Industry jobs: Roles filled at TrucTyre, Aldermore, Jolt, Vital Group and Carmoola

ATS Euromaster announce new senior sales appointment

Steve Mann has been appointed to TrucTyre, a sister company of ATS Euromaster, as business development manager.

He will be responsible for growing the Tructyre client base and customer relations across both commercial truck and the ATS Euromaster light vehicle sectors.

He joins with a wide experience across sales in both retail and commercial sectors.

Jason Chamberlain, commercial director at ATS Euromaster, said: “This new appointment will help develop our customer engagement across our truck business.

“We have chosen an excellent manager with experience primarily outside the automotive sector to bring refreshed skillsets to the business. I look forward to seeing him develop our customers' experience, as well as his career, with us.”

Tructyre, together with ATS Euromaster, is part of the Michelin group.

Lauren Pamma joins Aldermore as head of energy and infrastructure

Aldermore has appointed Lauren Pamma as head of energy and infrastructure as it launches a finance proposition specifically tailored for the energy and infrastructure renewables financing sector.

It forms part of our business finance strategy to invest in new, attractive and underserved segments.  

Pamma will be establishing a new team when she joins Aldermore in June from the Green Finance Institute.

Prior to this, she worked for Lloyds Banking Group where she was responsible for leading the sustainability agenda for their motor finance and leasing division.

She comes with a wealth of experience in the sector having worked in corporate finance for over 20 years.

Lee Rhodes, commercial director of asset finance at Aldermore said: “I’m thrilled to welcome Lauren to the team. Her extensive experience will be invaluable to Aldermore.

“At Aldermore we’re committed to improving our offering to help businesses with their ambitions. I look forward to working closely with Lauren and the wider team as we continue to invest in and enhance our proposition with the provision of larger, structured facilities.”

Vital Group strengthens its senior leadership team

Vital Group has announced it is stregthening its senior leadership team with the appointment of Andy Wright, formerly CEO of Sunbelt Rentals.

Wright joined the Vital Group business as executive chair on May 1 and will work closely with Nic Rea, co-founder and CEO , the executive board and Vital’s management teams to develop the capacity and reach of the Vital Group business.

Wright has been closely involved with the business in a non-executive capacity since co-founding it in January 2016.

He has previously held senior leadership positions at Aggreko, Speedy Hire, Lavendon Group, and for the past five years has served as CEO of Sunbelt Rentals.

He said: “I am delighted to be able to step into the role of executive chair at Vital Group. Since

“Nic and I established the business in early 2016, Vital has achieved remarkable year on-year growth and has become a trusted partner to many household names in the UK, which is a testament to the diligence, talent and expertise of the whole team, and this growth rate reflects the real added value that we bring to the market.

“The Vital team is made up of exceptionally capable and committed individuals who have collectively set the standards that others in our sector aspire to meet.

“The potential for the business is limitless, and my job is to build on the incredible work that’s already been done and help Vital to become everything it can be. I’m really looking forward to working more closely with all of the team to achieve this.”

Jolt appoints new UK head of marketing

Jolt has announced the appointment of Louise Down as UK head of marketing.

In this role, she will support Gino Cettina, UK sales director, to drive the strategic vision and execution of Jolt's advertising proposition.

She said: “Jolt’s unique business model has pioneered an approach that makes public EV charging more accessible to UK drivers.

“I'm thrilled to join this visionary team and replicate the growth the model has experienced in other global regions.

“Building strategic marketing partnerships is fundamental to this success in delivering equal value for consumers, brands, communities and the environment.”

Down has more than 25 years of experience in working with startups and multinational businesses across the globe, delivering tailored marketing solutions on a local, regional, and global scale.

Cettina added: "With the appointment of Louise as UK head of marketing, we can focus on building the business with relevant customer insights.

“With a strategic vision aimed at driving innovation and empowerment within the UK market, Louise brings a wealth of experience in research to the table.

“Her appointment underscores Jolt's commitment to providing partners with more relevant insights across various categories, enabling them to make informed decisions and drive meaningful impact.”

Cettina also expressed his excitement, stating, 'With Louise's expertise, we are poised to deliver deeper, more actionable insights to our partners, delivering community and brand benefits.”

Carmoola appoints Frédéric de Benoist as director of capital markets

Carmoola has appointed Frédéric de Benoist as director of capital markets.

He brings more than two decades of experience in the finance industry, with a strong background in structured finance and capital strategy.

His career to date includes major roles at Deutsche Bank, culminating as managing director - head of asset finance. 

In his new role, he will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive capital markets strategy, leading fundraising efforts, and optimising Carmoola's capital structure.

His expertise will be pivotal in securing funding for loans, managing financial risks, and supporting the company’s growth initiatives.

Aidan Rushby, founder and CEO of Carmoola, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Frédéric to the Carmoola team. 

“His deep understanding of debt structures and financial markets, combined with his impressive track record, makes him the ideal leader to spearhead our capital market efforts. 

“I am confident that Frédéric’s leadership will significantly contribute to our goal of becoming a leading player in a new-look car finance industry that works better for consumers.”

Benoist added: “I am excited to join Carmoola at such a pivotal time in the company’s journey. 

“Carmoola’s innovative approach to car financing and its commitment to customer empowerment align perfectly with my professional values. 

“I look forward to leveraging my experience to support the company’s continued growth and success.”

Carmoola, known for its fully automated, direct-to-consumer car finance, has raised more than £145 million in funding and secured backing from some of the world’s most renowned investors, including QED Investors, AlleyCorp, InMotion (part of Jaguar Land Rover), and VentureFriends.