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Head of Accommodation Services


Company : Higher Capital Executive


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-07-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Direct message the job poster from Higher Capital ExecutiveThe most experienced and trusted talent partner within the Operational Living Sector in the UK and Europe.Higher Capital Executive is working in partnership with UPP as its retained search partner to lead the appointment of a strategic and experienced Head of Accommodation Services.UPP is the UK’s leading provider of on-campus student accommodation and is on a mission to redefine the student living experience. They partner with universities to deliver vibrant, high-performing accommodation environments across their 35,000-bedroom portfolioAs part of their evolution, we are now searching for a dynamic and commercially driven Head of Accommodation Services this is a key leadership hire responsible for driving occupancy, revenue, and student satisfaction across their directly managed and third-party properties.The RoleReporting to the newly appointed Sales Director and leading a national team/portfolio, you will be the strategic force behind direct sales, marketing, and resident engagement operations. This role is about more than just filling rooms — it’s about shaping the full student journey, from first enquiry to move-out.You will lead the development and execution of sales and marketing strategies, optimise CRM and booking systems, and ensure front-line teams deliver an experience that is both student-focused and commercially successful. You will also spearhead resident engagement programmes portfolio wide — translating feedback and insight into action.What You Bring?A proven operator with strong experience in accommodation, hospitality, or lettings — someone who knows how to lead distributed operational teams, inspire a performance culture, and deliver results. You will thrive in dynamic, people-driven environments with an ability to translate data and insight into smart strategies.Ideally, you have worked in student accommodation or a related higher education context, and ready to bring your energy, innovation, and leadership to a fast-growing, nationally significant role.Ready to Lead?This is your chance to shape tomorrow’s student experience.For a confidential discussion, or to request a full candidate brief and salary insight, please contact:Kevin Redman07518666319Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Higher Capital Executive by 2xGet notified about new Head of Service Management jobs in London Area, United Kingdom.Global Director of Hospitality and OperationsLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoGlobal Head of Operations (Service Delivery)Head of Sales Operations & Customer ServiceDeputy Director Customer Service DeliveryHead of Sales Operations & Customer ServiceDeputy Director of Customer Service DeliveryLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoGlobal Director of Hospitality and OperationsLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoDirector of Operations & Strategic InitiativesLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 10 hours agoCroydon, England, United Kingdom 3 days agoGreater London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoDirector of Operations & Strategic InitiativesLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 5 days agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 22 hours agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoDirector of Operations - International E-commerceOperations Transformation Director - Private EquityBand 9 Divisional Director of Operations - Royal Free HospitalLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoHackney, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoHead of Operations Transformation (Workspace; Facilities)London, England, United Kingdom 3 days agoGravesend, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 3 days agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoCity Of London, England, United Kingdom £80,000.00-£100,000.00 2 weeks agoLondon, England, United Kingdom 5 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr