Account Director - London

ESS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and hospitality company is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead a passionate culinary team in Canary Wharf/East London. The ideal candidate has proven leadership skills, a passion for food, and the ability to drive innovation in large-scale operations. This role offers the chance to influence and enhance the hospitality experience while working with a dedicated team. An exceptional benefits package and career growth opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP access for family

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Discount sharing with friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
• A track record in mobilisation or large-scale operations.
• An unstoppable passion for food, service, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, high-performing teams and drive chef-led innovation.
• Play a key role in exciting new mobilisations.
• Deliver premium staff dining and orchestrate hospitality experiences.

Skills

Leadership experience

Relationship-building skills

Strategic thinking

Passion for food

Innovation

Job description

Account Director - London

Account Director

Canary Wharf/ East London

75,000 - 80,000 DOE

With our business expanding rapidly, we're growing our team of exceptional Account Directors to help lead the next chapter of our success. If you have a passion for food, are a natural leader, and consistent in delivering world-class hospitality experiences, this could be your next big move!

This role is based in Canary Wharf / East London, working with a talented culinary and service team that's as passionate about food as you are.

This is far from your typical Account Director role. You'll be leading large, high-performing teams, driving chef-led innovation, and playing a key role in exciting new mobilisations. From delivering premium staff dining to orchestrating standout hospitality experiences, this role offers real influence, autonomy, and the chance to make your creative mark on every aspect of the operation

What's in it for you?

• A leadership role with autonomy, energy, and variety
• Work in one of our iconic client sites with ambitious growth plans
• Be at the forefront of new business and mobilisation projects
• Lead and inspire a passionate, high-performing culinary team
• Join a company where food, service, and people come first

You'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience and relationship-building skills
• Strategic thinking with a hands on approach
• A track record in mobilisation or large-scale operations
• An unstoppable passion for food, service, and innovation

Benefits package

• 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