Residence Manager (8 month FTC)

The University of London is both the UK’s largest provider of international distance and online learning and the convenor of a federation of 17 renowned higher education institutions. The federation brings together more than 250,000 learners and 50,000 staff in a collaborative community that is delivering high-quality research and education across all disciplines. Since 1858, we have expanded access to world-class higher education. Today, around 40,000 students in more than 190 countries are part of our global learning community. The University of London is also home to the School of Advanced Study, the national centre for the humanities, whose mission is to advocate for the discipline. By working together, we expand access to outstanding higher education and resources and extend their benefits to learners and researchers across the UK and around the world.

The Residence Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of one or more University Halls of Residence. This includes ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, University procedures, and codes of practice, while overseeing service delivery, budget management, and staff leadership. The role plays a key part in enhancing the student residential experience through a high standard of customer service, operational efficiency, and collaborative team management.

You will manage operational duties including health and safety, budget oversight, and facilities management, and work in close collaboration with the Hall Warden, Resident Advisors, and other Residence Managers and the residential services. The role includes participation in an on-call duty rota and may require occasional evening, weekend, or overnight work.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your application and CV before the closing date at midnight on 8th of February 2026. The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment. The University reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting. The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria named in the job description.