Account Director

Sodexo; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Account Director, leading a dynamic IFM team at a prestigious pharmaceutical client site. This role offers the chance to leverage your expertise in technical services and regulatory environments while driving business strategies that meet evolving client needs. You'll collaborate with stakeholders and operational teams to ensure exceptional service delivery. With opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to employee development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and innovative workplace. Embrace the chance to thrive in your career and be part of something greater.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive work environment

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Integrated Facilities Management with a focus on technical services.
• Strong operational knowledge in managing multi-site operations in a regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IFM team and manage complex client structures in a pharmaceutical setting.
• Develop business strategies aligned with client needs and regulatory requirements.

Skills

IFM Technical Services

GMP/GXP Regulatory Experience

P&L Management

CAFM Understanding

Multi-site Operations Management

Team Management

Financial Interpretation

Education

Engineering Degree

Building Services Degree

Job description

Sodexo have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Account Director to lead our established IFM team at our international pharmaceutical client site in Macclesfield.

Focusing on Technical, Workplace and Projects, both in the regulatory and non-regulatory areas of the client portfolio, you will manage a complex client structure split between these areas.

Drawing on your IFM / Hard Service technical and leadership experience, you will play an important role in developing the business strategy in line with current and emerging client needs.

Working with the client stakeholders and internal Sodexo operational and functional teams to provide a consistent, highly effective delivery of services.

Due to some of the services being in a regulatory environment, proven experience of operating in a GMP/GXP regulatory environment is essential, ideally with an understanding of quality in the pharma or life sciences sector.

Whilst establishing yourself in the role you will work full time on site in Macclesfield with the opportunity for a hybrid working approach in the future.

By joining Sodexo, you will be part of something greater, working in an environment that fosters innovation and supports your professional growth. Become a valued member of our team, where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

About You

To be considered for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Strong experience in IFM with bias on technical services including good understanding of workplace services.
• Proven experience in operating in a GMP/GXP regulatory environment and understanding of Quality in pharma or life sciences sector.
• Engineering, Building or Building Services Degree or Equivalent Qualification.
• Proven experience in managing P&L accounts c. £20m or more.
• Understanding of CAFM and management information reporting, data, and insight.
• Proven operational knowledge, skills, and experience in managing multi-site/multi service operations.
• Management of large and diverse teams.
• Manage multiple workloads and shifting priorities.
• Ability to interpret and utilise complex and varied financial and commercial information.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a global company renowned for its commitment to employee development.
• A supportive work environment where your expertise and contributions are valued.
• Access to training and development programs to enhance your professional growth.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.