Membership Sales Manager

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Membership Sales Manager to drive sales and enhance community engagement. The successful candidate will have a strong sales background, preferably in fitness or leisure, and a passion for helping others lead healthier lives. This role offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including gym membership. The position is located in Coventry and is full-time.

Benefits

Excellent Pension

Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in hitting and exceeding revenue targets.
• Comfortable using CRM systems, sales reports, and performance analytics.
• Ability to inspire and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Shape a premium facility and contribute growth.
• Develop relationships across the University.
• Drive sales while supporting healthier lifestyles.

Skills

Sales Expertise

Data-Led Approach

Customer-Centric Mindset

Collaborative Leadership

Strategic & Tactical Balance

Resilience & Adaptability

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Membership Sales Manager

Warwick Sport

Details

• Closing date: 23 November 2025
• Location: Coventry
• Region: West Midlands
• Employment type: Full Time
• Salary: £31,236 - £34,610

Description

About the Role

• Work at one of the UK's leading universities - Warwick is consistently ranked as a top institution worldwide, with a thriving campus community and reputation for excellence.
• Shape a premium facility - The Sports & Wellness Hub is one of the largest university sports facilities in the UK, with a large and diverse membership base, and the chance to contribute growth in a flagship environment.
• Drive both sales and purpose - Success here isn't just about hitting numbers; it's about helping students, staff, and the wider community lead healthier, more active lives. This is sales with meaning.
• Collaborate across the University - From student societies and wellbeing teams to corporate partners and local schools, you'll develop relationships that extend far beyond a typical sales remit.
• Be part of an ambitious growth story - Warwick Sport has delivered substantial growth over the last two years, and you'll be central to shaping the next phase.

About You

• Sales Expertise - Demonstrable experience in hitting and exceeding revenue targets, ideally within fitness, leisure, or membership-based organisations.
• Data-Led Approach - Comfortable using CRM systems, sales reports, and performance analytics to inform strategy, identify opportunities, and drive results.
• Customer-Centric Mindset - A passion for building relationships, enhancing retention, and creating value for members.
• Collaborative Leadership - Ability to inspire and mentor a team, while also working effectively with colleagues across marketing, operations, and student services.
• Strategic & Tactical Balance - Capable of developing clear long-term sales strategies, while also rolling up their sleeves to deliver day-to-day activity, from outreach events to member engagement campaigns.
• Resilience & Adaptability - Thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing commercial ambition with the values and mission of a world-class university.

About the Department

The University of Warwick has endorsed a new strategy for Active Wellness and Sport, re-shaping our Mission to 'provide access, opportunities and experiences that inspire and enable everyone to reach their potential'.

We set and exceed high standards, supporting people every step of the way and look forward to applications from anyone interested to be part of this journey.

What We Offer

• Excellent Pension, Salary Sacrifice Scheme, a vibrant, inclusive campus community
• Staff benefits including gym membership, pension scheme, and more