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Account Director

Job in Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listing for: Gather + Gather
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Management, Client Relationship Management, Project & Program Management, Contracts Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Account Director – London, Zone 1

Location: Zone 1 London

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Client relationship management

  • Act as the primary senior point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong, long-term partnerships.
  • Manage client expectations and communicate project progress, addressing any issues and keeping them informed of developments.

Operational and contract management

  • Ensure contract delivery meets or exceeds agreed-upon service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Oversee all aspects of contract performance, including compliance with contractual terms and health and safety regulations.
  • Develop and implement operational excellence and innovation within contracts.
  • Produce regular performance reviews, reports, and strategic development plans.

Financial and commercial management

  • Manage the financial performance of contracts, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
  • Maximise profitability by controlling costs and managing margins.
  • Identify and drive revenue growth opportunities, such as upselling new services.
  • Lead the company's role in contract retenders.

Team leadership

  • Lead, motivate, and develop operational teams to ensure consistent service excellence.
  • Foster a collaborative culture and ensure staff are trained and managed effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all managed sites.
Benefits
  • Personal Development and Training opportunities
  • Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
  • Eye care
  • A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
  • Family friendly support
  • Regular social events and communication with our leaders
  • Professional subscriptions
  • Recognition schemes and people awards
  • Long service awards
  • Access to some great high street discount vouchers
Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management

Industries

Food & Beverages and Caterers

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