Account Director

Account Director - Canary Wharf - Monday to Friday£85,000 + bonusWe're looking for an exceptional Account Director to transform our catering operation and set new standards of excellence ahead of our new building launch in 2027!This is a rare chance to leave your mark on a flagship account. You'll take complete ownership of our catering service with a prestigious client, with the autonomy and backing to make bold decisions that matter. With a new state-of-the-art building on the horizon, we need someone who can build the foundation for excellence now and create a service that matches our client's ambitions.What You'll DoTransform the food offer into something genuinely special - you'll know great food when you see it and won't settle for less!Hold your team accountable through robust performance management, setting clear expectations and following throughBuild relationships with senior stakeholders in the firm, understanding their business and becoming a trusted partnerLead the strategic planning for our new building launch, positioning us as the hospitality partner of choiceDrive commercial performance with a focus on P&L, identifying opportunities to improve margins whilst elevating qualityWhat We're Looking ForProven track record managing high-value professional servicesGenuine passion for food quality and hospitality excellenceConfident in leading from the front and driving high performance across your teamNatural accountability - you set high standards and ensure they're metStrategic thinking combined with hands-on executionFinger on the pulse of food trends, client needs, and operational detailWe 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 schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmesQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesAbout UsRestaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/0501/C21701/52768362/R/SU #RA GroupCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!TPBN1_UKTJ