Store Manager (8 Month contract)

Accommodation Manager - Premium Living (8-Month FTC - Maternity Cover)£38,000 Pro Rata (Approx. £25,300 for 8 Months) + 10% Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Immediate / Short Notice Candidates Preferred

Are you a high-performing Retail Store Manager or Area/Cluster Manager ready to step away from the high street and into a fresh, service-led environment?

This is a fantastic fixed-term opportunity (8 months) to bring your leadership, customer experience and operational expertise into a premium residential setting - delivering a five-star, hospitality-style experience without the pressures of retail trading hours.

You'll be joining a high-growth, design-led living brand, where standards, service and community are everything.

The Role

Think of this as running your own retail operation - just with a more balanced lifestyle and a different kind of customer.

You'll:

• Take full ownership of the day-to-day operation of the residence
• Lead, inspire and develop a front-of-house and operations team
• Deliver a five-star resident experience, setting the standard for service
• Drive presentation, standards and attention to detail across the building
• Oversee maintenance coordination and ensure the building always looks its best
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and operational standards
• Manage budgets, costs and overall performance
• Create a vibrant, engaging community through events and resident interaction
• Build strong relationships with local partners and universities

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Retail Store Manager, Senior Assistant Manager or Area Manager (non-food preferred)
• A genuine passion for customer experience and service excellence
• Strong operational mindset - used to running a busy, high-footfall environment
• A hands on leader who leads from the front and sets the tone
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commercial awareness with experience managing targets, budgets or KPIs
• Energetic, engaging and naturally people-focused

What's In It For You?

• Your birthday off
• The chance to gain experience in a fast-growing, premium sector

If you're looking for a short-term opportunity that still gives you ownership, impact and a great working environment - this is a brilliant move away from retail while keeping everything you enjoy about leading a team.