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Job reference
REQ00487
Date posted
15/03/2019
Application closing date
31/03/2019
Location
Canterbury
Salary
£39,609 - £48,677
Contractual hours
Blank
Basis
Blank
Job category/type
Managerial
Attachments
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Senior Accommodation & Conferences Manager
Job description
Permanent
Full-time
Background
The Estates and Facilities Department is modernising and continuously improving. We are looking to recruit an Accommodation Manager for the delivery of all aspects of student experience in University accommodation. We are looking for a motivated customer-focused manager to join our team delivering an excellent student
accommodation experience.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated person to join us, who will innovate and make a difference. You will lead and manage the operational management for accommodation services for residential students.
You will
*
Maximise occupancy of all bedrooms, including during holiday periods
*
Effectively manage budgets, and seek to grow the business and maximise conferencing revenue
*
Deliver and evaluate customer satisfaction and ensure we meet the UUK Code of Practice
*
Ensure students with housing difficulties are assisted appropriately, and manage tenancies and issues that may arrive
*
Liaise with corporate head landlords to ensure lease compliance on both sides
The Person
You will have experience in university accommodation, PBSA or social housing sector, with the ability to interpret housing legislation and best practice. You will have managed budgets well with commercial acumen.
You will have experience of successfully leading, managing and motivating teams. You will be highly organised and resilient with a proactive, calm approach.
Additional Information
In addition to your CV and Covering Letter you must submit a personal statement in which you evidence how you meet the essential criteria from the Person Specification (max of 2 sides of A4).
Canterbury Christ Church University is located in the world famous Cathedral city amongst stunning history and heritage. Canterbury is a thriving international destination, with many students and staff choosing to study and work here, making this historic, cosmopolitan city vibrant and culturally diverse.
Our staff enjoy a great working environment with a number of benefits ranging from the occupational local government pension scheme (www.kentpensionfund.co.uk), to the use of the University's facilities including the library and fitness centre. We are strongly committed to equality and recognise the value of a diverse workforce.
We offer generous holiday entitlements starting at 25 days, plus eight bank and public holidays, as well as discretionary days over the Christmas period.
How to apply
Start date for applications: 15 March 2019
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2019
Interviews are to be held:
11 April 2019
If you require further information regarding the post, please contact ursula.harris@canterbury.ac.uk quoting reference number REQ00487.
If you require further information regarding the application process please contact the Recruitment Team at hr.recruitment@canterbury.ac.uk quoting reference number REQ00487.
Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.
Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University's redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.
To view the job description for this role please click
here
.
Job title
Senior Accommodation & Conferences Manager
Job reference
REQ00487
Date posted
15/03/2019
Application closing date
31/03/2019
Location
Canterbury
Salary
£39,609 - £48,677
Contractual hours
Blank
Basis
Blank
Job category/type
Managerial
Attachments
Blank
Job description
Permanent
Full-time
Background
The Estates and Facilities Department is modernising and continuously improving. We are looking to recruit an Accommodation Manager for the delivery of all aspects of student experience in University accommodation. We are looking for a motivated customer-focused manager to join our team delivering an excellent student
accommodation experience.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated person to join us, who will innovate and make a difference. You will lead and manage the operational management for accommodation services for residential students.
You will
*
Maximise occupancy of all bedrooms, including during holiday periods
*
Effectively manage budgets, and seek to grow the business and maximise conferencing revenue
*
Deliver and evaluate customer satisfaction and ensure we meet the UUK Code of Practice
*
Ensure students with housing difficulties are assisted appropriately, and manage tenancies and issues that may arrive
*
Liaise with corporate head landlords to ensure lease compliance on both sides
The Person
You will have experience in university accommodation, PBSA or social housing sector, with the ability to interpret housing legislation and best practice. You will have managed budgets well with commercial acumen.
You will have experience of successfully leading, managing and motivating teams. You will be highly organised and resilient with a proactive, calm approach.
Additional Information
In addition to your CV and Covering Letter you must submit a personal statement in which you evidence how you meet the essential criteria from the Person Specification (max of 2 sides of A4).
Canterbury Christ Church University is located in the world famous Cathedral city amongst stunning history and heritage. Canterbury is a thriving international destination, with many students and staff choosing to study and work here, making this historic, cosmopolitan city vibrant and culturally diverse.
Our staff enjoy a great working environment with a number of benefits ranging from the occupational local government pension scheme (www.kentpensionfund.co.uk), to the use of the University's facilities including the library and fitness centre. We are strongly committed to equality and recognise the value of a diverse workforce.
We offer generous holiday entitlements starting at 25 days, plus eight bank and public holidays, as well as discretionary days over the Christmas period.
How to apply
Start date for applications: 15 March 2019
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2019
Interviews are to be held:
11 April 2019
If you require further information regarding the post, please contact ursula.harris@canterbury.ac.uk quoting reference number REQ00487.
If you require further information regarding the application process please contact the Recruitment Team at hr.recruitment@canterbury.ac.uk quoting reference number REQ00487.
Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.
Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University's redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.
To view the job description for this role please click
here
.