_{30th July, 2025}

• Permanent full-time position
• Based at UniLodge Lorne Street, Auckland 
• Great team and work culture  

We are seeking a General Manager to join the inaugural team to launch our new Lorne Street property in Auckland. You will be responsible for our 758 rooms student accommodation building, extensive common areas, including a largest gymnasium located near AUT campus and University of Auckland campus in the central City of Auckland.  

This exciting full-time opportunity will commence in August 2025 in preparation for a Semester 1 2026 cohort. 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE 
 
We require a full time General Manager to help oversee the leasing of apartments and the day to day running of our property at UniLodge on Lorne Street, Auckland.  
 
This is a hands-on role, overseeing the management of the Lorne Street UniLodge property. Your key responsibilities will include managing the overall financial management and performance as outlined in the financial model/budget, formulating strategy around leasing and business development, overseeing property, performance goals, stakeholder management and managing people. In addition to this you will lead your team to create a unique experience for our residents through the development and implementation of the Residential Life Programs so that our residents have a feeling of being part of a great community.  
 
ABOUT YOU 
 
This position requires an individual with true commercial acumen. You will be experienced leasing and compliance in senior operations management and leadership or similar. You will be a strong leader who is focused on creating high performing teams to deliver strong property performance in all areas  and has a vision and passion for delivering outstanding experiences for our residence.  
 
WHY UNILODGE  
 
UniLodge specialise in student accommodation and have been an industry market leader since 1996. The UniLodge Group manages a diverse portfolio of close to 130 properties and hotels with a footprint in every city in mainland Australian and New Zealand; and we employ a team of over 1200 staff across our business. We optimise tenancy for owners and create thriving communities.  
 
Across our workforce we have built an enviable culture of trust, engagement, collaboration, and fun. Our residents come from diverse backgrounds, and we want our teams to reflect this. Our people are the heart of our business, and their contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in the wellbeing and professional development of our team, offering access to ongoing training and professional development, career progression, development reviews, and employee assistance program (EAP) services. We acknowledge that everyone leads unique lives, and therefore offer various leave options including study leave, parental leave entitlements, etc.  
 
APPLY NOW  
 
If you’re interested in working with us, please submit your application as soon as possible - outlining all the amazing qualities and skills you can bring to our team.  
 
UniLodge reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date.  
 
***All final applicants for this position will be required to provide evidence of a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 

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