Studio Manager

Jobs in Fitness; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering fitness venture as a Studio Manager, where your leadership will shape a new sustainability-focused studio in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with the Founder, overseeing everything from pre-launch preparations to daily operations. You'll inspire a team, drive membership sales, and ensure an exceptional experience for every visitor. If you're passionate about wellness and sustainability and want to make a real impact from day one, this is the perfect chance to be part of something meaningful and transformative in the fitness industry.

Benefits

Access to studio's facilities

25 Days Leave per annum

Growth and progression opportunities

Work closely with a visionary founder

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fitness, boutique wellness, or hospitality management.
• Strong people management and operational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and ensure high standards of member experience.
• Collaborate on launch planning and manage team recruitment.

Skills

Team Leadership

Operational Management

Sales & Marketing

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Sustainability Awareness

Education

Experience in Fitness or Hospitality

Tools

CRM Systems

Booking Platforms

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Studio Manager to join the founding team of a brand-new, sustainability-led fitness concept launching in London.

This isn’t your typical studio. Alongside an exceptional training experience, the team is on a mission to prove that performance and planet-conscious values can go hand-in-hand. This new venture is set to make waves—and they are looking for a standout Studio Manager to lead the charge.

This is a rare chance to help shape a business from the ground up. You’ll work directly with the Founder to prepare the space for launch, build the team, and drive the studio’s success from day one.

The Role...

Salary: £50,000

Working Hours: 40 hours p/w (minimum)

Leave: 25 Days per annum.

Access: Access to the studio's facilities

Responsibilities:

1. Pre-Launch & Studio Set-Up
   • Collaborate with the Founder on all aspects of launch planning: from operations to aesthetics, logistics to local marketing
   • Support recruitment, onboarding and training of the wider studio team
   • Help establish operational systems and studio procedures that reflect both performance standards and sustainable values
   • Be the go-to point of contact for suppliers, contractors and launch partners
2. Studio Operations & Member Experience
   • Lead all daily operations of the studio—from scheduling and staffing, to cleanliness and customer service
   • Ensure a warm, welcoming, and well-run space that makes every visitor feel at home
   • Keep the studio running like clockwork: anticipating challenges, solving problems quickly, and constantly raising the bar
   • Own the end-to-end member journey and maintain high standards across every touchpoint
3. Team Leadership
   • Manage and motivate a team including front-of-house and trainer staff
   • Support recruitment, inductions, ongoing training and team development
   • Foster a positive, high-performance culture built on care, creativity and collaboration
4. Sales, Marketing & Growth
   • Own monthly KPIs related to revenue, retention and member growth
   • Drive membership sales through local marketing, partnerships, lead conversion and a strong community presence
   • Work with senior leadership to roll out marketing campaigns and social media activations
   • Identify local opportunities for outreach, collaborations, events, and brand-building initiatives
5. Reporting, Finance & Performance
   • Track key metrics and business performance to inform data-led decision making
   • Manage studio budgets, rota efficiency, and cost controls in line with business goals
   • Provide regular reporting to the Founder and senior team with insights and recommendations

The Person:

• Previous experience in a fitness, boutique wellness, or hospitality setting in a team leadership or operational role
• A strong people-first manager who knows how to inspire and get the best out of a team
• Commercially aware and goal-oriented, with a clear understanding of what drives studio performance
• Confident with studio tech and systems (CRM, booking platforms, scheduling, etc.)
• Highly organised, solutions-focused, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about sustainability and wellness, with a genuine care for community
• A self-starter excited by the challenge of building something new and meaningful

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an exciting brand at the very beginning of its journey
• Play a pivotal role in shaping culture, operations and community from day one
• Work closely with a visionary founder and passionate team
• Access long-term growth and progression as the brand expands
• Join a company where wellbeing and sustainability are at the heart of everything