EMEA Regional Account Director

Sodexo Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to 1,900 brands

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an EMEA Regional Account Director in Dublin, Ireland, to lead multi-country operations and manage a large regional portfolio within Global Strategic Accounts. The role emphasizes strategic client relationships, financial stewardship, and innovative, sustainable hospitality across diverse cultures.

The ideal candidate will have multi-country leadership experience in contract catering or corporate services, strong stakeholder skills, and a track record of data-driven decision

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-country portfolios in catering or hospitality.
• Entrepreneurial, agile and user-focused mindset.
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership across geographies.
• Strong financial mastery of large regional budgets and data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management at senior levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Client Relationship Management with the client’s EMEA REWS team.
• Oversee regional food spaces operations across multiple EMEA countries.
• Own the P&L for the EMEA region and drive growth.
• Champion inclusive hospitality and community-focused dining experiences.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and innovative food tech adoption.
• Mentor country managers, chefs, and regional leaders.
• Use analytics to improve offerings and employee satisfaction.

Skills

Multi-country leadership

P&L management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

People & culture development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management

MBA preferred

Job description

EMEA Regional Account Director - Dublin, Ireland

At Sodexo, we’re passionate about our people. We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, customers, and employees.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Regional Account Director to join our team and play a key role in driving excellence and innovation throughout the EMEA region of one of our key Global Strategic Accounts.

Sodexo’s Global segment plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our organisation worldwide. As a central function, it brings together our international leadership, global service lines and specialist teams who develop the frameworks, standards and innovations that guide our operations across all regions. This segment ensures consistency, drives global performance, and supports the delivery of best‑in‑class services for our clients and consumers. Working within the Global segment means contributing to initiatives that influence the entire organisation, from global strategy and transformation to service excellence and operational alignment - making it an exciting environment for those who want to have a broad, international impact.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic Client Relationship Management Serve as the primary, trusted strategic partner to the client’s EMEA Real Estate and Workplace Services (REWS) food team, ensuring Sodexo’s delivery aligns with the client’s evolving workplace strategies.
• Regional Operational Excellence Oversee the operational performance of all food spaces across multiple EMEA countries, ensuring flawless execution, strict compliance with food safety, and the highest standards of culinary quality.
• Financial Stewardship & Growth Own the P&L for the EMEA region. Drive financial discipline, optimize operational efficiencies, manage large‑scale budgets, and identify opportunities for sustainable commercial growth and innovation.
• Inclusive Hospitality & Community UX Champion a user‑centric hospitality framework that transforms traditional corporate dining into inclusive, community‑building spaces, ensuring food experiences adapt seamlessly to the diverse cultural expectations of employees across EMEA.
• Innovation & Sustainability Leadership Champion the client’s commitment to sustainability (e.g., waste reduction, plant‑forward menus, circular economy) and integrate innovative food technology and trends into daily operations.
• People & Culture Development Lead, inspire, and mentor a diverse team of country managers, chefs, and operational leaders across the region. Foster an inclusive, high‑performing culture that reflects the client’s dynamic environment.
• Data‑Driven Performance Utilize analytics and user feedback to continuously iterate on food offerings, space design, and service delivery, ensuring measurable increases in employee satisfaction.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: Multi-country leadership experience in contract catering, luxury hospitality, or corporate workplace services, specifically managing large-scale, multi-site regional portfolios.
• Cultural Fit: An entrepreneurial mindset with ability to be agile, innovative, user-focused, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Leadership Style: A collaborative, inclusive, and charismatic leader who excels at managing cross-functional, multicultural teams across different geographies and time zones.
• Commercial & Analytical Acumen: Strong financial mastery of complex, multi-million-euro regional budgets (P&L management), and a proven record of data-driven decision-making.
• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence senior C‑suite clients and frontline staff alike.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).

Package Description

Up to €120,000 base salary Depending on experience

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.