SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – For anyone thinking about their next car, how you pay for it can be just as important as what you drive. Stellantis, the global automaker behind brands like Jeep®, Peugeot and FIAT, is sharpening its focus on finance, leasing and flexible mobility options by bringing back seasoned executive Jon Nelson in a new top role overseeing its financial services and leasing companies worldwide.
A new role designed around how we buy and use cars today
Starting in January 2026, Jon Nelson will step into the newly created position of Head of Stellantis Financial Services and Leasing companies, reporting directly to Chief Financial Officer Joao Laranjo. From Stellantis’ base in Amsterdam, he’ll lead the strategy behind the loans, leases and other financial tools that help people get behind the wheel of their next vehicle.
Nelson isn’t new to the company. Before a stint as a partner in PwC’s U.S. business advisory practice, he served at Stellantis as finance head for product planning, capital allocation and synergies, and held multiple accounting and controller leadership roles. That mix of inside knowledge and outside experience puts him in a strong position to rethink how finance supports both the business and everyday drivers.
“Jon’s proven track record in leading large, international teams and executing complex financial strategies will be instrumental in advancing Stellantis’ financial excellence,” said Joao Laranjo, Chief Financial Officer. “We are very happy to have a talent of his caliber back in our ranks.”
Why this matters for car buyers and leasers
Most people don’t deal with global finance strategy—but they do feel the impact in their monthly payments, lease terms and upgrade options. By creating a dedicated leadership role for financial services and leasing, Stellantis is signaling that how customers pay and plan is central to its future.
With brands that span city cars, family SUVs and premium models, having an integrated financial services strategy can mean: clearer offerings across different brands, more coherent experiences when you switch cars, and potentially smoother paths between buying, leasing or using flexible mobility products over time. While Stellantis hasn’t announced specific new consumer products in this release, Nelson’s brief is to “drive innovation and customer-centric solutions across global markets,” which suggests a strong focus on making finance feel more tailored and accessible.
From finance transformation to customer-focused innovation
Nelson’s background reads like a playbook for reshaping how a company funds and supports its mobility ambitions. At PwC, he focused on business advisory work in areas like finance transformation and capital markets. At Stellantis, his previous responsibilities in product planning and capital allocation meant working at the intersection of what vehicles to build, where to invest and how to make the numbers work.
Bringing those threads together in one role over financial services and leasing is a way for Stellantis to align the money side more closely with what people want on the showroom floor—and increasingly, online. As car ownership continues to evolve, with many drivers looking for predictable costs, flexible terms and digital-first experiences, the right financial backbone can make a big difference in how “future-proof” those options feel.
3 ways smarter car finance can make your life easier
- More clarity when you shop. When finance and leasing are coordinated across brands, it becomes easier to compare options, understand total costs and pick what really fits your budget and lifestyle.
- Smoother journeys between cars. A strong financial services setup can support seamless transitions—whether you’re moving from one lease to another, changing brands within the Stellantis family, or adjusting as your needs change.
- Better alignment with your goals. As automakers invest in electrification and new tech, integrated finance can help create options that match your comfort level—whether you’re ready to commit long term or prefer shorter, more flexible arrangements.
For Stellantis, Nelson’s return is also about financial strength behind the scenes. A resilient, innovative finance arm supports the company’s ability to invest in new models, technologies and services—ultimately giving customers more choice in how, and what, they drive.
Learn more about Stellantis and its global brands at https://www.stellantis.com.