Accommodation Manager

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Newcastle
Salary
Competitive
Posted
25 Apr 2022
Closes
23 May 2022
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Accommodation Manager

We are delighted to be recruiting for this fantastic opportunity to work for a luxury student accommodation provider at their brand new, 56 bed property in Newcastle.

This is a permanent role and you will be working 25 hours per week. The role is paying GBP30,000 full time equivalent which is GBP15.38 per hour.

You will be responsible for the following duties:

Ensure that all visitors and residents receive a warm, friendly and informative welcome

You will be the first point of contact and will be responsible for ensuring that all enquiries are responded to promptly and efficiently

Show new potential tenants around rooms with the aim to convert viewings into room bookings

Build strong working relationships with the Universities

Set the standards for providing an excellent service

Ensure that any maintenance issues are addressed and rectified in a timely manner

Work with the team to coordinate events and provide an excellent environment for the students to live in - a home from home.

Ensure that health and safety regulations are met

Undertake room inspections and report any issues

Use local knowledge to ensure that visitors and residents are aware of local amenities and attractions to maximise their stay

Ensure that budgets are met

Management of one Maintenance Operative providing guidance and mentoring where needed

Participate in client meetings and conference calls at scheduled times throughout the month

The skills & experience required:

A good understanding of the property sector would be an advantage

PBSA experience is ideal

Excellent customer service skills

Strong communicator with the ability to build rapport with customers and visitors

Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Client focused approach

Good IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Highly organised and proactive approach

The ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities