General Manager

Pertemps Derby; Hucknall; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A student accommodation provider is seeking an experienced General Manager for a facility in Nottingham. This role involves full accountability for site operations, team management, and ensuring an excellent student experience. Candidates should possess leadership skills and prior management experience in customer-focused environments. The position starts as temporary with the possibility of transitioning to permanent with a salary increase. Hours are full-time, with a structured handover from the current manager.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a management role required.
• Experience leading a team in a hospitality or customer-focused environment is preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall running of the student accommodation site.
• Delegate tasks and lead the on-site team.
• Handle student enquiries and complaints professionally.
• Ensure safety and compliance standards are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Customer service

Job description

General Manager

Student Accommodation

Nottingham, Close to City Centre.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm

Contract: Temporary Ongoing, with potential for permanent appointment

Start Date: January 2026

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and confident General Manager to lead operations at a large student accommodation facility in Nottingham. This is a senior, site-based role with full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the building, team leadership, and delivering an excellent experience for our students and visitors.

This is an ongoing position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate, subject to internal recruitment processes. You will receive a structured handover of 3 to 4 weeks with the current General Manager will be provided to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

Whilst on a temporary basis this role would be paid an hourly rate of £15.00p/h, however if permanent position obtained this would move to a salaried position with increased numeration.

The Role

As the most senior member of staff on site, you will have full accountability for:

• The overall running of the site
• Delegating tasks and managing the on‑site team
• Handling student enquiries and complaints in a professional and effective manner
• Escalating issues to the relevant internal departments where required
• Liaising with contractors
• Carrying out reception desk duties, including greeting visitors and responding to emails and phone calls
• Maintaining high standards of service, safety, and compliance at all times

About You

• Has previous experience in a management role
• Has ideally led a small team within a residential, hospitality, student accommodation, or customer‑focused environment
• Is confident, organised, and calm under pressure
• Has excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Is professional, approachable, and customer‑focused

If you are an experienced manager looking for a hands‑on leadership role within a busy and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you, apply with your CV today.