General Manager

Fresh; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading student accommodation provider in Greater London is seeking a passionate General Manager to oversee operations at their Quebec House development. This role involves leading an on-site team, managing the building effectively, and ensuring a positive living environment for residents. Candidates should have proven leadership skills, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and focus on operational efficiency. The position offers significant benefits, including generous holiday entitlement and a dedicated training team.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health cash plan

Access to exclusive shopping discounts

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing operations of a residential establishment.
• Ability to manage pressure and ensure high-quality results.
• Excellent leadership skills to foster a supportive living environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective management of the student accommodation.
• Manage budgets and liaise with stakeholders.
• Create a positive living experience for residents.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Problem-solving

Operational efficiency

Team collaboration

Job description

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

Quebec House is a 130 bed student accommodation building located minutes from Central London.

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.

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.

Think you hold these qualities and skills? Apply today!

Benefits of working at Fresh

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!