Residences Manager

The interviews are expected to be held from the 3rd August (likely 5th/6th August 2026).

Two full time roles - 100% FTE (35 hours per week)

This role will be based on the university campus.

Residential Services provides accommodation for around 8,500 University of Leeds students in self-catered and catered sites, both on and off campus. We also provide facilities for meetings and conferences.   We are an innovative service with a clear vision to provide some of the country’s best student accommodation.  

As a Residence Manager, you will be responsible for the effective operation of multiple residences across the University of Leeds portfolio. This includes maintaining high standards, delivering strong customer satisfaction, and ensuring a positive experience for students, visitors, and conference guests.

You will be a highly organised professional with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams to deliver consistent service performance.

With experience in a fast-paced residential, retail, or facilities environment, you will bring a strong track record in frontline service delivery, effective resource and budget management, and driving high standards of customer care.

The role will require an enhanced Disclosure Check

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year.
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Heidi Turner, Senior Residence Manager

Email: H.Turner2@leeds.ac.uk

Please see details of the University’s Pre-employment Health Assessment within the Candidate Brief.

Further Details:
Candidate Brief

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