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Account Manager - Cleaning Services
Posted:Tuesday 14 April 2026 Reference:
Account Manager – Cleaning Services
Location: South Manchester (applicants only from this location) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week (flexibility required, including occasional weekend work) Salary:£30k rising to £32 on passing probation Hours: 40 hours a week
Activus Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well‑established, reputable, and growing cleaning services provider to recruit an experienced Account Manager.
The business has a strong track record of delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused cleaning solutions and continues to expand across the region. This role has been created to support ongoing growth and ensure the consistent delivery of a first‑class cleaning service to clients.
The Role The Account Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of cleaning contracts across the South Manchester area.
This is a hands-on, operational role requiring regular site visits, strong staff engagement, and full oversight of service delivery. You will build long‑term client relationships, support on‑site teams, and ensure services meet agreed standards, compliance requirements, and customer expectations.
The role requires flexibility around business needs, with a 40-hour working week and occasional weekend working. Cleaning duties may be required as part of site support, operational cover, or business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of cleaning contracts within the designated area
Ensure a consistently high standard of cleaning service delivery
Carry out regular site visits to monitor quality and performance
Provide hands-on staff support and operational oversight
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients
Lead, supervise, and support local cleaning teams
Ensure compliance with health & safety, company procedures, and contractual requirements
Support operational needs, including cleaning duties when required
Act as a key point of contact for clients and resolve issues professionally
About You
Experience in a similar Account Manager role or within the cleaning industry is highly desirable
Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
Confident managing people, sites, and client relationships
Proactive, organised, and hands-on in approach
Comfortable working independently across multiple locations
Willing to support with cleaning duties when required
Full training will be provided, although previous experience in a similar role or within the cleaning industry would be beneficial
What’s On Offer
Company car and phone provided
Opportunity to join a stable and growing business
Supportive management and long-term career potential
How to Apply Apply today through Activus Recruitment to learn more about this opportunity and take the next step in your career.
Contact - Judy - 07534 773 798 - judy@activusrecruitment.com (or) Yvonne - 07931 012 990 - yvonne@activusrecruitment.com