Store Manager

The People Pod; Salford; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing property management company in Salford is seeking a General Manager for their premium residence. This role offers a dynamic work environment without late nights or weekend chaos. You will lead a vibrant team, ensure excellent resident experiences, and maintain smooth operations. Candidates should have 2–3+ years of management experience, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for customer service. Competitive salary up to £55,000 plus a 10% bonus, with a Monday to Friday schedule.

Benefits

10% Bonus

Excellent work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years’ management experience in a people-focused environment.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Confidence to manage operations like it's your own.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the onsite team for a premium residence.
• Ensure residents have an amazing move-in to move-out experience.
• Manage budgets, contractors, and service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Customer experience

Job description

General Manager - Premium Property

Salford | Up to £55,000 + 10% Bonus (after first year) | Monday-Friday | Excellent work-Life Balance

If you're a Retail, Hospitality, Hotel or Leisure Manager who loves running a vibrant operation but wants better hours, more autonomy and a role with actual balance keep reading

This is your chance to step out of the late nights, weekend chaos and constant firefighting - and step into a role where you lead a vibrant community, shape the culture of a building, and genuinely make an impact every day.

No two days the same. No micromanagement. No crazy rotas.

Just a brilliant job with real ownership.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Monday to Friday, 9 AM-5 PM (yes, really)
• Up to £55,000 + 10% bonus (after first year)
• Proper autonomy to run your building your way
• A fun, supportive team and sociable, community-focused environment
• A role that still has the buzz of hospitality / retail - but without the lifestyle sacrifice
• A company that's growing fast and loves promoting from within

What You'll Be Doing

As the General Manager of a premium residence in Salford, you'll be the heartbeat of the building - the go‑to person for your team, your residents and your community.

• Lead, coach and energise your onsite team
• Make sure residents have an amazing experience from move‑in to move‑out
• Keep the building running smoothly (operations, safety, compliance, maintenance)
• Manage budgets, contractors and service standards
• Build partnerships locally and help shape the community vibe
• Bring ideas, fun and energy - and turn the building into the place to live

Who We're Looking For

We’re looking for natural leaders who thrive in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment. You might have experience as a:

• Retail Store Manager
• Hotel Manager or Deputy
• Hospitality General Manager
• Leisure / Gym / Venue Manager

You’ll need:

• 2–3+ years’ management experience
• A ‘lead from the front’ style
• Great organization and problem‑solving skills
• A passion for delivering brilliant customer experience
• The confidence to run a building like it's your own

(Due to high application volumes, we may only contact shortlisted candidates.)