Location: London (hybrid)
Contract: Full-time / Fixed-term (with potential to extend)

Kindling Sauna Ltd is hiring a Junior Operations & Growth Coordinator to join our growing team as we scale community sauna sites across London.

This is an entry-level role designed for someone early in their career who wants hands-on experience inside a fast-growing, mission-driven startup. You’ll work closely with the directors, supporting day-to-day operations, fundraising activity, and the delivery of our community and content initiatives.

Purpose of the role

To support the directors’ team with the smooth running of the company, contribute to fundraising activity, and help deliver content, operations and community engagement as the business grows.

This role blends operations, administration, fundraising support and marketing execution—ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants broad exposure to how an early-stage company operates.

Key responsibilities1. Fundraising & Growth Support

Support the preparation of investor materials, including pitch decks, one-pagers and data rooms
Help coordinate communications with potential investors and partners, maintaining structured records and CRM systems
Assist with scheduling and preparation for fundraising meetings, including agendas and follow-up notes
Conduct light market research and competitor analysis to strengthen fundraising narratives

2. Administrative & Operational Support

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the directors
Maintain and update internal documents, databases and digital filing systems
Support operational coordination, including site maintenance schedules, logistics planning and stock tracking
Assist with onboarding new suppliers, contractors and collaborators

3. Content & Communications

Help implement the content and communications plan across social media, newsletters and community updates
Draft posts, source imagery and schedule content
Support the creation of blog posts and email newsletters
Monitor community engagement and respond to basic enquiries in a calm, friendly and professional manner

4. Community & Event Support

Assist in planning and delivering pop-up events, partnerships and activations across London
Support on-site activity during events where required

5. Startup Projects & Continuous Improvement

Take ownership of small projects that support growth (e.g. researching new locations, supporting membership initiatives)
Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and customer experience
Bring ideas, energy and care to help build a positive, values-led company culture

Experience & skills we’re looking for

A genuine interest in health, wellness and community-led initiatives
Experience with community-focused or grassroots organisations (volunteer or paid)
Strong organisational and scheduling skills
Confidence coordinating logistics, maintenance or operational tasks
Clear written communication skills
A calm, caring and reassuring manner when working with the public
Comfortable working in a small team where priorities can shift
Right to work in the UK

Visa sponsorship: Not available

About Kindling Sauna Ltd

Sector: Health & Social Work Activities

Kindling aims to become the UK’s leading B2B provider of sustainable sauna services and infrastructure. We design, deliver and support high-quality, accessible sauna and wellness spaces that unlock the physical, social and mental benefits of communal bathing.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary

Pay: £28,860.00-£30,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London N1 4HS

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