General Manager

FRESH PROPERTY GROUP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training team support

25 days holiday

Learning & Development team

Health cash plan

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to work

Exclusive shopping discounts

Life Insurance

Job summary

Fresh Property Group Limited is seeking a dynamic General Manager to oversee operations at The Refinery, a 407-bed student accommodation in Leeds. You will lead the on-site team, drive exceptional resident experiences, and manage budgets while partnering with stakeholders to ensure high performance and safety across the building.

Ideal candidates thrive under pressure, deliver a high-quality living experience, and foster a positive, engaging atmosphere for residents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading day-to-day operations of a residential establishment.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources and on-site teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of The Refinery student accommodation.
• Lead on-site team to create a safe, welcoming living environment for residents.
• Manage budgets, liaise with stakeholders, and seek proactive solutions to deliver performance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder liaison

Problem solving

Job description

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

The Refinery is a 407 bedstudent accommodation building.

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.

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 from day one 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!