Deputy Performance Director & Head of Performance — Elite Sport Leader

British Cycling; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Holidays (25 days + bank)

Holiday purchase scheme

Life Assurance

Pension

Job summary

British Cycling is seeking a world-class leader to become Deputy Performance Director – Head of Performance. You will helm the performance strategy for GBCT, aligning coaching, athlete development, data and equipment to medal objectives.

You will manage a ~£38 million investment plan for Olympic/Paralympic success through 2028, leading ~140 riders and directing strategic priorities with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a high-performance leader contributing to Olympic or Paralympic medal-winning performance.
• A demonstrated ability to develop, execute and review performance strategy with measurable outcomes.
• The ability to analyse elite sport, assess medal competitiveness and allocate resources accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, execution and review of GBCT’s performance strategy.
• Oversee coaching, athlete development, athletic performance, data and innovation.
• Set investment priorities within a £38m portfolio toward LA 2028.
• Provide strategic direction in absence of the Performance Director.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive performance outcomes.
• Lead the Performance Department for ~140 riders across Olympic/Paralympic teams.
• Ensure alignment with GBCT’s overall strategy and Games-first approach.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and influence with external partners.
• Model GBCT principles: excellence, preparation, collaboration, and integrity.

Skills

World-class leadership

Strategic capability

Performance judgement

High-performance expertise

Leadership & influence

Decision-making

Qualifications

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in sports management/sports science/finance

Job description

British Cycling is seeking a world-class leader to become Deputy Performance Director – Head of Performance. You will helm the performance strategy for GBCT, aligning coaching, athlete development, data and equipment to medal objectives.

You will manage a ~£38 million investment plan for Olympic/Paralympic success through 2028, leading ~140 riders and directing strategic priorities with senior leaders.