General Manager

Fresh Student Living Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable student accommodation provider in Nottingham is seeking a dynamic General Manager to oversee operations at Radford Mill, a 483-bed facility. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for residents while effectively managing budgets and stakeholder relationships. This full-time role operates Monday to Friday and includes a variety of benefits such as generous holiday entitlement and health programs.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Life Insurance

Access to exclusive shopping discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing residential establishments.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to oversee budgets and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site team to ensure a safe and supportive living environment.
• Oversee daily operations and manage the building effectively.
• Foster collaboration among staff to enhance resident experience.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Operational management

Team collaboration

Job description

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

Radford Mill is a 483 bed student accommodation building that has an outdoor courtyard, games area and gym!

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.

This role offers full time hours between Monday and Friday between 9am and 5.30pm.

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!