Long-time Geelong recruiter Luke Williams will be leaving Simonds Stadium take up a role in Carlton’s recruiting department.

Williams joined the Cats in 1999 and has worked in football operations, forward scouting and recruiting throughout his tenure with the club.

“Luke has done an outstanding job for the club since he arrived and we are sorry to see him leave,” Geelong’s list and recruiting manager Stephen Wells said.

“We obviously wish him well in the move. He has made a significant contribution to the club over 14 years here.”