Want to work for a fast-growing global Recruitment Outsourcing Company committed to creating a more inclusive world of work? A workforce solutions provider which supplies and manages talent for some of the world’s biggest and most recognisable brands? A business that is built on trust in its people and where all of them work in a flexible capacity? At Guidant Global, we’re on a mission to change our industry for the better. We believe that our people are our biggest asset and strategic advantage. We are real people, recruiting real people. That's why we encourage our people to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can feel their best every day. At Guidant Global, we’re people-centric to our core. If you’re looking for a career with purpose, autonomy and progression, join us on our journey. Together, we can show the world ABetterWay We’re looking for a Account Director on a permanent basis to oversee and actively manage a portfolio of customers. Responsible for maximising opportunity across your client base and through effective relationship management you will innovate, expand and continually improve your portfolio. Leveraging external and market intelligence on a global basis to facilitate strategic talent discussions leading to retention, customer closeness and implementing industry best practice across our solutions. Some of your day to day responsibilities will include: Service relationship development and management across key customer stakeholders and suppliers To provide exceptional insight and strategic direction aligning to your clients and our brand proposition Drives engagement and communication at all levels, adapting style to proactively build collaborative, strategic and productive business relationships with customers To fully understand the labour requirements of client market sectors, and provide thought-based leadership in consideration of trends / changes that occur To create and action a structured account strategy that demonstrates an understanding of the local markets within the client portfolio Develop relationships with strategic partners to enhance external network Lead the Programme Managers who oversee and manage the day to day program operations and solutions To maximise their portfolio’s financial performance against gross margin, operating profit and conversion Proactively builds and leads strong and collaborative relationships with Head of Strategic Programmes What we’re looking for We are looking for an inspirational, influential & highly competent leader who takes initiative, yet is adaptable in dynamic environments, with the ability to deliver tangible, measurable results through people management & strong client relationships. Persuasive with the ability to sell concepts and ideas by gaining commitment and willing acceptance. Enjoys challenging situations, with the freedom to act, and the authority to take /decisions within the company framework. You will need a strong recruitment background, ideally in staffing specialist and managed service, leading a team of successful managers. You need to be flexible to travel, highly organised, with excellent people skills and have a good level of MS Office experience. Why should you join TeamGuidant You’ll be joining a hugely welcoming and supportive team. We encourage our people to work in ways that truly suit them to enable them to be happy both inside and outside of work with agile working arrangements to suit you as an individual. You can advance your career working with big-name clients, collaborating with senior stakeholders, with clearly defined career paths and access to fully funded qualifications We are a ERS Silver Standard employer and a Disability Confident Leader. We are a Glassdoor open company with excellent feedback and great ratings We offer an enhanced maternity and paternity package. Everyone at Guidant Global gets a flexible benefits package – including a buy/sell holiday scheme and a paid birthday day off. A better way – Be the change Our ambition is to change the quick-fix, profit first, impersonal approach that prevails in the recruitment industry, because we know there is a better way. We stand for a collaborative, people-centric approach that builds true partnerships based on trust. Our people take bold action; supporting and challenging each other to be a positive and powerful influence in the world of work. Join TeamGuidant – Be the change.