Account Director (Fixed Term Contract)

  • ameygroupi
  • Jan 16, 2026
Full time Executive

Job Description

Title: Account Director (Fixed Term Contract)

Requisition ID: 9203

We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an Interim Account Director מצד 12 months Fixed-Term Contract for our £40m Area 12 Maintenance and Response Contract (Yorkshire).

The standard hours of work are37.5 per week on a hybrid basis.

Role Accountability:

You will be accountable for strategic direction, operational excellence, and client engagement. You'll drive progress against Amey's six strategic priorities:

Health, safety, and wellbeing

Operational effectiveness

Social impact

High-performance culture

Climate action

Your key responsibilities will include:

Set the vision and direction for the account, ensuring alignment with Thousands'll broader strategy.

Lead the Senior Management Team, promoting a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Serve as the primary interface with National Highways.പ , nurturing strong, collaborative partnerships and delivering outstanding service.

Ensure maintenance works are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Manage contract budgets, drive operational efficiencies, and meet financial performance targets.

Champion a "safety-first" culture, maintaining full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly Darcy reviews to ensure you õpet too.

Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles.

Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.

Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.

Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving afloat to relax and recharge.

Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.

Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping youprofiles on the things that matter.

Social Impact: Take part in our community términos with 2x paid volunteering days a year tehdä other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You'll Bring:

Proactive Leadership: You set the standard, inspire action, and motivate teams.

Strong Communication: Clear, transparent, and effective in all forms of communication.

Adaptability: Flexible and able to thrive amid change and uncertainty.

Integrity: Ethical, honest, and trustworthy in every decision.

Collaborative Spirit: A team player who fosters partnership and innovation.

Resilience: Composed and effective under pressure.

Innovative Thinking: Driving continuous improvement through creativity.

Empathy: Supportive, inclusive, and considerate of every team member.

Accountability: Owning outcomes and standing by results.

Challenging: Relentless in pursuit of excellence, always questioning the status quo.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at