Cleaning Account Manager

Churchill Services; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in the UK seeks a dynamic Cleaning Account Manager to oversee multiple residential sites. The ideal candidate will manage a team, maintain quality service delivery, and ensure adherence to health and safety standards. Benefits include employee ownership, ongoing training, and various wellness support. Security clearance is required for this role.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

24/7 GP access

Two paid volunteering days

Exclusive perks and discounts

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in managing service teams and client relationships.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures in the cleaning industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of cleaning operatives.
• Manage performance and ensure high quality of service delivery.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and account growth.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership skills

Financial forecasting

Commercial awareness

IT literacy

Job description

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Cleaning Account Manager to join our growing Chequers division, overseeing a new housing association contract across multiple residential and communal sites. In this pivotal role, you'll lead and support a team of cleaning operatives, ensuring all locations are consistently maintained to the highest standards. You'll be the driving force behind daily operations‑motivating your team, managing performance, and delivering exceptional service across the board. As a Cleaning Contract Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining strong client relationship with high levels of satisfaction
• Providing and maintaining the quality‑of‑service delivery
• Managing, recruiting, and coaching local service teams
• Carrying out ad‑hoc and regular activities such as projects, reports, audits as required by and to support the Operations Manager.
• Be responsible for ensuring Health & Safety procedures and legislation is adhered to
• Looking for opportunities for continuous improvement, cost savings and account growth.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and people management skills
• Excellent leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to forward plan, work under pressure and influence at a senior level
• Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety systems in the cleaning industry
• Ability to work to tight timescales
• Strong commercial awareness, financial management, and IT literacy
• Passionate, flexible, trustworthy, and innovative.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Employee Ownership – You’re part of our success!
• 24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days per year – Give back to a cause that matters to you
• Exclusive perks and discounts – More than 250 deals available
• Ongoing training and development – From apprenticeships to leadership programs
• Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion – Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way
• Recognition and rewards – Celebrating our shining stars all year round

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. As an inclusive and equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to build a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all.

Reasonable adjustments – Please let us know if there are any adjustments we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We’re happy to help…

Please note: Security clearance (DBS) is required for this role.