Philip, 49, joins from Renault where, as Head of Leasing, he oversaw significant growth in contract hire share. He was National Fleet Sales Manager at Nissan before that.

Reporting directly to SEAT UK’s Head of Fleet, Steve Robertson, he has direct responsibility for the nine-strong Fleet and Business Sales team.

Commenting on his appointment, Philip said: ‘All the elements are in place for SEAT to become a major force in the UK fleet sector and so I am very pleased to be joining SEAT at this exciting time for the brand.’@PREVIEWEND@

Steve Robertson, Head of Fleet and Business Sales at SEAT UK, commented: ‘I am delighted to welcome Philip to SEAT and I am certain he will prove a fantastic addition to a team which is now fully geared up to meet the needs of all our fleet and business sales customers.

‘The wealth of experience Philip brings with him from his time at both Nissan and Renault, particularly in leasing and contract hire, will be a great asset as we aim to continue our upward sales trajectory and achieve our ultimate goal of becoming a fleet manufacturer of choice.’

Philip’s appointment follows a major expansion and restructuring of the SEAT Fleet and Business Sales operation, which has taken place over a period of months.