Rebecca joins the specialist bank's motor finance arm from Barclays Business, where she was chief operating officer.

Prior to this, Rebecca was managing director of lending for Barclays Corporate bank, providing financial products and services to support companies to grow and develop their businesses.

She has also been chair of UK Finance's corporate committee and has been involved with the government's scale up taskforce and the mayor of London's business advisory committee.

At Close Brothers, Rebecca will also join the executive committee for Close Brothers' banking division.

As CEO of the motor finance division, Rebecca will ensure that the company continues to develop its 30-year heritage.

“It's an amazing opportunity with a company that's genuinely investing in its people, technology and customer service, and has the support and backing of Close Brothers, a bank that has a proud tradition of lending to customers throughout the economic cycle,” said Rebecca.

“I admire the unwavering focus on the dealer, and the fact that that ethos is evident in each and every member of the team.

“My experience, coupled with my lifelong love of cars, will stand me in good stead as I hit the ground running.

“I can't wait to contribute to the energy and passion that's already tangible in the company.”

Rebecca replaces previous CEO James Broadhead, who has decided to retire.