Does Virgin Active pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Virgin Active employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Virgin Active. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Virgin Active?

53% of Virgin Active employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Virgin Active 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Virgin Active?

Personal Trainer (143) , Lifeguard (104) , Sales Consultant (43) , Receptionist (42) , Membership Consultant (39) , Fitness Instructor (33) , Front Desk Receptionist (23) , General Manager (23) , Fitness Coach (21) , Front of House (20) , Certified Personal Trainer (17) , Experience Consultant (17) , Front of House Assistant (17) , Sales Manager (17) , Service Manager (17)

What are the pros of working at Virgin Active according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with and overall a very strong brand." ((in 92 reviews)); "most staff are friendly" ((in 54 reviews)); "Great team and energy to work in" ((in 47 reviews)); "Money and benefit was good." ((in 43 reviews)); "Overall good facilities (varies from club to club, but nowhere near premium companies like Equinox or Third Space)." ((in 27 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Virgin Active according to real employee reviews?

"They pay is low and there is very little pay rise" ((in 117 reviews)); "Poor management and organisation set up" ((in 109 reviews)); "Long hours and the pay doesn’t make up for it" ((in 74 reviews)); "Low Salary and rota shifts." ((in 39 reviews)); "Managers always sided with customers even when in the wrong." ((in 28 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Virgin Active locations?

Milano , Roma , Genova , Firenze , Torino , Napoli , Catania , Palermo , Grugliasco , Brescia , Venezia , Salerno , Prato , Bologna , Casalecchio di Reno , Verona , Baranzate

Virgin Active reviews

3.4

53% would recommend to a friend

(1,226 total reviews)

Dean Kowarski

55% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

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Virgin Active has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 1,226 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Virgin Active employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Servizi personali per i consumatori industry (3.3 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Sep 12, 2018

Personal Trainer

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good development, large member base (i.e. potential client base), good people

Cons

Large cut of salary taken

Virgin Active Response

7y

Thank you s much for taking the time to leave your comment. You are correct, we do have a large member base in order for PT's to be successfully in their roles. Unlike most of our competitors we do not charge rent which alleviates the pressure that most PT's face. Many thanks, Radha.

3.0

Sep 12, 2018

Good Company

Swim teacher

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fun environment, the perfect part time job

Cons

Low pay however similar to other companies in the leisure industry

Virgin Active Response

7y

Thanks for leaving your review. Glad to hear that you are enjoying your time with us. Your comments are very encouraging and useful. Many thanks, Radha.

4.0

Sep 6, 2018

Embracing Changes

Health & beauty manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A lively company to work for. Good benefits. Free membership. Never gets boring. Everyone is friendly

Cons

Long hours some days. Don’t always get a lunch break.

Virgin Active Response

7y

Thank you so much for your review. 4 stars is amazing! Our perks certainly stand out for our employees, glad to hear you are enjoying them. You have some great ideas, I do hope you have spoken to your GM about these? Many thanks, Radha

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