Helphire Group has announced several senior appointments in line with its programme of change and focus on consolidating its business structure towards efficiency and profitability.

Chris Chatterton becomes group sales director and Alan Gilbert is the new group technical director.

Chatterton previously held the position of managing director of Helphire UK and Angel Assistance, while Gilbert led Helphire’s Automotive Division as their managing director.

Chatterton will be responsible for sales and business development within all of Helphire Group’s entities including, Helphire UK, Albany Assistance, Helphire Automotive Division, Total Accident Management, Cab Aid, E-claim and Fleet Legal.

Meanwhile, Gilbert will take primary responsibility for insurer-related technical matters. He will also oversee all debt litigation and hold responsibility for improving the group’s litigation performance.