Roles and tasks of the Third-Party Manager
The Third-Party Manager is essential to the smooth running and success of a collaborative space. They are in charge of running, organising and managing the third-party space. They are both a receptionist and a community manager. Their main task is to create a friendly atmosphere and a working environment that encourages sharing and collaboration. Their main roles and tasks are as follows:
- Welcoming all members and visitors and helping them find the information they need;
- Promoting the third place and organising events and communication activities;
- Make members feel welcome and help create a spark of mutual support and collaboration;
- Manage and run the social networks;
- Encourage, promote and support members' initiatives and projects;
- Coordinating all the activities and services on offer;
- Develop partnerships and collaborations;
- Contribute to fundraising;
- Managing membership and technical assistance.
The Third-Party Manager must be both innovative and attentive to the needs of the members in order to make the space work and create links between the various players. They are the guarantors of the cohesion and dynamism of the community.
Salary and career development of a Third-Party Manager
The salary of a Third-Party Manager varies greatly depending on their experience, the services offered and the location where they work. Here is an estimate of the gross annual salary, depending on years of experience, in France:
- 0 to 2 years: between €23,000 and €30,000
- 2 to 5 years: between 32,000 and 40,000 euros
- 5 to 10 years: between 42,000 and 50,000 euros
- 10 to 15 years: between 52,000 and 60,000 euros
- More than 15 years: more than 60,000 euros
It is possible for a Third-Party Manager to turn to similar or complementary professions. Here is a list of 5 professions that could offer new career development prospects:
- Sales manager
- Business centre manager
- Reception and services manager
- Offer creation and development manager
- Workspace consultant.