2,549 Account Director jobs in the United Kingdom

• Provide leadership, and that contractual commitments are met and exceeded.
• Ensure that opportunities for the strategic development of the contract are exploited, to deliver increased turnover and profitability, ensure additional services and projects are added, and contracts are re-won on retender.
• Ensuring business policies and processes are effectively communicated, and implemented within the contract.
• Ensure the provision of healthy and safe working conditions and that both clients and Company health and safety policy and process is effectively implemented across both CBRE and subcontractors activities, and are regularly review.
• Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across contracts, balancing cost reduction with the delivery of service excellence. Ensure structures support peaks and troughs in workload, and disaster recovery.
• Ensure contracts are staffed by fully competent teams, ensuring post holders are fully competent, and that effective succession planning arrangements are in place.
• Working with other Operational managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective team working, and support to colleagues.
• Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded.
• Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met.
• Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts.
• Promoting and maintaining the RISE Values of CBRE
• Provision of leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support, where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward.
• Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate.
• Supporting the sales process through solutions development, participation in presentations and consultation meetings, hosting visits, and support to mobilisation as required on new contracts
• Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and are able to reach their full future potential.

• Accountability to the CBRE functional heads, as appropriate.
• Accountable day-to-day to the relevant client contacts.
• Line management responsibility for a contract team and indirectly for relevant sub-contractors.
• Financial responsibility for the delivery of Plan commitments for the contract.

• Managerial experience at Contract / Account Manager or above within technical and or hard services is essential.
• Delivery of wider facilities management services
• The development and review of teams, appraisal, and the application of effective people management practice (desirable)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent motivational and influencing skills, with high levels of personal integrity
• Has vision, and able to communicate this effectively. A role model for customer service excellence.
• Analytical
• Creative
• Able to contribute effectively across all business activities.
• Politically astute.
• Incumbents must have a high level of energy, be self- starters, confident and stable in manner.
• Organised, able to prioritise and deliver within high pressure, business critical environments.

Major Recruitment is partnering with a fast-growing branding and creative services agency and they are looking for an experienced Account Director to join their team to help develop and deliver outstanding nutritional products.

All about the role and company you would be working for!

Position: Account Director
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + annual bonus + excellent benefits

Private Health, Gym Membership, Flexitime, Sick pay, Pension, Generous Holiday entitlement, Company events.

Hybrid: 2 days wfh, early finish on Fridays

Flexitime 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm
Location: Surrey

What they do:

A small but established branding and creative services agency that specialises in private label nutrition products and end-to-end launch support.

Company culture and what makes them great to work for: You'll join a fast-paced, challenger and disruptor in the nutrition industry. They are a small but mighty team who has established a reputation for delivering a quality of work that sits above their competition.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the key client contact and own long-term client relationships on a number of key client accounts
• Support in leading the client services team, across both branding and product services to deliver a variety of brand creation, product development and manufacturing projects for their clients.
• Project management, scoping/budgeting and evaluation
• Ensure they are developing strong, long-term relationships and that they have a holistic understanding of our clients, their brands and goals
• Work with the NPD and Operations teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, and to exceed client expectations every step of the way
• You will also support on developing of the client portfolio with the goal of elevating the quality of their output and growing their client relationships.
• Encourage and execute career planning throughout the client services team to ensure they attract, develop & retain the best talent - play a coaching and supportive role in building the team's capability through regular performance management

About you?

• Positive and proactive with good time management
• Developer of strong client relationships
• Experienced team leader
• Meticulous commercial management (quoting, billing, forecasting)
• Outstanding project manager
• Attention to detail, ensuring high-quality output
• Experienced pricing negotiator with clients
• A natural contributor and creative problem solver

What background and experience are the company looking for?

• Ideally at least 5 years professional experience in nutrition or cosmetics
• Proven record managing projects efficiently, on-time and on-budget
• Experience growing client accounts and proactively seeking business opportunities
• Experience with project management and analysis
• Managing a wide team and overseeing individual development
• Someone vibrant, ambitious and excited to work within the nutrition industry.

Don't miss the chance to be part of something great, apply today!

HOW TO APPLY: If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, please apply here OR send your CV to: (url removed) OR call (phone number removed)

Ref: INDSR

For this role Major Recruitment is acting as an employment agency.

Are you looking to take the next step in your client services career?
Do you have a strong background in media, client relationship management, and team leadership?
Do you have experience working with Media Agencies or Media Owner environment?

If you can answer yes to the above questions then this could be the PERFECT role for you!

Reed Marketing & Creative are currently partnered with a leading agency based in Birmingham , who are looking for an Account Director to join their dynamic client services team.

• Form an integral part of the client services department, leading client accounts and cultivating strong, profitable relationships.
• Manage and mentor client teams to deliver exceptional service and campaign results.
• New business pitches, including meeting prospective clients and media owners, and developing strategic media campaigns
• Oversee strategic media planning and buying, presenting and selling plans to clients and agencies.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities across existing and prospective clients.
• Work closely with account management teams to deliver campaigns that meet client objectives.
• Build strong relationships with media owners to ensure buying efficiencies and value for clients.
• Stay informed on media research, market trends, and developments in the advertising industry.
• Deliver end-to-end client servicing, from briefings and meetings to campaign performance analysis.
• Represent the agency externally and maintain excellent relationships with roster agencies.
• Manage budgets, monitor account profitability, and ensure accurate billing and PO tracking.
• Support the professional development of team members through appraisals and ongoing coaching.

• A minimum of 6+ years' experience in a client services or account management role surrounding Agencies or Digital Marketing Workloads
• A strategic and commercial mindset with strong leadership and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the media landscape and marketing theory.
• Proven ability to manage multiple campaigns with a sharp eye for detail.
• Experience managing junior to mid-level team members.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, self-starting attitude with excellent time management.

In return you will receive a competitive salary depending on experience + excellent benefits + hybrid working (office & home - 1 day remote) + the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking agency in the heart of Birmingham.

If you are keen to know more about this fantastic opportunity as an Account Director , please click on the link to apply! Alternatively, you can get in touch with Jonathan Price at Reed Marketing & Creative in Birmingham.

Your Mission:

Lead the charge in redefining how brands connect with consumers in retail spaces. As the visionary behind Disrupt’s Retail Experience team, you’ll architect bold, immersive campaigns that don’t just meet expectations—they revolutionise them. You’ll drive growth through new client wins and elevate existing partnerships into long-term strategic alliances.

This is more than a leadership role—it’s a movement. You’ll be at the forefront of experiential innovation, blending creativity, strategy, and commercial acumen to deliver unforgettable brand moments that shift shopper behaviour and drive measurable results.

Reporting to: Head of Business Unit

What You’ll Drive:

· Disrupt the Norm: Lead the evolution of our experience proposition—turning traditional retail marketing on its head.

· Growth Engine: Spearhead new business initiatives and unlock organic growth across our client portfolio.

· Retail Intelligence: Be the go-to expert on shopper behaviour, retail trends, and omnichannel engagement.

· Creative Leadership: Inspire your team to craft campaigns that are as strategic as they are sensational.

· Commercial Impact: Own the numbers—drive revenue, optimise margins, and exceed performance targets.

How You’ll Lead:

· Inspire & Empower: Build and nurture a high-performing team that thrives on creativity, accountability, and ambition.

· Set the Standard: Establish a culture of excellence, where innovation is expected and results are celebrated.

· Be the Expert: Influence senior stakeholders with insight, foresight, and a deep understanding of the retail landscape.

· Champion Change: Challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and lead transformation across every touchpoint.

What You Bring:

· Proven success leading high-impact retail or experiential teams within FMCG, alcohol, or consumer tech sectors.

· A strategic mind with a creative soul—able to zoom out to see the big picture and zoom in to perfect the details.

· A track record of winning new business and growing client accounts through insight-led, results-driven campaigns.

· Deep knowledge of the retail ecosystem, shopper psychology, and the evolving role of physical spaces in a digital world.

· Experience influencing C-suite clients and leading cross-functional teams to deliver award-worthy work.

Your Impact:

· Redefine Retail: Transform passive shopping into powerful brand experiences.

· Elevate Brands: Help clients become category leaders through unforgettable in-store activations.

· Grow Disrupt: Be a key player in our agency’s growth story—driving revenue, reputation, and results.

You Are:

· A natural leader who energises teams and inspires action.

· A challenger who sees opportunity in every obstacle.

· A collaborator who builds trust and drives alignment.

· A visionary who turns insight into innovation.

Account Director - Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Remote (with monthly visits to client site in London)
Salary: 60,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
Are you a strategic and commercially focused leader with experience in FMCG, food retail, or technical services? We're recruiting for an Account Director to take ownership of a major retailer account for a leading client services organisation.

In this high-impact role, you'll be responsible for the commercial success and smooth delivery of services to a key client. You'll work closely with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure excellence in delivery, while driving innovation and maintaining strong client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and developing a key retailer account, taking full commercial responsibility
* Managing all aspects of service delivery to ensure client satisfaction
* Handling commercial negotiations for existing and new services
* Running weekly update meetings and monthly governance reporting with the client
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders
* Identifying growth opportunities and delivering against commercial targets
* Representing the business at a senior level and acting as a key point of contact
* Collaborating with internal teams and regulatory experts to deliver results

What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in a client-facing commercial role, ideally with major retailers
* Strong understanding of FMCG or food retail environments
* Knowledge of food technical, product development, or regulatory processes
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage complex workloads in a fast-paced setting
* Previous experience managing teams and driving performance
* Strong IT skills including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
* A positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and improve

What's in It for You
* Salary of 60,000 per annum
* Remote and flexible working
* Up to 25 days holiday per year
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Payroll Giving and Cycle to Work schemes

You'll be required to attend the client's London site on a monthly basis, with occasional additional visits as needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-profile account with a supportive team and a forward-thinking, professional environment.

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A new Account Director is being sought for a high profile, exciting sector, to run circa 9m worth of business to develop.

Some European travel.

In excess of 25sites across the UK.

The ideal candidate will be a proven entity who has run a similar remit previously.

Ideally from an M&E Technical Contract Management background who has progressed to an Area or Regional position and is now seeking a Directorship.

Perhaps has some sales experience.

A global M&E Property firm with an abundance of interanl progression. Would suit someone looking withlots of ambition.

A solid team to work alongside, dynamic client base and the leader in their field.

Interviewing now and looking to appoint this quarter.

The process will be a 3 stage interview concluding with a presentation to showcase your client skills.

Account Director - Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Remote (with monthly visits to client site in London)
Salary: 60,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
Are you a strategic and commercially focused leader with experience in FMCG, food retail, or technical services? We're recruiting for an Account Director to take ownership of a major retailer account for a leading client services organisation.

In this high-impact role, you'll be responsible for the commercial success and smooth delivery of services to a key client. You'll work closely with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure excellence in delivery, while driving innovation and maintaining strong client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and developing a key retailer account, taking full commercial responsibility
* Managing all aspects of service delivery to ensure client satisfaction
* Handling commercial negotiations for existing and new services
* Running weekly update meetings and monthly governance reporting with the client
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders
* Identifying growth opportunities and delivering against commercial targets
* Representing the business at a senior level and acting as a key point of contact
* Collaborating with internal teams and regulatory experts to deliver results

What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in a client-facing commercial role, ideally with major retailers
* Strong understanding of FMCG or food retail environments
* Knowledge of food technical, product development, or regulatory processes
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage complex workloads in a fast-paced setting
* Previous experience managing teams and driving performance
* Strong IT skills including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
* A positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and improve

What's in It for You
* Salary of 60,000 per annum
* Remote and flexible working
* Up to 25 days holiday per year
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Payroll Giving and Cycle to Work schemes

You'll be required to attend the client's London site on a monthly basis, with occasional additional visits as needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-profile account with a supportive team and a forward-thinking, professional environment.

Kandhu Recruitment GDPR & Privacy Policy Statement
Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability for the role or similar positions within the Food Sector. If we feel you are a relevant candidate, we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants.

Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business. A copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role, Kandhu will add your details to our database-assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch.

• Provide leadership, and that contractual commitments are met and exceeded.
• Ensure that opportunities for the strategic development of the contract are exploited, to deliver increased turnover and profitability, ensure additional services and projects are added, and contracts are re-won on retender.
• Ensuring business policies and processes are effectively communicated, and implemented within the contract.
• Ensure the provision of healthy and safe working conditions and that both clients and Company health and safety policy and process is effectively implemented across both CBRE and subcontractors activities, and are regularly review.
• Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across contracts, balancing cost reduction with the delivery of service excellence. Ensure structures support peaks and troughs in workload, and disaster recovery.
• Ensure contracts are staffed by fully competent teams, ensuring post holders are fully competent, and that effective succession planning arrangements are in place.
• Working with other Operational managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective team working, and support to colleagues.
• Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded.
• Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met.
• Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts.
• Promoting and maintaining the RISE Values of CBRE
• Provision of leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support, where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward.
• Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate.
• Supporting the sales process through solutions development, participation in presentations and consultation meetings, hosting visits, and support to mobilisation as required on new contracts
• Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and are able to reach their full future potential.

• Accountability to the CBRE functional heads, as appropriate.
• Accountable day-to-day to the relevant client contacts.
• Line management responsibility for a contract team and indirectly for relevant sub-contractors.
• Financial responsibility for the delivery of Plan commitments for the contract.

• Managerial experience at Contract / Account Manager or above within technical and or hard services is essential.
• Delivery of wider facilities management services
• The development and review of teams, appraisal, and the application of effective people management practice (desirable)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent motivational and influencing skills, with high levels of personal integrity
• Has vision, and able to communicate this effectively. A role model for customer service excellence.
• Analytical
• Creative
• Able to contribute effectively across all business activities.
• Politically astute.
• Incumbents must have a high level of energy, be self- starters, confident and stable in manner.
• Organised, able to prioritise and deliver within high pressure, business critical environments.

Account Director - Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Remote (with monthly visits to client site in London)
Salary: 60,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
Are you a strategic and commercially focused leader with experience in FMCG, food retail, or technical services? We're recruiting for an Account Director to take ownership of a major retailer account for a leading client services organisation.

In this high-impact role, you'll be responsible for the commercial success and smooth delivery of services to a key client. You'll work closely with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure excellence in delivery, while driving innovation and maintaining strong client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and developing a key retailer account, taking full commercial responsibility
* Managing all aspects of service delivery to ensure client satisfaction
* Handling commercial negotiations for existing and new services
* Running weekly update meetings and monthly governance reporting with the client
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders
* Identifying growth opportunities and delivering against commercial targets
* Representing the business at a senior level and acting as a key point of contact
* Collaborating with internal teams and regulatory experts to deliver results

What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in a client-facing commercial role, ideally with major retailers
* Strong understanding of FMCG or food retail environments
* Knowledge of food technical, product development, or regulatory processes
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage complex workloads in a fast-paced setting
* Previous experience managing teams and driving performance
* Strong IT skills including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
* A positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and improve

What's in It for You
* Salary of 60,000 per annum
* Remote and flexible working
* Up to 25 days holiday per year
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Payroll Giving and Cycle to Work schemes

You'll be required to attend the client's London site on a monthly basis, with occasional additional visits as needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-profile account with a supportive team and a forward-thinking, professional environment.

Kandhu Recruitment GDPR & Privacy Policy Statement
Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability for the role or similar positions within the Food Sector. If we feel you are a relevant candidate, we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants.

Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business. A copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role, Kandhu will add your details to our database-assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch.