Resident Services Assocaite-Fixed term

  • Deverell Smith Ltd
  • Jan 27, 2026
Contractor Real Estate

Job Description

Support the Resident Manager in ensuring smooth building operations and optimal customer experience from move-in to move-out, including managing resident issue resolution and enhancing resident experience through front-of-house interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service

  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of apartment and communal area systems
  • Assist with organising resident social events and activities
  • Coordinate with third-party suppliers and internal departments to handle resident requests
  • Work with Defects Resolution Team to validate work orders and arrange contractor access
  • Deliver excellent customer service and respond to feedback

Commercial

  • Promote ancillary revenue opportunities (storage, lounge hires, etc.)
  • Build customer relationships to aid renewals and generate referrals
  • Implement cost and time efficiencies to meet P&L targets

Operational

  • Process cases within agreed SLA timelines
  • Conduct daily development inspections and support health & safety compliance
  • Coordinate move-ins and move-outs with relevant functions
  • Manage contractor access and maintain apartment lease readiness
  • Complete all customer journey documentation
  • Support development asset maintenance and administration

Health & Safety

  • Ensure H&S compliance and report as required
  • Complete statutory checks as directed

Requirements:

  • ARLA/AIRPM qualifications desirable
  • IT literate with CRM and Excel experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Customer-facing experience essential (hotel, retail, student accommodation, or residential sectors preferred)
  • 37.5 hours per week, working five days between Monday-Sunday, with varying shifts between 8am-8pm