Operational Living

Director of Operations

London

£100,000 – £120,000  

Per annum

Permanent

 
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Johan Keutcha

Senior Consultant | Operational Living

 
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Join a Game-Changing BTR Operator as a Director of Operations!

Step into a pivotal leadership role with one of the UK’s most design-led, community-driven BTR operators. With 2,500+ units currently under management and a strong development pipeline through to 2028, this is a business poised for significant growth—and they’re looking for a Director of Operations to lead that journey.

In this role, you’ll take full ownership of national operations—mobilising new schemes, improving performance across live assets, and driving a culture of service excellence. You’ll be at the heart of the business, influencing everything from leasing strategies and resident experience to team development and operational efficiencies.

This is more than just hitting occupancy and NOI targets—it’s about building a brand, shaping communities, and delivering a rental experience people genuinely love.

If you’re looking to make a real impact in the BTR space, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and leave your mark on the future of renting!

Your Responsibilities:

  • Leading a high-performing national operations team, building culture and consistency
  • Supporting the successful launch of new schemes across the UK
  • Enhancing the resident journey through innovative service design and use of technology
  • Driving key operational metrics—leasing, retention, compliance, and budget control
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams (marketing, asset management, development)
  • Reporting into the board and helping shape long-term operational strategy
  • Ensuring all sites meet the highest standards of safety, service, and brand alignment

Your Experience:

  • Proven senior leadership experience in BTR, PBSA, hospitality, or co-living
  • Demonstrated success in scaling operations and managing multisite portfolios
  • Strong people manager with the ability to inspire and lead diverse teams
  • Commercially astute with an eye for customer experience and operational detail
  • Comfortable in a fast-moving, high-growth environment with a hands-on mindset
  • Strong knowledge of compliance, mobilisation, and property lifecycle management

 

We are looking to attract talent from all areas of the property industry for this position. We endeavour to have a fair recruitment process. So apply in any way that suits you: text message, video message, CV - the more creative the better.

Senior Consultant | Operational Living

Johan Keutcha

Starting out his recruitment career in 2022, specialising in Project Management & Development. Johan made the move to Oyster in 2023, ambitious to progress and better himself. Johan quickly found his feet, building a quick rapport with his cheeky but charming nature.
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