Sophie Countess of Wessex married into the British Royal Family in 1999.
Now a working royal, she represents the Royal Family and various charities in her role.
It has now been revealed that the mother-of-two to Lady Louise Windsor, 15, and James, Viscount Severn, 11, is taking over a role from Prince Philip.
The Royal Family Twitter account tweeted: “The Duke of Edinburgh has officially handed over the Patronage of The Chartered Management Institute to The Countess of Wessex.”
Sophie Countess of Wessex: Prince Philip’s role taken over by Edward’s wife
The Chartered Management Institute supports those in management positions across the UK.
“This evening The Countess will attend an event to celebrate the outstanding achievements of UK managers from across industry,” the account added.
Prince Philip was a patron for the body for many years, but has handed over the role as part of his retirement from royal life.
The Duke officially retired age 96 in May 2017.
“The Duke of Edinburgh was Patron of @cmi_managers - the professional body for management and leadership - from 1992,” the Royal Family Twitter account stated.
“During that time the Institute has led the debate on the future of
