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Account Director

Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd
London, UK
£75,000 – £75,000
2 days ago
on-site

Skills & Technologies

RStrategyP&LBenefitsLeadershipBest Practice

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Account Director to lead a flagship site, operating within a blended service delivery model.

Salary: £75,000 + dependent on experience

Based five days a week onsite in London, you will lead a high-performing team and play a key role within a wider global account structure. This is a senior leadership opportunity with international scope, being a key part of future mobilisation plans. You will be instrumental in shaping operational excellence, driving commercial performance, and delivering a premium client experience across multiple European locations.

Main Responsibilities

Act as senior client lead, building strong executive-level relationships and maintaining a high-end professional presence

Drive operational excellence, process optimisation and performance standards

Oversee mobilisation and expansion plans, embedding best practice and consistency

Collaborate within a global account structure to align strategy, governance and delivery

Person Requirements

Proven senior leadership experience managing large-scale accounts

Prior foodservice sector experience is essential

Strong commercial acumen with ownership of P&L performance

High-end, polished and credible presence at board level

Experience working within complex, multi-location or international structures

Operationally rigorous, strategically minded and relentlessly client-focused

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

Contributory pension scheme

Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more

Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

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