Role
Reporting to the Assistant Director (Accommodation), you will manage the Accommodation Services team and support all business processes in the delivery of accommodation, being engaged in the year cycle and future planning of accommodation strategy. The Accommodation Team is responsible for the student journey from first attending Open Days through to the application and allocation process for a portfolio of over 7,000 beds spaces.
You will work closely with other university teams to deliver a student focused service. These include Student Recruitment and Admissions, Student Life and Wellbeing, Finance, Estates, and within the Directorate of Facilities Management and Campus Services
As Head of Accommodation, you will also manage a range of partnerships and contracts with third-party owners and operators while ensuring a seamless experience for students.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications needed
1. Senior leadership experience of student or residential accommodation
2. Demonstrable knowledge of accommodation provision
3. Level 6 qualification. (Qualifications at this level include a degree. Please view the full list). We also welcome applicants with equivalent non-uk qualifications or equivalent professional experience.
4. Evidence of behaviours that uphold our values
5. Knowledge of legislation and statutory compliance of accommodation
6. Understanding of Contract Management and 3rd party engagement
7. Building and property management experience would be advantageous
Interview date: to be confirmed