General Manager, Flagship Student Housing (Pre-Open)

Leapworks Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Leapworks Limited is partnering with a leading real estate investor to appoint a General Manager for a flagship student accommodation property in Hong Kong. The role combines hospitality-led operations with real estate asset management, shaping a premium residential product from pre-opening through launch and stabilisation.

The position entails leading pre-opening planning, commercial performance, and on-site asset management to deliver target occupancy and strong investor reporting.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in student accommodation, hospitality, serviced apartments, co-living or residential operations.
• Track record of full P&L responsibility, ideally including pre-opening or property launch experience.
• Understanding of NOI, asset value, capital planning and investor reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-opening planning and readiness, including operating procedures, systems, vendor appointments and team mobilisation.
• Oversee strategy for leasing, pricing and revenue management to maximise occupancy and rental income.
• Own the property's full P&L, including annual budgets, forecasts and NOI targets.
• Act as on-site lead for asset strategy, reporting performance, risks and opportunities to senior management and investors.
• Shape a hospitality-led resident experience with a strong sense of community and wellbeing.

Skills

Senior management experience

Pre-opening / launch

P&L ownership

Leasing & revenue management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in hospitality, real estate, business or related field

Job description

Leapworks Limited is partnering with a leading real estate investor to appoint a General Manager for a flagship student accommodation property in Hong Kong. The role combines hospitality-led operations with real estate asset management, shaping a premium residential product from pre-opening through launch and stabilisation.

The position entails leading pre-opening planning, commercial performance, and on-site asset management to deliver target occupancy and strong investor reporting.