General Manager (PBSA)

My client is a leading PBSA provider, known for delivering high-quality, safe, and inclusive student accommodation across the UK. They are seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead one of their flagship sites in Manchester.

As General Manager, you will set the tone, culture, and standards of excellence, leading a passionate team, driving commercial success, and ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and at home.

This role offers the chance to shape the future of student living, create vibrant communities, build strong university relationships, and deliver initiatives that make a lasting impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, this is your opportunity to lead from the front!

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across multiple sites, fostering a culture of inclusivity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Deliver an exceptional student experience, prioritising wellbeing, safety, and community engagement.
• Drive commercial performance through strategic planning, budget management, and occupancy growth.
• Collaborate with central and regional teams to implement national strategies while tailoring local initiatives.
• Oversee capital planning, compliance, and project execution to maintain asset quality and operational standards.
• Build strong relationships with local universities, communities, and stakeholders.

Your Requirements:

• A people-centred leader with proven experience managing and inspiring teams.
• Experience overseeing multi-site PBSA, BTR, Residential or Hotel operations.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering financial and operational targets.
• Confident in managing performance, having challenging conversations, and driving a culture of excellence.
• Passionate about sustainability, diversity, and creating inclusive communities.

We are looking to attract talent from all areas of the property industry for this position. We endeavour to have a fair recruitment process. So apply in any way that suits you: text message, video message, CV - the more creative the better.