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Here at Fresh we are are recruiting a dynamic, people-focused General Manager to lead operations at our 150 bed student accommodation development Stanley Studios in Portsmouth. As the senior leader on site, you’ll need to be a decisive, commercially minded manager able to lead from the front and drive results across performance management, sales, compliance and customer experience. As General Manager you will have full accountability for the commercial and operational performance of the building. You will lead all site operations with a strong focus on driving sales maximising occupancy and delivering against business KPIs. Through tight operational control, effective forecasting and robust performance management you will ensure the site operates efficiently while delivering strong financial results and an outstanding customer experience.
Job Responsibility:
Proactively drive and convert sales by working towards business‑wide KPIs, while motivating and supporting team members to achieve their targets
Control site budgets, forecasting and expenditure
Oversee all aspects of site operations, ensuring site operates safely, efficiently and remains fully compliant
Act as the primary representative of the Fresh brand, managing stakeholder and client relationships
Recruit, lead and develop the on-site team including performance management in line with company policies
Own the end-to-end resident journey from enquiry to check out
Drive forward service standards, resident satisfaction and continuous improvement
Maintain consistently high occupancy levels with strong rebooker rates
Deliver positive NPS results
Foster an engaged, high‑performing team
Ensure exceptional client feedback
Uphold full compliance with zero major audit issues
Create a thriving, vibrant resident community where people feel supported, connected, and proud to live
Requirements:
Proven leadership and people management experience
Strong commercial and financial acumen with a track record of delivering sales or revenue targets
Confidence in managing compliance, safety and operational risk
A genuine passion for people, service and community-building
The ability to make decisions under pressure and lead from the front
Experience taking full responsibility for a residential, hospitality or service led operation
What 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
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
Cycle to work scheme
Access to exclusive shopping discounts
Life Insurance
Be part of an award‑winning culture that celebrates excellence and innovation
Work in an environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and community connection
Join a business recognised for delivering market‑leading resident satisfaction
Benefit from clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation