Account Manager, Canary Wharf: Up to £80,000 + up to 10% annual bonus
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Account Manager to take full ownership of a high-profile, multi-site London portfolio within a national account. This is a senior leadership role with accountability for a Global HQ, along with the mobilisation of a new site in 2027, plus some London satellite locations!
This role is critical to the success of the account. We are looking for a confident, decisive leader who can elevate service standards, strengthen consistency, and drive operational excellence. There is long-term progression available for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Full accountability for day-to-day operations across all London sites
Leadership of an existing management team with an overall team of circa 120
Build strong, credible relationships with key stakeholders and clients
Take ownership of decision-making, leading with confidence and accountability
Drive service improvement, operational efficiency and consistency across the portfolio
Manage both cost-plus and commercial financial models, ensuring strong commercial performance
Lead planning and preparation for future mobilisation and site transitions
Embed a high-performance culture and develop future leaders within the team
Person Requirements
Proven multi-site leadership experience
Strong people leader with excellent communication and influencing skills
Background in contract catering preferred
Commercially astute with experience managing complex financial models
Ambitious, resilient and comfortable with a large, fast-paced workload
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
Free meals
Free on-site gym
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more
Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Job Reference: com R/SU Group
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!