Corporate Events Manager

British Cycling UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization based in Manchester is looking for a Corporate Events Manager to oversee the delivery of impactful events. In this hybrid role, you will manage relationships with sponsors, enhance customer experiences, and ensure operational effectiveness while managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have superb project management skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for sports. This position offers competitive pay and several employee perks, including generous holidays and life assurance.

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.
• Experience in budget management and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication skills to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a programme of corporate events aligned with organizational priorities.
• Manage partner, sponsor, and VIP relationships for major events.
• Lead the operational delivery and manage the P&L of corporate events.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Collaborative style

Supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Job description

Role Title: Corporate Events Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Manchester (hybrid working available)

About British Cycling

British Cycling exists to bring the joy of cycling to everyone.

We have embarked on an exciting new journey, with a modernised commercial and events offering grounded in social impact and storytelling, harnessing the spotlight and inspiration of our athlete’s performance on the world stage, and our growing portfolio of major events.

We are working towards our three key priorities outlined in our strategy; to support and grow the sport to make cycling more inclusive and accessible, to lead on the world stage by winning and winning well, and to drive social impact by tackling inequalities through providing opportunities.

About you

Do you dream of bringing magical event experiences to life at British Cycling?

In this role, you’ll lead exciting projects working closely with internal and external partners to create unforgettable experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment this is your chance to make a real impact!

What will you be doing?

Customer experience and programme

• Deliver a programme of corporate events, aligned with our priorities.
• Manage partner, sponsor, and VIP relationships across corporate and major events, working closely with relationship managers across the business.

Content and venue delivery

• Programming speakers, rider appearances, and commercial storytelling.
• Lead the operational delivery and manage the P&L of corporate events.

Event enhancements

• Lead on build schedules, access management, and event H&S compliance with specific procured suppliers

Measurement and reporting

• Collect feedback, measuring ROI, and reporting outcomes.

Venue and infrastructure ownership

• Source, shortlist, and secure venues for corporate events, meetings, and hospitality activations.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong demonstrable project management skills.
• A flexible and collaborative style, with a naturally consultative approach.
• A strong communicator with the ability to lead teams.
• Budget management experience.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• A team player with a passion for sports and an ability to motivate others.
• Self-motivated and dynamic personality with entrepreneurial and strategic thinking.
• Attention to detail, reliable and discrete.
• Experience of successfully working in a politically and commercially sensitive environment.
• Ability to develop relevant contacts, to facilitate collaboration and capture emerging best practice.
• Have strong supervisory skills and be experienced in motivating and developing delivery partners.
• Display a high degree of computer proficiency.

What are the perks?

• Competitive Salary
• Cycle toWork Scheme
• Generous Holidays (25 days + bank holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension

How to apply

Send us your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you feel you meet the criteria via the apply button below.

Applications close: Friday 16th January 2026