Aura Manager

Guest Experience; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Global careers

Hotel discounts

Health plan

Pension scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus

29 days vacation

E-learning access

Career growth

Perks at Work

Meals on duty

Job summary

ME London by Meliá is seeking an Aura Manager to bring the ME brand to life, shaping how guests feel from arrival to departure. You will curate emotionally engaging, culturally relevant experiences and lead a team in a luxury setting that blends culture, art and gastronomy.

The role offers a competitive package with a 10% annual bonus and benefits, including hotel discounts and global career opportunities. Join a passionate team committed to guest delight and distinctive service.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury or lifestyle hospitality environments.
• Background in Guest Experience, Front Office leadership, VIP relations or concierge.
• Strong understanding of high-end service and personalised guest journeys.
• Charismatic, emotionally intelligent and guest-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Bring the ME brand to life through service style, guest interaction and atmosphere.
• Curate and elevate the end-to-end guest journey, from arrival to departure.
• Build strong relationships with VIP, loyal and high-value guests.
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver personalised, meaningful experiences.
• Act as a cultural host, connecting guests with local lifestyle, art, music and gastronomy.
• Collaborate with Marketing to support events, activations and cultural programming.
• Identify opportunities to enhance guest experience and perceived value.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvements.
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure seamless and elevated service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of signature touchpoints and brand-led experiences.

Skills

Luxury hospitality

Guest experience leadership

VIP relations

English fluency

Job description

“The world is yours with Meliá”

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, lead and inspire has no limits. It’s knowing that the world is yours — that you can elevate your career across countless destinations, all while being part of one warm, supportive and passionate family.

Aura Manager

Department: Guest Experience / Management
Location: London, UK
Reports to: Hotel Manager
Package: Competitive package, 10% annual performance bonus, plus service charge

About ME London

ME by Meliá is a collection of lifestyle hotels where culture, creativity and community come together to create something truly distinctive. Each ME hotel is deeply connected to its destination, becoming a social hub that attracts the city’s cultural scene. Music, art, design, fashion and gastronomy define the ME experience — offering our guests far more than just a place to stay.

If you radiate energy, have a strong personal style, love culture, trends, music and innovation, and enjoy creating memorable experiences, then ME by Meliá is the place for you.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Global career opportunities across 350+ hotels
• Hotel discounts for you, your friends & family worldwide
• Health medical cash plan
• Company pension scheme 5%
• Loyalty rewards & refer-a-friend bonus
• 29 days’ holiday including bank holidays
• Unlimited access to Meliá’s global e-learning platform
• Career growth within a global hospitality brand
• High-street savings through Perks at Work
• Meals on duty

Mission

As Aura Manager, you will bring the ME brand to life by shaping how guests feel throughout their journey. You will create emotionally engaging, culturally relevant and personalised experiences that go beyond traditional service, ensuring every interaction reflects the brand’s lifestyle positioning and delivers a strong sense of value and connection.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring the ME brand to life through service style, guest interaction and atmosphere
• Curate and elevate the end-to-end guest journey, from arrival to departure
• Build strong relationships with VIP, loyal and high-value guests
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver personalised, meaningful experiences
• Act as a cultural host, connecting guests with local lifestyle, art, music and gastronomy
• Collaborate with Marketing to support events, activations and cultural programming
• Identify opportunities to enhance guest experience and perceived value
• Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvements
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure seamless and elevated service delivery
• Contribute to the development of signature touchpoints and brand-led experiences

What we’re looking for

• Experience in luxury or lifestyle hospitality environments
• Background in Guest Experience, Front Office leadership, VIP relations or concierge
• Strong understanding of high-end service and personalised guest journeys
• Charismatic, emotionally intelligent and guest-focused approach
• Culturally aware with interest in lifestyle trends (art, music, fashion, gastronomy)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think strategically and execute operationally
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Commercial awareness and understanding of guest value perception
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

At Meliá, our people are the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re stepping into leadership or continuing to grow your expertise, you’ll be part of a culture defined by respect, collaboration, and passion. From our newest talents to our most experienced professionals, we are all Very Inspiring People — and that includes you.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible environment for all. At Meliá, we believe our differences make us stronger and help build a responsible present and a sustainable future.

Compensation: Competitive salary