General Manager
Dockside, Leith, Edinburgh
Start Date: March 2025
About Us:
Dockside is owned and managed by Goodstone Living (GsL), a UK-based residential investment management company founded in 2020. GsL specializes in acquiring, developing, managing, and operating high-quality rental properties in London and key regional cities on behalf of institutional capital partners. The senior management team has extensive experience in the UK residential sector, particularly in development and operations, with ownership shared by Macquarie Asset Management and Senior Management.
Native Communities, one of the UK’s fastest-growing BTR and large-scale mixed-use operators with over 4,000 units under management, has been appointed as Goodstone Living’s Operating Partner to oversee Dockside. Known for delivering outstanding customer service and maximizing rental growth, Native Communities is dedicated to operational excellence and is on an ambitious journey to continue its growth across the UK while building a reputation for delivering fantastic service to both investor clients and residents.
Summary of Position:
The General Manager role will lead and oversee the onsite lettings and property management team of a 373-unit build to rent (BTR) scheme in Leith, Edinburgh, which also contains 2 commercial units. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining the reputation and brand of the development within the local community, maximizing revenue growth, and managing costs within the limits of the budget. You will also be responsible for the Health and Safety of the scheme and lead the implementation of sustainability initiatives, all while achieving the highest possible approval ratings for customer experience, resident satisfaction, and team engagement.
You will have proven leadership skills and a track record of leading a highly motivated team with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Highly commercial and always seeking opportunities to drive revenue, you will have a keen focus on maximizing rental growth and operational efficiency. Your background in senior leadership within a similar industry has equipped you with a deep understanding of delivering outstanding customer service. Finally, you will have the energy and interpersonal skills needed to create a thriving community by building relationships and a keen eye for detail, always maintaining the asset to the highest quality.
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