Account Manager (12 Month FTC)

Kandhu Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Account Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This fully remote role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work closely with a leading UK food retailer. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, overseeing project workflows, and ensuring service delivery excellence. Join a supportive and collaborative team that values proactive solutions and strong communication skills. If you are ready to take the lead on client relationships and enhance service provision, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Up to 25 days’ annual leave

Company pension scheme

Remote, flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Payroll Giving scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in account management or project management.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the main point of contact for a key client.
• Coordinating internal teams to manage project capacity and priorities.

Skills

Account Management

Project Management

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Solutions-focused Mindset

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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Account Manager (12 Month FTC), Birmingham

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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Job Description:

Account Manager – 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: UK (Fully Remote)
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full-time, 12-month fixed-term

We’re looking for an experienced and confident Account Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this client-facing role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing product approval processes—ensuring specifications, pack copy, and artwork move efficiently through the correct workflows.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading food retailers, providing day-to-day service delivery while building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Acting as the main point of contact for a key client, managing service delivery and ensuring smooth project workflows
* Coordinating internal teams to manage project capacity, capabilities, and priorities
* Supporting client development by identifying opportunities to enhance and expand service provision
* Leading client meetings, maintaining strong relationships, and providing expert guidance
* Compiling performance reports and status updates for stakeholders
* Managing client feedback and handling challenging conversations professionally

What’s On Offer

* 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary
* Fully remote working setup with flexibility
* The opportunity to work closely with a leading UK food retailer
* Supportive and collaborative work environment

What We’re Looking For

* At least 1 year of experience in account management or project management, ideally within FMCG or food retail
* Strong relationship-building and communication skills
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work collaboratively
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Confident using Excel, PowerPoint, and other digital tools
* A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
* An understanding of how to develop and implement efficient working processes

Benefits

* Up to 25 days’ annual leave per year
* Company pension scheme
* Remote, flexible working
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Payroll Giving scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to Take the Lead on Client Relationships?

If you’re an experienced Account Manager with a passion for service delivery and stakeholder engagement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

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