This isn't a role that can be defined by a simple list of daily tasks. As a Client Services Manager, you'll balance client relationships, commercial performance, operational delivery and people leadership. Success in this role truly comes from being adaptable, organised, commercially aware, willing to learn, and genuinely invested in helping both clients and colleagues succeed.
About the role:
Salary: From £35,000 DOE
Location: Hybrid - ideally able to come to our Bristol Head Office twice a week but we can be flexible for an outstanding candidate.
How you'll deliver excellence:
* Building strong, long-term relationships with clients, retailers, suppliers and delivery partners.
* Develop a reliable network of third-party contractors and eXPD8 trained colleagues with national coverage.
* Act as the key link between Client Services and the external team, supporting activations across multiple accounts.
* Managing budgets, KPIs, SLAs and identifying opportunities for account growth.
* Using data and reporting to identify trends, risks and opportunities, and turning insights into meaningful recommendations.
* Coaching, mentoring and developing Account Managers, Handlers and Admins.
* Understanding and supporting operational processes so you can provide guidance when challenges arise.
* Working collaboratively across the business to ensure clients receive outstanding service.
What makes you excellent:
We're less interested in someone who can simply manage a client portfolio and more interested in someone who can build confidence, develop people and help teams succeed.
You'll ideally bring:
* Flexibility - due to the nature of the activities involved, this role may include some weekend/unsociable hours during large project activities.
* Proven experience managing strategic B2B client relationships.
* Strong people leadership, especially in coaching and mentoring skills.
* The ability to balance commercial priorities with excellent client service.
* Confidence presenting reports and discussing performance data.
* A positive, solutions-focused mindset.
* Natural curiosity and a willingness to ask questions and learn.
* Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* The confidence to challenge, influence and make decisions when required.
Experience that would be beneficial:
* Field marketing, retail or FMCG experience.
* Experience working with 3rd party contractors, in any industry.
* Strong Excel skills. However, you don't need to be an Excel expert from day one, if you're willing to learn, we'll support your development.
* Data analysis and reporting experience.
About us:
eXPD8 were named one of the Financial Times Best Employers in 2025 & 2026, and with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers, you would be joining a team that is passionate about delivering excellence, valuing its people, and driving success for both clients and colleagues alike.
As part of your package we offer:
* Your eXPD8 birthday off each year
* Health cash plan (24-hour GP, counselling, dental, physiotherapy, and more)
* Life insurance
* Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid
* Access to eXPD8 Rewards where we offer regular competitions and incentive plans
* Unlimited refer a friend scheme
* Personal development and progression opportunities with access to over 400 learning resources
This is a challenging but rewarding role. There is a lot to learn, and every day can look different. If you enjoy leading people, solving problems, building lasting relationships and making a genuine impact on both your team and the wider business, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£35000.00 - £37000.00 per year