General Manager

Fresh Property Group Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training team

25 days holiday

Learning & Development

Health cash plan

Wellbeing platform

Cycle to work

Shopping discounts

Life insurance

Job summary

Fresh are seeking a dynamic General Manager to oversee operations at our student accommodation development New Bridewell. You will lead a dedicated on-site team, manage budgets, liaise with stakeholders and ensure a high-quality living environment for residents.

This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm on a rota basis, with benefits including training support and wellbeing programs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading day-to-day operations of a residential establishment.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources and performance metrics.
• Proven track record in a fast-paced customer-centric environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall site operations and on-site team performance.
• Lead budgeting, financial controls and stakeholder communications.
• Create a supportive, safe living environment for residents and foster a positive atmosphere.
• Drive operational efficiency and ensure high-quality living experience across the building.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder liaison

Operational excellence

Problem solving

Job description

Fresh are seeking a dynamic and passionate General Manager to oversee operations at our student accommodation development New Bridewell.

We’re looking for a General Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values excellence and wants to make a meaningful impact on residents within the building they are managing.

In this role you will be responsible for leading a dedicated on-site team and working closely with them to create a supportive yet safe living environment for residents to reside. Your leadership will set the tone for the property, fostering collaboration and encouraging everyone to go above and beyond to make the resident feel welcome.

A key responsibility of the General Manager is to oversee the effective management of the building. This includes managing budgets, liaising with stakeholders, and proactively seeking solutions to ensure the site continues to deliver exceptional performance.

This role offers full time hours of 37.5 per week across Monday - Friday between 8am - 6pm on a rota basis.

About you:

We're looking for a motivated leader who thrives in a problem-solving environment and has proven experience taking full accountability for the day-to-day operations of a residential establishment. While this role can be demanding, you must be able to manage pressure effectively, ensuring both you and your team achieve the best possible results. Ultimately, this role is focused on delivering a high-quality living experience for residents, while driving operational efficiency and fostering a positive, engaging atmosphere.

Benefits of working atFresh?

We offer:

• A dedicated Training team to assist you with development of your on-job training.
• A generous holiday entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays to recharge and enjoy life beyond work.
• An in-house Learning & Development team to support you with personal and professional development including vocational qualifications.
• Health cash plan to contribute to everyday healthcare expenses.
• Access to ‘Your Wellbeing’ programme & OpenUp – a confidential wellbeing platform.
• Stay active and take advantage of our cycle to work scheme.
• Access to exclusive shopping discounts to help your money go further!
• Life Insurance for peace of mind.

About Fresh:

Fresh are a multi award-winning student accommodation provider with over 20,000 beds in our portfolio across the UK & Ireland. We’re looking for someone to support their residents and the wider operational team.

We create great places to live, built on the simple principle that the people around you can make a huge difference to your way of life. If you’re a people person who loves working collaboratively and is great at making things happen, then you’ll fit right in!

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