Account Manager - Rail

Rullion Managed Services; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Account Manager for their Rail Portfolio. In this hybrid role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of rail clients, develop relationships to ensure client satisfaction, and drive business development initiatives to expand the client base. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering, rail experience, and strong communication skills. The role offers flexibility but requires regular travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Previous rail experience and understanding of the rolling stock sector.
• Ability to work at pace with attention to detail.
• Experience in business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of rail clients and deliver staffing solutions.
• Develop client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Drive business development initiatives to grow the client base.

Skills

Rail industry experience

Attention to detail

Business development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering discipline background

Job description

Account Manager - Rail Portfolio

Location: Hybrid (with travel to sites)

Role Purpose: Due to recent tender successes and growth within our Rail Engineering portfolio of clients, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Account Manager to bolster our existing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of rail clients, delivering tailored staffing solutions across permanent, temp-to-perm, and contract roles.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective service delivery and timely project execution.
• Drive business development initiatives, identifying new opportunities and growing the client base.
• Maintain a disciplined, high-energy approach to meeting targets and deadlines while managing competing priorities.
• Travel to client sites as required to build relationships, assess needs, and ensure effective service delivery.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous rail experience and a solid understanding of the rolling stock sector.
• Engineering discipline background is preferred.
• Proven ability to work at pace, with a high level of attention to detail and focus.
• Energetic, self-disciplined, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in business development and generating new opportunities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Additional Information:

• This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility in working from home, but regular travel to client sites and team meetings is essential.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.