• We''re Hiring: Account Director - Food, Hospitality & Lifestyle Clients
• London
• Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary (Set Bands, No Flex)
  Sociable, Tight-Knit Team | Big Xmas Party | Office Drinks | Great Progression Path

We are working exclusively with a 10+ years old, founder-led communications agency specialising in the world of chefs, restaurants, and food brands - and we''re looking for a talented and strategic Account Director to lead across a portfolio of exciting, high-profile hospitality clients.

The Role

You''ll take the lead across 12 diverse and dynamic food & hospitality clients, managing a small team while ensuring campaigns land with impact and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a portfolio of 12 hospitality/F&B clients (chefs, restaurants, and food brands)
• Act as strategic partner and day-to-day contact for senior clients
• Line manage and mentor a talented Account Manager and Account Executive
• Lead on campaign planning, media strategy, storytelling and delivery
• Maintain high standards of client service, reporting, and relationship management
• Oversee budgets, timings, and outputs with a commercial mindset
• Support and mentor junior team members in developing their skills and progression
• Collaborate with the SLT on agency growth and new business
• Help shape the future of the agency with opportunities for promotion to Associate Director, Director, and even Partner level

What We''re Looking For:

This role is ideal for a current Account Director or a strong Senior Account Manager ready to step up.

You must have:

• Previous agency experience (big or small) - essential
• Proven experience working with hospitality, F&B brands, or chefs
• A strong track record in people management and team leadership
• Confidence leading accounts and owning client relationships
• Strategic thinking with a hands-on, solutions-first mindset
• Stability in your career path - we''re not big on job-hopping at senior level