Strategic Corporate Events Lead – Social Impact

British Cycling; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports organization in the UK is seeking an experienced event manager to lead corporate events and drive social impact through innovative experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, budget and stakeholder management experience, and a passion for sports. You will be responsible for delivering memorable events, managing VIP relationships, and ensuring smooth operational processes. This role offers a competitive salary and generous holidays, along with opportunities to motivate and lead teams.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Holidays (25 days + bank holidays)

Holiday purchase scheme

Life Assurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Strong demonstrable project management skills.
• A flexible and collaborative style, with a naturally consultative approach.
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead teams.
• Experience in budget and stakeholder management.
• Motivated and dynamic personality with strategic thinking.
• Attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a programme of corporate events aligned with priorities.
• Manage partner, sponsor, and VIP relationships.
• Program speakers, rider appearances, and manage event delivery.
• Lead operational delivery and manage the P&L.
• Source and secure venues for corporate events.

Skills

Project management skills

Collaborative style

Strong communication

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Team player

Motivational skills

Attention to detail

Political sensitivity

Supervisory skills

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

A prominent sports organization in the UK is seeking an experienced event manager to lead corporate events and drive social impact through innovative experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, budget and stakeholder management experience, and a passion for sports. You will be responsible for delivering memorable events, managing VIP relationships, and ensuring smooth operational processes. This role offers a competitive salary and generous holidays, along with opportunities to motivate and lead teams.