The vibe…
At Soho House culture is everything and we believe that our Houses and Studios are only as good as the people who work within them. Whether it’s a private members’ club, hotel, restaurant, spa or gym each of our sites has its own style and atmosphere. We aim to make sure that all our guests and members have a great time and we firmly believe it’s our people who make that happen
The Role…
As Membership Manager at Soho House Barcelona you will be responsible for directly building and defining the local membership community to ensure the membership culture, experience and sales are maximised. You will manage your time to handle recruitment and acquiring, communications, retention and member inquiries and on the floor face time with members and their guests. You will be a direct link between our members and operations, acting as a voice for our members.
An integral aspect of the role is developing relationships and understanding the member community, their mindset and needs, consistently being present and available on the floor.
As Membership Manager, you will report into the Head of Member and Communications for the House or region, ensuring membership targets are achieved and that the overall experience within the House is consistently high quality, friendly and memorable. You will work cohesively with your peers in events and content to deliver the best possible experience for all who enter our Houses or locations.
Main Duties…
- Foster events and experiences that maintain the Soho House magic and promotes member engagement for Soho House Barcelona, Little Beach House Barcelona or the Port Vell Studio
- Act as the face of the House to members and be available to respond positively to all inquiries and needs of our guests and ensure timely resolutions to any issues they may have
- Evaluation of membership applications; competent on Salesforce platform where applications are held
- Schedule and host member introductions and visits at the House, whether potential members or relevant personalities of the city
- Facilitate access to the club for visiting high profile members and personalities (as well as a limited number of guests), ensuring they receive good service and enjoy their time as our guests
- Support Head of Membership & Communications with the hosting of committee meetings on a quarterly basis
- Introduce members to the key people and line staff within the House
- Connect with local agents, brands or organisations within the city regarding events or any special action related with creativity
- Connect with key members or highlighted people of the city to add value to the Houses and gather community and opportunities
- Follow up on creative initiatives of interest to bring them to the House
- Connect and network with the local creative community to build awareness about the House and support the recruitment of new members
- Recommend special actions to Member Events Manager and gatherings related with creativity such us art exhibitions, live music or dj sets, talks, dinners, gastronomic pop-ups, etc.
- Monitor atmosphere and ambience; ensure that the service and attention our members and guest receive starts at reception and is consistently of top quality throughout their visit
- Host coffee chats, dinners and events for and with members to ensure consistent connection with the membership
- Partner with all internal stakeholders by communicating and engaging all areas of the operation to support the member experience, including the marketing, food and beverage, finance, people and development and IT teams
- Address membership enquiries quickly and efficiently and arrange follow up meetings when necessary
- Collaborate with the head of member and communications to support member retention YOY, reducing attrition and increasing renewal ratios as agreed to budget
- Gather feedback about the club (levels of service, facilities and member perceptions) as well as participate in delivering solutions that can manage expectations and support a better experience
- Liaise when necessary to resolve any issues with cards, payments or applicant paperwork
- Work on curated content for our comms, whether the SH.APP or any other channel
Requirements..
- 2+ years of Management experience.
- A long-term city resident with extensive knowledge of the local area.
- Flexible schedule including weekends.
- Strong organizational and management abilities
- Daily use of the Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and other systems
- Adaptable in various situations
- Professional manner and attitude
- Friendly and approachable
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals. Able to set priorities, plan, organize, delegate, and control.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
- Passionate about the Soho House upholding its standards and core ethos.
Why work with us...
Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.
The Soho Perks…
- Career Development: Soho House can progress your career internationally.
- Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
- Cowshed Retail Discounts
- Team Member Screenings
- Soho House & Co. Friends Membership
- Cowshed & House Tonic training programs: Celebrating our passion for wellness, food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all.