he is well positioned to pursue further growth.”

Spee joined Endemol as CFO in 2010, and since June 2011 been working alongside former Endemol Group president Marco Bassetti, who departed April 5.

“I very much look forward to taking on this role at an extremely exciting time for Endemol,” says Spee. “This is an exceptional company with a unique platform and some of the most talented and creative people in the business. I look forward to establishing a strong executive team that will drive the business forward. This, alongside an agreement in place with lenders that will put the company on a firm financial footing, strongly positions us for a bright future.”