Bentley Motors has appointed Max Harris-Jones as its new Sustainability and Community Communications Manager. In his new role, Harris-Jones will report to Wayne Bruce, Chief Communications and DEIB Officer, and work closely with Bentley’s Board of Management, senior leadership team, and regional networks.
He will be responsible for shaping and delivering communications that support Bentley’s sustainability goals and community engagement initiatives, aligned with the company’s Beyond100+ strategy.
Harris-Jones brings over a decade of experience within Bentley, having joined the company 11 years ago as a Graduate Engineer. During his tenure, he has held multiple roles across the organisation. Most recently, he served as Technical Assistant to Andreas Lehe, Manufacturing Member of the Board, where he played a key role in leading cross-functional initiatives linked to Bentley’s manufacturing strategy, including the ongoing transformation of the Dream Factory at Crewe.
Prior to this, Max was a Technical Manager in Mulliner and Motorsports, where he held responsibility as the logistics operational project lead for the Classics Continuation Series and Motorsport parts and change management, carrying forward the marque’s historic craftsmanship and enduring legacy.
Supporting Bentley’s ambition for a more sustainable and inclusive future, founding BeProud Network member Max plays an active role across the company’s DEIB initiatives, participating in events such as Manchester Pride and Attitude 101, helping to champion visibility and representation. In 2025, Max was recognised among the Attitude 101 cohort of trailblazing individuals from across multiple industries, marking continued dedication to driving positive change.
Commenting on Max’s appointment, Wayne Bruce, said: “Over a year into our Beyond100+ strategy, sustainability and our connection to the communities we work within remains vital. With the addition of Max to the team, we strengthen the ability to drive meaningful transformation, advance our sustainability leadership on the journey to becoming exclusively electric and deepen engagement within our communities.”
Max, added: “I am delighted to be joining Bentley’s Communications team. Over the past ten years at Bentley – across Manufacturing, Motorsport and Mulliner – I’ve had the privilege to be part of some incredible teams and projects. The progress we’re making on decarbonisation, maturing DEIB, and deepening our community impact is driven by the passion of our colleagues and the commitment of our business partners. I’m excited to build on that momentum alongside the Communications team.”
Max replaces Stefanie Lackner, who returned to Audi AG as planned last year to take on the role as Spokesperson Transformation.
