Tour De - Resident & Business Engagement Coordinator

Organisation Cumberland Council Salary £34,434 to £35,412 per annum (pro rata equivalent £27,547 to £28,330 per annum)

Hours:

29.6 hours per week (4 days) Location Carlisle Contract type Fixed Term Closing date 22 July 2026

Cumberland is set to host one of the world’s most iconic sporting events — the Tour de France 2027. With Stage 1 finishing in Carlisle and Stage 2 starting in Keswick, this is a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to showcase our places, people, and businesses on the global stage.

We are looking for a proactive Resident & Business Engagement Coordinator to manage how we engage, inform, and support communities and businesses along the race route.

This is a pivotal role where you’ll ensure that those affected by the event feel informed, supported, and able to benefit from the opportunities it brings.

You will manage the design and delivery of a comprehensive engagement programme for residents and businesses, ensuring:

• Clear, timely, and accessible communication
• Effective management of road closure access arrangements
• Strong community relationships before and during the event
• Opportunities for local businesses to maximise economic benefits and engage with the Tour de France

You’ll work at the heart of a multi‑disciplinary project team, collaborating with highways, communications, event management, partner organisations and external consultants.

• Take an important role in the development and delivery of a Resident & Business Engagement Plan as part of the wider Event Management Plan.
• Manage the Resident and Business Working Group, ensuring progress and delivery against key milestones.
• Coordinate engagement activity including community briefings, workshops and targeted visits.
• Work with Highways and Transport teams to support communications on road closures, access arrangements, in order to manage the impact of the events on businesses and residents across Cumberland.
• Produce and coordinate clear communications across web, print, and social media.
• Design solutions for residents and businesses to maintain access during the event.
• Support event control operations and ensure engagement activity aligns with live event delivery.
• Create resources to help local businesses maximise Tour‑related opportunities.

This role is available on a fixed‑term basis.

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.