Associate Account Lead - UK (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Account Lead to ensure quality service across a national portfolio. The role involves managing relationships with clients and teams in contract catering, promoting exceptional customer experiences and commercial success. A passion for food and proven leadership skills are essential.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Access to Digital GP

Travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness classes

Share discounts for friends and family

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-unit contract catering or catering business required.
• Passion for food and hospitality essential.
• Proven leadership in managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing a national portfolio of accounts.
• Acting as the primary client contact.
• Managing and inspiring General Managers and their teams.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Effective communication

Motivational skills

Leadership

Financial responsibility

Job description

Associate Account Lead - UK (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Compass Group

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards for spending and using our partner brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

The role involves being the key contact for the client, ensuring quality and service standards across the business, and managing, developing, and inspiring General Managers and their teams to deliver excellent customer experiences with strong commercial results. Project management experience is advantageous for leading future investment plans and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing a national portfolio
• Acting as the primary client contact, maintaining quality and service standards
• Managing and inspiring General Managers and their teams
• Leading investment plans and projects focused on delivery

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience in multi-unit contract catering or catering business
• Creative problem-solving and strategic implementation skills
• Effective communication and motivational skills
• Passion for food and hospitality
• Proven leadership and financial responsibility

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells provides catering and support services to the education sector. We serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. We promote diversity and equal opportunities in the workplace.