SOFT SERVICES OPERATIONS MANAGER
We are seeking a confident, ambassadorial, and engaging Soft Services Operations Manager to join the management team at one of London’s most iconic and prestigious mixed-use destinations. This landmark development combines high-end retail, a luxury hotel, restaurants, bars, residential apartments, and commercial office space—delivering a vibrant, 24/7 urban environment in the heart of the city.
Key Responsibilities…
- Lead and manage all soft service contracts, including cleaning, waste, pest control, front-of-house, concierge, and security.
- Drive performance to meet and exceed agreed KPIs and SLAs, ensuring exceptional service delivery at all times.
- Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, tenants, residents, and service partners.
- Monitor and audit service provider performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Take a proactive approach to problem-solving and incident management in this fast-paced, complex environment.
- Maintain exceptional standards of presentation and service throughout the estate, ensuring it reflects the prestige of the scheme.
- Support wider estate management functions and contribute to overall site excellence.
What We’re Looking For…
- Proven experience in soft services operations management, ideally within a premium mixed-use, hospitality, or commercial environment.
- Strong understanding of contractor management, including performance measurement and compliance.
- A personable, articulate, and diplomatic communicator who thrives in high-pressure, high-profile settings.
- Naturally ambassadorial, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- Comfortable working in a 24/7 environment, with the flexibility to respond to out-of-hours issues if required.
- Passionate about service excellence, presentation, and the customer experience.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to be part of one of London’s most high-profile schemes, where your leadership will directly impact the experience of thousands of people every day. If you’re ready to bring energy, confidence, and a solution-focused approach to a challenging but rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you
Salary: Upto £62,000 + Discretionary Bonus + More
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00-17:30 and duty management 1/7 weekends. 24/7 Operational Environment – Flexibility Required
Please send your CV to sally.ridgway@foundationrecruitment.com