In this newly-created role, Oliver will work alongside Chloe Yemm and Callum Chamberlain on all Groupe Renault press relations activities and will have a particular focus on LCV, fleet, trade and corporate communications.

Oliver joins the UK Press Office with extensive automotive experience having spent just over four years as a Product Manager at BMW Group where he played a key role in launching the latest range of MINI models. Prior to that he has spent his career in a variety of marketing and commercial manufacturer head office roles as well as in the dealer network. 

Commenting on the appointment, Jeremy Townsend, Communications Director, Groupe Renault UK & Ireland said: “With an expanding product line-up and a growing number of corporate communications we are pleased to be able to offer specific areas of expertise within the team in order to continue ensuring a fast, responsive and proactive press office.  I am delighted to have Oliver as part of our team and am sure he will do an excellent job at serving the media.” 

Oliver said: “I’m excited to join the Groupe Renault UK Press Office, especially as their leadership within the electric vehicle market – with yet more to come in this area – in particular was an important factor in joining. I look forward to working with the team to provide the UK media with everything they need from Renault, Dacia and Alpine in the months ahead.”