Mr Jennings, who currently is regional operations director for Trinity Mirror in the northwest, will join the group, which publishes 50 county 'Life' magazines, in April.
He will be based in Yorkshire Life's new offices on the outskirts of Leeds.
Liz Page, Archant regional MD, said: "Chris is greatly looking forward to joining Archant Life and I am sure you will join with me in wishing him every success."
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