Skoda UK has appointed Patrick McGillycuddy (pictured) as its new head of fleet.

McGillycuddy joins from Vauxhall where he held the role of national corporate sales manager. He will focus on growing Skoda’s true fleet market share and developing a sustainable local business offering across the brand’s dealer network.

Alasdair Stewart, brand director for Skoda UK said: “McGillycuddy’s appointment comes as Skoda UK looks to strengthen its fleet team with a series of key appointments, helping the brand to build on its market share of 2.3% in 2012.”

Other recent appointments include: Henry Williams as national fleet sales manager from Audi UK, where he has fulfilled both product and sales force roles. His new position will see him head up the eight-strong Skoda fleet Sales team.

Yulia Eaton reports into Williamsw as the area fleet sales manager for the Midlands and Northern Ireland, replacing Paul Fitton who has been promoted to the role of fleet programmes manager.