Job Introduction
We are looking for an outstanding Front of House Account Manager to lead with poise, discretion, and a commitment to excellence. This role is centred on delivering a seamless, high-touch service experience, where polished presentation and thoughtful attention to detail set the standard. As the primary representative of our client’s brand, you will shape a welcoming environment that feels effortless, refined, and consistently exceptional.
You will manage a team of 14 ambassadors across two city-based buildings, overseeing Ground Floor Reception, Meetings and Events, and Switchboard operations for a prestigious financial services client in the City of London. United by a shared vision, the team strives to anticipate requirements, enhance every point of contact, and go beyond expectations at every opportunity.
Type of Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday; shift rota basis between 7 AM – 7 PM with some flexibility as per business needs)
What will you get?
- Financial Freedom: Enjoy exclusive travel and grocery discounts, plus life assurance and cash rewards! PLUS free lunch for all Rapport Ambassadors on site!
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from a contributory pension scheme for a stable financial tomorrow.
- Health Matters: Access wellness programs, an Employee Assistance Program, and digital GP services for holistic support.
- Thrive Personally & Professionally: Unlock endless learning and development opportunities to elevate your career!
- Celebrate Excellence: Shine a spotlight on outstanding peers with WOW Awards for their exceptional contributions.
- Give Back to Community: Take one paid day off annually to support a cause you’re passionate about!
Main Responsibilities
- Inspire, engage and guide the team towards the achievement of service excellence, ensuring exceptional operational standards in all areas.
- Provide a high profile, visual presence throughout the buildings and Front of house areas in order to forge strong relationships and gain an excellent reputation.
- Proactively suggest innovation and new ways of working across all offices in line with client expectation ready for implementation.
- Oversee delivery of all on-site meetings and events and full ownership of the client meeting rooms.
- Demonstrate strong data analysis skills, preparing and delivering insightful monthly and quarterly reports to track performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Analyse and manage all unit costs effectively and ensure full purchasing compliance.
The ideal candidate will
- Share our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall, Stronger Together.
- The nature and culture of the organisation require this individual to be passionate about outstanding customer service, collaborative teamwork and an excellence performance.
- Strong managerial and leadership experience.
- Proficient in business administration.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills on all levels.
- Strong time management skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
About us
Rapport Guest Services is a multi-award-winning company, delivering front- and back-of-house guest services for leading organisations across the UK, Ireland, and globally. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we combine people-first culture with exceptional service standards.
We are proud of our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, offering meaningful roles for individuals with additional needs.
Find out more about us and our values at www.rapportservice.com.
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