Portfolio Manager – Student Accommodation Location: Exeter Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum performance-based bonus Full-time, permanent We are proud to be working on an exclusive basis with a growing and forward-thinking student accommodation provider to appoint a Portfolio Manager for their Exeter region. This is an excellent opportunity for a property professional who thrives in a fast-paced, service-led environment and wants to take real ownership of a portfolio that matters. Our client is on a mission to raise standards across the sector by delivering well-managed, high-quality homes for second and third-year students. They combine operational rigour with a strong customer focus and are committed to hiring people who take pride in doing things properly. About the Role You’ll be responsible for managing a regional portfolio of student homes, overseeing everything from lettings and move-ins to maintenance coordination, compliance, and tenant experience. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be expected to keep things running smoothly and spot opportunities to improve how the portfolio performs. Key Responsibilities Manage lettings cycles, move-ins, and property handovers Oversee maintenance coordination, refurbishments, and presentation standards Handle escalated issues such as arrears, complaints, and council tax queries Support and liaise with internal teams, site staff, and regional leadership Onboard new properties into the portfolio and ensure compliance is maintained Monitor KPIs and provide regular reporting to your Regional Manager Contribute to the successful delivery of summer operations, including large-scale move-ins Suggest and support improvements to internal systems and processes What We’re Looking For Experience managing student accommodation, BTR, HMO, or residential property portfolios Strong organisational and communication skills Able to manage multiple properties and tasks at once, particularly during peak seasons Detail-focused and confident using tech and property systems A proactive, calm, and solutions-oriented mindset Full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential Why Apply? This role offers more than day-to-day property management. It’s a chance to join a purpose-driven team in a business that’s growing fast and scaling with intention. The culture is professional but down-to-earth, with a focus on high standards, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll be supported to develop and given space to make a genuine impact, whether that’s through process improvements, operational leadership, or future progression into asset management. Exclusively represented: This opportunity is being managed exclusively by Vianney Dinnall-Sadler, Associate Director at Macdonald and Company. All applications and enquiries will be handled with confidentiality and care. To arrange an informal conversation, please get in touch directly.