Gary Dawkins, former sales manager for Fortis Lease, part of BNP Paribas banking group, has joined Capitas Finance to head up a new vehicle financing subsidiary called Capitas Vehicle Finance Ltd.

Jeremy Hartill, managing director, Capitas Finance said: "Gary brings 22 years of experience and long-term relationships with a blue chip list of clients.

"He has a proven track record and established market reputation. We welcome Gary on board and are delighted he chose to align with Capitas."

Simon Brook, co-director, added, "We expect Gary to immediately enhance the Capitas team and further improve our already competitive position in the automotive finance marketplace."