Role Title: Partnership Development Manager - South

Location: Remote (South)

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours (occasional evening and weekend work may be required)

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.

What will you be doing?

As our Partnership Development Manager, you’ll lead the strategic development, impact, and growth of designated Place partnerships.

You’ll:

• Build and maintain high-impact relationships with key partners to grow British Cycling’s Place-based programmes.
• Lead and manage programme delivery teams, ensuring high levels of partner satisfaction and retention.
• Develop deep-level contacts across your portfolio, identifying opportunities and evolving our partnership offer.
• Coordinate British Cycling workstreams across partnership areas, consulting with internal teams to maximise service provision.
• Operate cross-functionally and nationally to enhance service delivery and grow our partner network.
• Lead and manage direct reports, developing a high-performing, purpose-driven team culture.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for a strategic, relationship-driven leader with:

• A degree-level education and significant project management experience.
• Proven success in growing participation and delivering impactful programmes.
• Experience in developing tenders and operational delivery plans.
• A track record of securing and managing partnership agreements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• High integrity, objectivity, and the ability to lead change.
• A passion for leading remote teams and developing talent.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across functions and regions.

What are the perks?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holidays (25 days + bank holidays)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension
• Life assurance

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: Monday 22nd September