Concierge / Customer Service - Canary Wharf

We’re on the lookout for friendly and confident customer service focused people to provide an outstanding concierge service.


Based at Canary Wharf site, you’ll be meeting customers as they visit the site, providing them with their cleaned and refreshed Wet Suits. We are looking for people with experience of customer service at the highest level and who have a passion for health and wellbeing.


Think community vibes and healthy living - our iconic lidos - Canary Wharf, Hilsea Lido and Sea Lanes are the ultimate destinations for health, fitness, fun, and training. From sun-soaked swims to community events and family days out, they’re places where people connect, recharge, and create lasting memories. Now, we need you to help more people discover the benefits of being part of our community and turn their visits into long-term commitments.


What your day will look like:

Every day will bring new energy and fresh faces, but your goal stays the same: connect with our customers and provide them with a first class experience in all aspects of their visit.


Drive Safety and Customer Satisfaction

  • Ensure customers are warmly welcomed through using your skills and experience

  • Encourage repeat visitor usage by providing excellent customer interaction to users.

  • Engaging with all your customers wherever they are new or regular users.

  • Create an environment where customers feel comfortable to ask

  • Work alongside the retention team to achieve overall Sales and Attrition targets


Be the Voice of South Downs Leisure

  • Deliver a friendly, professional customer experience and make every conversation count either in person or via emails.

  • Ensure that a high level of customer service is maintained by being helpful, courteous and knowledgeable about products available across South Downs Leisure sites

  • Create a fun and active environment so all users feel comfortable and engaged whilst visiting the site

  • Build real relationships that lead to long-term, happy members.

  • Drive Membership through special open days and promotions.


Support the Team and Community

  • Work closely with colleagues across the business to ensure a smooth customer journey

  • Share ideas to develop the customer journey.

  • Be ready to get involved at outreach events and in the community networking.

  • Undertake basic financial administration duties such as processing invoices

  • Complete daily reconciliation of tills and banking to ensure smooth costumer experience.


What We’re Looking For

Your Energy

  • A natural people person who enjoys talking, connecting, and inspiring people

  • Motivated by providing a safe and welcoming environment for all customers where they can feel comfortable and safe when attending the site and facilities.

  • Passionate about health, fitness, and building a community.


Your Experience

  • Direct customer service experience on various channels and / or face to face.

  • Confident with interacting with customers in both friendly and assertive situations.

  • Health and safety understanding

  • Administrative knowledge and / or experience


Your Approach

  • Welcoming and approachable.

  • Positive, and confident in your abilities

  • A team player who supports others

  • Independent and able to stay motivated when working alone


What You’ll Get from Us

  • Hours to be agreed around the opening hours

  • Full training and ongoing support

  • Competitive contractual pay

  • Staff perks including:

  • Super discounted membership at all South Downs Leisure sites

  • Enhanced Pension Scheme

  • A day off on your birthday

  • A supportive and fun team who love what they do

  • The chance to make a real impact in your community by working with an award-winning Leisure Trust and more …

Our Values

We put the customer first
We create safe, inclusive, and memorable experiences for all.

Make it happen
We thrive on challenges, chase goals, and always aim higher.

Our people, our success
We grow together, supporting, celebrating, and winning as a team.

We’re Inclusive

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to support your application, just let us know.

Ready to Jump In?

If you're passionate, proactive, and ready to grow our customer experience, we want to hear from you.

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