Resident Services Associate

Company: Downing
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Resident Services Associate to join our front of house team in our 203‑bed luxury student accommodation in the City Centre of Exeter.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing front of office support to residents and visitors to the building, maintaining excellent customer service at all times.
  • Updating the company in‑house booking and customer relationship management system.
  • Supporting customer show rounds to ensure maximum occupancy of the residence.
  • Ensuring the building is managed and maintained in line with company policies and procedures to make sure the residents receive a high‑quality service.
  • Responding positively and quickly to customer enquiries and complaints and taking appropriate action in line with company procedures.
  • Creating a friendly and safe environment for students to feel comfortable speaking with the team about concerns they might have about their accommodation or wellbeing.
  • Always interacting with students professionally, showing empathy towards any issues they may find and understanding that this is their home.
  • Engaging with the students to capture feedback and insight to improve services to their needs.
  • Creating monthly fun and diverse events for students to participate in and supporting the coordination of any open days.
  • Maintaining the sites review scores across all platforms above 4 stars.
  • Having regard for Student Welfare and, if necessary, liaising with the appropriate welfare professionals.
  • Complying with Health and Safety requirements.
  • Managing the incoming post and deliveries and ensuring it is distributed efficiently.

Key Requirements

  • Previous experience within a highly customer‑focused role.
  • Experience within accommodation, hotels/hospitality or retail would be preferred.
  • Outstanding customer service skills with strong verbal and written communication.
  • The ability to think on your feet.
  • A confident, polite and professional persona.
  • Good working knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office and Social Media platforms.
  • Smartly presented.

Hours of Work

  • 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm or 9am – 6pm.
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays on a rota basis with a day in lieu the following week.
  • There will also be a requirement to work overtime on weekends during the busy student turnaround period and checking in weekends.
  • Paid overtime.
  • Life Assurance cover.
  • Employee Assistance Scheme.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Customer Service and Administrative

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Posted: June 4th, 2026