Role Title: Deputy Protocol Manager (Tour de France / Tour de France Femmes Grand Depart GB 2027)
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Fixed term until August 2027
Location: London - Hybrid (home working and requirement to work and attend meetings around the UK as required. Some national and international travel will be required)
About Grand Depart GB 2027
In 2027 the UK will host the Grand Depart of both the Tour De France and the Tour De France Femme, Avec Zwift. This will be the first time in history that both races have departed from the same country, outside of France. A landmark social impact programme will also be delivered across the UK, tackling inactivity, improving mental wellbeing, boosting economic growth and supporting communities to thrive.
A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) – Grand Depart GB 2027 – will maintain oversight of the delivery of the events and will manage public funding on behalf of DCMS, Scottish Government, Welsh Government and UK Sport.
The SPV is a Joint Venture between UKEL (a new sports events company) and British Cycling.
We are seeking a highly organised Deputy Protocol Manager to support all protocol, hospitality, and special event operations. This role is central to ensuring that VIPs, government partners, sporting bodies and international stakeholders receive a world‑class experience aligned with event objectives and standards.
The Deputy Protocol Manager will be required to support the Protocol Manager with protocol-related activities and administration. This position requires exceptional organisational and communication skills, with the ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced setting. An interest in sport, particularly cycling, is desirable.
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