Job Description

Operations Manager

Reports to:

Divisional Director (Operations)

Location:

Various, travel required across Leeds, Sheffield and Surrounding

Lead with purpose. Deliver excellence. Make a difference every day.

At McCarthy Stone, we're passionate about enriching lives -- creating vibrant, safe, and supportive communities where our homeowners can live independently, confidently, and happily. Our Operations Managers are at the heart of that mission, leading our developments and teams to deliver outstanding service, compliance, and care.


We're now looking for an experienced and inspirational

Operations Manager

to join our team. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving operational performance, customer satisfaction, and service quality across our

Retirement Living (RL)

and

Retirement Living Plus (RLP)

developments.

The Opportunity

As an Operations Manager, you'll be accountable to the Divisional Director for ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality service delivery across your region. You'll lead and inspire teams to provide exceptional experiences for our homeowners -- ensuring every development is a thriving, well-managed, and supportive community.


You'll combine operational oversight with strategic delivery, using data, insight, and collaboration to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and business objectives. From supporting frontline managers to championing continuous improvement, you'll play a critical role in maintaining McCarthy Stone's reputation as the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the frontline team across multiple developments, driving performance and aligning delivery with McCarthy Stone's purpose and strategic objectives. Foster a customer-centric culture that consistently achieves and exceeds KPIs across service delivery, compliance, and satisfaction. Ensure high standards of property management, safety, and homeowner experience through strong operational oversight and partnership working. Collaborate closely with Care Quality and Operational Excellence teams to ensure consistent quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Support Registered Estate Managers to maintain at least a

"Good" CQC rating

(or equivalent regulatory standards in Scotland and Wales) across all developments. Recruit, develop, and motivate Estate and House Managers, building engaged, high-performing teams through coaching, recognition, and accountability. Deliver "brilliant basics" -- ensuring compliant service delivery on which to build improvement and growth. Oversee KPI performance in areas including

NPS, budget, occupancy, compliance, staff turnover, and CQC outcomes

, ensuring regular reporting and proactive follow-up. Take lead responsibility for quality assurance and audits across your developments, ensuring timely completion and action planning. Work in partnership with internal teams to resolve homeowner issues, reduce complaints, and deliver a consistent and positive customer experience. Participate in a shared on-call rota with other Operations Managers, providing out-of-hours support (with additional pay).

About You

You're an experienced and forward-thinking operational leader with a passion for people, quality, and customer service. You'll bring:

Proven management experience in a

customer and people-centric organisation

, ideally across multiple sites or services. Strong operational expertise within

retirement living, housing, hospitality, property management, or care

sectors. Ability to lead, inspire, and develop teams working both on-site and remotely. A proven track record of achieving business goals and improving service standards. Excellent understanding of

Health & Safety

, compliance, and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to drive a proactive safety culture. Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing significant budgets. Exceptional communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations confidently. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital management systems. Commitment to

safeguarding

and promoting the welfare of older adults and vulnerable people.

Qualifications

RQF Level 5 or equivalent in Management, or a related discipline such as

hospitality, property management, housing, leisure, or health and social care

(desirable). Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Why Join Us?

At McCarthy Stone, you'll be part of an organisation that truly values leadership, innovation, and compassion. We're proud to be an award-winning employer with a strong purpose -- creating places where people love to live and work.


You'll enjoy:

A collaborative, values-driven culture with a clear mission and vision. The opportunity to shape service delivery across a diverse portfolio of developments. Professional growth and development through tailored leadership pathways. Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus potential, and an excellent benefits package.

Ready to lead with purpose?

If you're a strategic, people-focused leader who thrives on driving operational excellence and delivering exceptional customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us build vibrant communities where every homeowner can live life to the fullest.

As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of November 2021, McCarthy Stone operates 475 developments across the UK for more than 20,000 people.


We believe in championing the role, wellbeing and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain.


We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2022 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list!