Experian has permanently appointed Kirk Fletcher as its new managing director for its automotive division following an eight month period as acting MD.

Fletcher took up the role as acting MD after Rob Whalley, the previous MD left the company ‘by mutual consent’ in April this year. Whalley then joined MSX International in May.

James Barr has been appointed as Experian’s sales director and will be in charge the 40-strong sales team following Fletcher’s promotion.