Accommodation Manager

About the Assignment

Only candidates with previous Accommodation experience will be considered for this role.

• Full-time role, 12-week assignment: Manage and optimise accommodation and room allocations within a prestigious Oxford Department,
• Leadership & Coordination: Oversee accommodation policies, handle student and guest bookings, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Ideal Candidate: Experienced in accommodation or conference services, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a commitment to high standards.

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accommodation Manager for a centrally based Oxford University Department. The position is set to commence as soon as possible and will be full-time for an initial duration of 12 weeks.

Role Details & Responsibilities

As a Temporary Accommodation Manager, you'll be responsible for:

• Overseeing all activities, policies, systems, and records related to the College's accommodation stock.
• Managing room allocations, including student rooms, commercial guests, and issuing licences to occupy while optimising occupancy and revenue.
• Ensuring compliance with accommodation codes and relevant regulations.
• Line managing the Accommodation Assistant and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Addressing and resolving any accommodation issues or complaints, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and conducting risk assessments.
• Completing other reasonable duties as required.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Proven experience in accommodation or conference services within a university college, hotel, or similar environment.
• Skills: Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. High-level competence with IT systems, especially room management software like Kinetics KX.
• Customer Focus: Excellent administrative skills with a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.

Please be aware that all candidates need to be able to start work immediately and must be able to work on site if required to do so.

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