Hazlitt begins her new job on May 1, having previously been tipped for promotion to chief executive of Virgin Radio's parent company Scottish Media Group. She will now take responsibility for Capital FM, Choice FM and GCap Media's national commercial sales and online operations.
Under the terms of her contract at Virgin Radio, Hazlitt will have to take four months' gardening leave before joining rival GCap Media, where she will report directly to Ralph Bernard, chief executive officer.
Hazlitt resigned from Virgin Radio on January 10 after 18 months in the job, and it is understood she had been approached by GCap Media to head its flagship radio stations.
Bernard said: "Fru's unrivalled radio, commercial and online experience will prove tremendous assets to the group.
"She is committed to returning Capital Radio to the number one position in London, developing the London portfolio and maximising the commercial potential of our strong brands both through traditional radio advertising and online."
Hazlitt said: "I have worked across all media but have developed a genuine passion for radio and strongly believe that GCap Media can lead the way in the development of its future."
Prior to joining Virgin Radio, Hazlitt was managing director of Yahoo! UK and Ireland, before moving to radio.
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