Senior Manager, Membership Operations & Services

The role will help in managing the operational aspects of SBF's membership operations and services, supporting SBF's goals to grow our membership base and working with other divisions in SBF to deliver value to members. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in operations, be adept in systems and process optimisation and have exposure to event management.

Job Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Provide oversight support for daily membership operations for Statutory and Associate Members, including areas pertaining to onboarding of members, invoicing and reminders for membership fee arrears, management of membership exemptions including audit checks and service delivery processes.
• Work with the Director, Membership Operations & Services and the team to develop and implement strategies to achieve membership growth in line with SBF’s targets.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Participate and lead in initiatives to enhance the membership management system, to further streamline operations and improve customer service.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve processes related to membership data management, ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance with SBF and national data policies.
• Regularly review standard operating procedures (SOPs) for membership operations to enhance efficiency and member satisfaction.

Membership Events

• Support the team’s efforts to plan, coordinate, and execute membership events and activities, including events such as the Annual General Meeting and other membership activities.
• Gather feedback and analyse post-event feedback to refine event offerings and improve member experiences

Member Experience

• Support in managing escalated member issues, addressing concerns and complaints with a focus on prompt resolution.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on programs and services that enhance value for SBF members and enhance overall engagement.
• Analyse member feedback and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement and contribute to ongoing member satisfaction and loyalty.

Strategic Planning and Reporting

• Support Director, Membership Operations & Services in developing operational plans and budgets to achieve department objectives.
• Prepare regular reports on membership performance, providing insights and recommendations based on operational data.
• Participate in strategic initiatives to advance SBF’s membership strategies, contributing to long-term organisational success.

Job Requirements

• At least 8 years of relevant years of experience in membership operations or a related field, with experience in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in process improvement initiatives. Project management experience will be an asset.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with a track record of effectively managing teams and collaborating across departments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with experience in using data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Experience / exposure to IT systems including ERP systems, as well as MS Office Suite.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads.
• Self-motivated, independent and a good team player.