Head of Membership (Maternity Cover)
British Ballet Organization (bbodance) Closing date: Fri, 17 Jul 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Head of Membership is responsible for leading on all aspects of membership activity at bbodance. The role is tasked with growing, nurturing and inspiring the bbodance membership nationally and internationally.
You will contribute to driving communications with all stakeholders and target audiences, nationally and internationally, combined with the promotion of existing events and assisting in the development of future events on a national and international basis.
You will be responsible for recruitment, retention and engagement strategies for the membership, focussing on the development and delivery of events, products and services which offer bbodance Teaching and Student Members the support they need from their membership organisation.
Job Requirements
The right person will have experience of growing and delivering high levels of customer service to a professional membership body, with substantial experience of the associated operations.
You will have knowledge of the private dance sector and wider dance landscape.
You will need outstanding written and verbal communication skills, the ability to nurture relationships with colleagues and members remotely as necessary - over phone, video call and via email.
You will be able to collaborate, cooperate and assist with a range of people in different roles and work independently as well as proactively working within a wider team as necessary.
You will share our commitment to keeping children and vulnerable adults safe and to making dance opportunities accessible to all.
For the full Person Specification, please click on the link below.
Job Responsibilities
Ensure the membership offering is current, relevant and as supportive as possible for all members, identifying potential membership benefits that will retain and grow membership.
Active participation in the functioning of the Senior Management Committee (SMC) that advises the CEO and Board.
Coordinate and lead on an alumni strategy.
Work closely with colleagues on communication strategy and marketing campaigns relating to membership and relevant events which improve the profile of the organisation.
Oversee a programme of competitions and events to celebrate the membership - working closely with colleagues to ensure these dovetail with existing events and communications.
Develop a regional strategy to engage with the membership and work with regional reps to facilitate events and communication.
The Head of Membership must have a passion for dance and a 'can do' attitude. This is a pivotal role at the heart of a very well established and passionate team who are there to support.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Head of Membership (Maternity Cover)
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Dance
- Role: Customer Service
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Fri, 17 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Head of Membership (Maternity Cover)
Job: Head of Membership (Maternity Cover)
Organisation: British Ballet Organization (bbodance)
Postcode: SW18 1TA
How to Apply
Please email your CV (no more than 2 pages) and cover letter (no more than 1 page) for the attention of Fiona Knower to [email protected] . Please clearly mark your application Head of Membership.
- Contact name: Fiona Knower
- Contact email: [email protected]
About British Ballet Organization (bbodance)
Registered Charity and International Awarding Organisation delivering syllabi, teaching courses and dance events to a diverse audience and membership.