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Account Director
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Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-03
Listing for:
Gather + Gather
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
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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 ResponsibilitiesClient 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.
- 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
Director
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionManagement
IndustriesFood & Beverages and Caterers
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