<h5>Celebrating Creativity... 🌤️</h5>
<p>This week, we&rsquo;re spotlighting the London Games Festival, returning 13th - 19th April 2026 for its biggest year yet.<br><br>Backed by the Government&rsquo;s Games Growth Package, the festival continues to champion the UK games sector and showcase London as a major global hub for video games.<br><br>With 100 games set to be showcased at New Game Plus and 100,000+ attendees expected, the festival brings together developers, industry leaders, and players from across the globe.<br><br>From funding and networking through the Games Finance Market to discovering the next wave of talent, it&rsquo;s a celebration of the innovation and artistry shaping the future of games.<br><br><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>👉 <a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://games.london/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Find out more</a></strong></span></p>
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Celebrating Creativity | London Games Festival

<h4 data-section-id="1v4apoh" data-start="119" data-end="156">Another Great Session at BIMM 🎶</h4>
<p>Last week the Handle team visited the<strong> <span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://www.bimm.university/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">BIMM University</span> </a></span></strong>London campus to run a CV and cover letter workshop for final-year students preparing to begin their careers in the music and creative industries.</p>
<p>Starting a career after graduating can feel exciting but also competitive. Many talented graduates have strong ideas, creative portfolios and project experience, but translating that into a CV or cover letter that resonates with employers is often the hardest part.</p>
<p>Our goal for the session was to help students understand how recruiters and hiring managers actually review applications and what makes a candidate stand out when applying for music industry jobs and creative roles.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/meet-the-team/david-johnston" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong><u>David Johnston</u></strong></span></a>, <a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/meet-the-team/hannah-johnstone" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong><u>Hannah Keighley</u></strong></span></a>, and&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://www.handle.co.uk/meet-the-team/adam-wade"><strong><u>Adam Wade</u></strong></a></span> shared practical insights from their experience recruiting across record labels, music companies, events businesses and creative organisations. The session focused on helping students turn their creativity, projects and real-world experience into clear, compelling applications.</p>
<p><strong>We dived into key topics, including:</strong></p>
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<li>What does a recruiter actually do?</li>
<li>What do hiring managers really want?</li>
<li>Exploring how AI can support - and challenge - your job applications</li>
<li>Building resilience in a tough market</li>
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<p>A great session with a room full of vibrant emerging talent looking to make an impact.</p>
<p>And if you are looking for an entry level role in the creative industries:</p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(38, 55, 70);"><a class="secondaryBtn" style="color: rgb(38, 55, 70);" href="/career-resources/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><u>check out our career resources</u></strong></a></span></p>
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<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
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<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
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<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
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<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
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<h4><strong>Our 12 Highlights from 2025: A year of community and partnerships</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">This year, our focus has been on building meaningful connections: creating spaces for honest conversation, sharing practical insight, and working alongside people who care deeply about access, opportunity, and sustainable careers.</p>
<p>From career discovery sessions and roundtables to long-term partnerships and creating spaces to connect, community has been our defining theme for 2025.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Out of everything we&rsquo;ve been part of, we wanted to pause and say thank you by highlighting 12 moments and partnerships that truly shaped our year and reminded us why collaboration matters.</p>
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<h5>Here are 12 community moments we&rsquo;re most proud of in 2025:</h5>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph">1.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardturrell_careersupport-charity-music-activity-7293234947471867904-cZME?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Supporting Small Green Shoots</strong></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Building on Handle's career partnership, we&nbsp;proudly backed the Small Green Shoots Alumni Ambassadors Programme - an exclusive initiative designed to engage, empower, and recognise passionate individuals who embody the values and mission of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.smallgreenshoots.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>SGS</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>and held&nbsp;<em>D</em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardturrell_another-week-another-photo-of-me-looking-activity-7346159284935684099-tZs9?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>o you feel application ready?</em></a><em>&nbsp;</em>workshops with Richard and Adam throughout the year.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph"><strong>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7348301568129064960" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Finance Mentorship Scheme</strong></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">We held a 12-month programme pairing successful mentees with C-suite mentors in the creative industries for confidence-building guidance, career growth opportunities, professional development support. And a big thank you to everyone who took part - and to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-smith-81b19224/"><strong>Karla Smith</strong></a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-crellin-fcpa-47a41018/"><strong>Christopher Crellin FCPA</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>for leading the conversation and sharing their amazing experience at our&nbsp;<em>Future Proofing Finance</em>&nbsp;panel event designed to bring mentors and mentees together.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph">3.&nbsp;<strong>Career Support at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/adam-wade-music_musicjobs-musiccareers-musicindustry-activity-7330977797231833088-JqGD?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>The Great Escape 2025</strong></a></h5>
<p>Adam and David had a few fantastic days in Brighton holding&nbsp;industry career support sessions&nbsp;offering personalised career support and insider advice to support early careers in the music industry -&nbsp;and they were a huge success! It was wonderful to see so many entry level candidates with such an appetite to attend industry networking sessions.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardturrell_charity-careers-careersupport-activity-7288586220991885312-5V5s?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Supporting Key4Life</strong></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Partnering with an organisation doing vital work to reduce youth re-offending through delivering an innovative rehabilitation programme to those in prison and those at risk of going to prison.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph">5.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/handle-recruitment_hrleadership-peopleexperience-personalbrand-activity-7323699098203656192-_dd3?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Handle People Experience Workshop at LinkedIn</strong></a></h5>
<p>We brought together a wonderful group of HR leaders for an exclusive People Experience event at the Linkedin offices in Farringdon. The focus: elevate your leadership impact by unlocking your personal brand. Thanks to everyone who joined us, those continuing the conversation beyond the session, and to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-cullen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Lara Cullen</strong></a>&nbsp;for running such an impactful session.</p>
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<h5><strong>6.&nbsp; Career Discovery Sessions</strong></h5>
<p>A huge thank you to everyone who joined our Career Discovery sessions this Adam and Suzanne this year, designed to supporting emerging talent by opening doors, demystifying pathways, and helping early-career creatives navigate their first steps.&nbsp;Your energy, questions, and curiosity made all the difference.</p>
<p>A big thank you to:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7343276839685021697" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>[Music Industry] Intern Discovery session</strong></a></p>
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<p><a id="ember39" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-engler-4b173a5/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Richard</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;Engler</strong>,&nbsp;<a id="ember40" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-moodie-1915b123/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>James</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;Moodie</strong>, and&nbsp;<a id="ember41" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-eden-smith-4381a926/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Alex</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;Eden-Smith</strong>&nbsp;who generously shared their career stories, insight, and advice.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7391873282083381248" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>[Creative Services] Career Discover session</strong></a></p>
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<p>And to&nbsp;<a id="ember406" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-mitchell-37422588/"><strong>Natalie Mitchell</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>and&nbsp;<a id="ember407" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordain-edwards-139a50a2/"><strong>Jordain Edwards</strong></a>&nbsp;- your insights clearly resonated, and it&rsquo;s been amazing to see the messages about the impact your advice has had.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">7.&nbsp;<strong>Handle Collaborate:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBNE1QY1E9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--040e4ad5a1c675a8b62e3ffea893171a57c8987d/Has%20DEI%20Died%20-%20event%20summary%20110325%202.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Sponsored Roundtable at Studio Canal: Has DEI Died?</strong></a></h5>
<p>We partnered with All Things People &amp; Talent for an exclusive, facilitated discussion led by&nbsp;<a id="ember1809" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariteminue/"><strong>Arit Eminue&nbsp;</strong></a>as part of their Talking Talent Roundtable series.&nbsp;Collectively exploring today&rsquo;s DEI landscape, examining what&rsquo;s at stake and how inclusion can become deeply embedded into everyday business practices, not merely as an initiative, but as a business-critical function.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">8.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/handle-recruitment_we-recently-joined-creative-opps-for-a-talk-activity-7348999251000979458-g6gK?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Future-Proof Your Creative Career: Creative Ops</strong></a></h5>
<p>We joined&nbsp;<a class="kDXdXfXwwrlRRhXXvDkIXwgwVetUaYykhk " tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/creativeopps/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Creative Opps</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>for a talk on creative careers as part of their recent Mentorship Programme.<br><br><a id="ember38" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardturrell/">Richard Turrell</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a id="ember39" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannealden/">Suzanne Boast&nbsp;</a>joined&nbsp;<a id="ember40" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-kambasha-29925455/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Michelle Kambasha</strong></a>&nbsp;for a straight-talking fireside chat on careers in the creative industry.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">9.&nbsp;<strong>Talent Development Partners with the&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2025/11/Last-week-we-joined-the-High-Potential-Talent-Summit-2025?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>High Potential Talent Summit 2025</strong></a></h5>
<p>We joined the High Potential Talent Summit 2025 as a Talent Development Partner! Lots to reflect on but a special mention to&nbsp;<a id="ember39" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmarichardsonhandle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Emma Richardson</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>who leads our People Experience division and led a panel discussion on 'Building High Performing Diverse Intergenerational Teams'. And a big thank you to&nbsp;<a id="ember43" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariteminue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Arit Eminue MBE</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>for organising such an incredible day.</p>
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<h5>10.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardturrell_really-enjoyed-getting-on-stage-yesterday-activity-7374378492794261504-Zi7k?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Panel discussions at&nbsp;<strong>BIMM University</strong></a></h5>
<p>Richard enjoyed getting on stage at BIMM with&nbsp;<a id="ember680" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhiapatel/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rhia Patel</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>and&nbsp;<a id="ember681" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcarey/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Chris Carey</strong></a>&nbsp;to talk about employability at&nbsp;<a class="kDXdXfXwwrlRRhXXvDkIXwgwVetUaYykhk " tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bimm-university/" target="_self"><strong>BIMM University</strong></a>.<br>&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">11.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/emmarichardsonhandle_a-big-thank-you-to-the-amazing-group-of-people-activity-7384591576255180800-9UgU?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Broadwick Live Event</strong>: Intergenerational Communications</a></h5>
<p>A big thank you to the amazing group of People &amp; Culture Leaders who joined us this morning for our latest Handle Collaborate session, a discussion on Intergenerational Communication in the Workplace.</p>
<p>Sponsored by the amazing Broadwick Live, the session was brilliantly led by&nbsp;<a id="ember6068" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zo%C3%AB-cotter-morton-6039a726/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Zo&euml; Cotter-Morton</strong></a>,&nbsp;<a id="ember6069" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-marshall-371b1923/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Ashley Marshall</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>and&nbsp;<a id="ember6070" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aisling-tungate-66786a38/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Aisling Tungate</strong></a>. A huge thank you to you all!</p>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph">12.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7401578307852328960" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Power in Partnerships with Workspace</strong></a></h5>
<p>Our Marketing Director&nbsp;<a id="ember2112" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardturrell/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Richard Turrell</a>&nbsp;joined&nbsp;<a class="kDXdXfXwwrlRRhXXvDkIXwgwVetUaYykhk " tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/workspace-group/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Workspace Group</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>at London&rsquo;s Brightest Businesses to share how collaboration drives real impact for our clients, candidates and communities.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">With 2026 fast approaching, this session felt like a timely reset on how collaboration can unlock opportunity across the creative industries, and Richard has shared his&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2025/12/Power-in-Partnerships-why-the-best-collaborations-start-with-people-not-logos?source=lnkd.in" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>key insights from the panel on our blog</strong></a>.</p>
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<h6>To everyone who partnered with us, collaborated with us and built with us this year:&nbsp;<strong>thank you</strong>.</h6>
<p>We can&rsquo;t wait to carry this momentum forward and continue doing the work together in 2026.</p>
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<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
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<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
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<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
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<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production</p>
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Our 12 Highlights from 2025: A year of community and partnerships

<h4><strong>AI, People &amp; the Creative Industries:&nbsp;</strong><strong>a review of 2025</strong><strong>.</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">If 2025 was the year businesses stopped talking about AI and started using it, then 2026 is shaping up to be the year where people, skills and creativity truly take centre stage again.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Across the creative industries, one thing is clear: AI and automation isn&rsquo;t replacing ambition, it&rsquo;s shaping how to deliver value. And for employers who get this right, the opportunity ahead is significant.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We&rsquo;re seeing this shift play out in real time. For many it&rsquo;s an incredibly energising moment, but for others the uncertainty can feel overwhelming.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>AI is (slowly) freeing up time for higher-value work</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Automation and AI is being used most effectively to remove repetitive, transactional tasks. This has allowed teams, particularly in HR, operations and finance, to focus on strategic, people-led work instead of manual processes.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">That shift hasn&rsquo;t removed the need for great people. It&rsquo;s elevated the work they do and after a year of laying the foundations the results are starting to be seen.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As AI continues to mature, we expect to see:</p>
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<p>More time dedicated to creativity, strategy and storytelling</p>
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<p>Faster route from idea to execution</p>
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<p>And more space for people to focus on work that genuinely adds value</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The most successful established businesses won&rsquo;t be those that are AI-led but those that combine technology with human judgement, empathy and imagination.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>A new kind of entry-level talent is emerging</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">One of the most encouraging trends we&rsquo;ve seen this year is the way businesses are rethinking what &ldquo;junior talent&rdquo; really looks like.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Rather than hiring purely on traditional skillsets, many employers are now prioritising:</p>
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<p>Natural curiosity around AI and automation</p>
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<p>Confidence testing new tools and workflows</p>
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<p>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</p>
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<p>A desire to improve how work gets done, not just complete tasks</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Individuals that are comfortable experimenting, suggesting improvements, and helping shape how automation and AI can be used day-to-day are in high demand. Instead of innovation being driven top-down, it&rsquo;s becoming more collaborative and organic.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The result? Entry-level roles that are more meaningful, more creative and more commercially impactful much earlier in a career.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">And a good time to rewrite your job descriptions!</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Soft skills + tech confidence is the winning combination</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">The most effective hiring across 2025 has happened where employers value:</p>
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<p>Emotional intelligence</p>
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<p>Communication and collaboration</p>
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<p>Cultural contribution</p>
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<p>And digital confidence</p>
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</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">It&rsquo;s no longer about choosing between &lsquo;creative&rdquo; and &ldquo;technical&rdquo;. The most in-demand candidates bring both.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Hybrid working has fully normalised</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Flexibility, quite rightly, is an expectation and is fully entrenched in our clients&rsquo; organisations.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Although, the genuine desire for remote vs. onsite tends to vary depending on seniority and career stage.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Across roles advertised on handle.co.uk in 2025:</p>
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<p>77% were hybrid</p>
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<p>21% office-based</p>
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<p>2% fully remote</p>
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</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">This stable pattern shows that businesses and candidates alike now understand what good hybrid working looks like, and how powerful it can be for attraction and retention, however, the conversation continues around the impact of productivity, particularly for juniors.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>The creative roles that will keep growing</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">We&rsquo;re seeing strong, sustained demand across both permanent and temporary markets for:</p>
<ul>
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<p>Social media managers, content creators and digital marketers</p>
<p>Driven by direct-to-consumer growth and brand-led communities.</p>
</li>
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<p>Video editors and visual content specialists</p>
<p>Fuelled by short-form content and platform-first storytelling.</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Live sound engineers and technical production specialists</p>
<p>As immersive, tech-powered live experiences continue to scale.</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Sync and licensing managers</p>
<p>With gaming, streaming and brand partnerships accelerating at pace.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">These roles sit at the intersection of creativity, technology and commercial growth, exactly where the creative industries continue to thrive.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Salary, transparency &amp; candidate confidence</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Salary expectations continue to rise, but this is creating a healthier, more transparent hiring environment.</p>
<p>Candidates are increasingly seeking:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Clear pay ranges</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Honest conversations about progression</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>And benefits that genuinely support lifestyle and wellbeing</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">For employers, this is a chance to compete not just on salary but on culture, values, flexibility and development.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Wellbeing will be a clear differentiator</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">While many businesses still place transformation projects at the top of their agenda, the strongest-performing teams we work with are those that understand:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Sustainable performance comes from supported people</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Burnout prevention protects creativity, productivity and retention</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>And wellbeing investment directly supports long-term growth</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">In 2026, organisations that embed wellbeing into how they design roles, workloads and leadership will be the ones that hold onto their best people.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Our view for 2026: growth through smarter teams</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Rather than &ldquo;smaller teams&rdquo; that many have experienced this year, what we see ahead is something far more exciting:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Smarter teams</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Better-skilled teams</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>More empowered teams</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>And teams built around purpose, flexibility and creative confidence</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal">The creative industries have always been exceptional at adapting. 2026 will be no different, but the winners will be those who invest in people as deliberately as they invest in technology.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">​</p>
<p><strong>At Handle, our focus remains firmly on helping businesses build future-ready teams and supporting talented people into roles where they can genuinely thrive.</strong></p>
<p><strong>​</strong></p>
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<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>

​AI, People & the Creative Industries: a review of 2025.

<h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Power in Partnerships:&nbsp;</strong><strong>why the best collaborations start with people, not logos</strong></h4>
<p>Last week, I joined Workspace&rsquo;s&nbsp;<em>London&rsquo;s Brightest Businesses</em>&nbsp;breakfast panel for a conversation about something I genuinely care about: partnerships. Not the glossy, logo-filled kind, but the real ones that actually make a difference (<a href="https://www.handlefreelancesolutions.co.uk/live-freelancer-survey/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>supporting LIVE was one of my favourites!</strong></a>).</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For anyone who doesn&rsquo;t know me, I&rsquo;m Richard, Marketing Director at Handle Recruitment and Handle Freelance Solutions. A big part of my role is building partnerships, not just for commercial reasons, but to create more impact across the industry as a whole. And I truly believe the strongest collaborations aren&rsquo;t built on contracts and commercials first. They&rsquo;re built on shared purpose, creativity and a genuine desire to make things better.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">That&rsquo;s what made this session with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.workspace.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Workspace</strong></a>&nbsp;such a great place for an honest conversation. Here are a few of my highlights from the conversation:</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Collaboration without the big budgets</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">The theme was simple but powerful, how can SMEs use collaboration to grow without relying on huge budgets or complicated partnership programmes? What came through loud and clear is that partnership is no longer a &ldquo;nice to have&rdquo;. For many businesses, it&rsquo;s becoming one of the smartest routes to growth.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">One example I shared was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2025/09/the-handle-x-betterspace-workplace-wellbeing-survey-is-now-live" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>our recent collaboration with Betterspace</strong></a>, where we&rsquo;ve come together to create shared research and an awareness campaign focused on workplace wellbeing (the results will be released in early 2026). The honest truth is, we probably could have both done this on our own. But collaboration amplifies everything. The reach is bigger, the insight is richer, and the impact is stronger. When two brands bring their audiences, expertise and credibility together with real intent, the outcomes simply travel further.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Finding the right partner&nbsp;</strong><em>(and avoiding the wrong ones)</em></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">A big question that came up was how you actually find the right partner. For me, it always starts with understanding your own strengths and gaps. Once you&rsquo;re clear on what you&rsquo;re great at and where you need support, your partnerships become far more intentional. From there, it&rsquo;s usually one of two routes: people you&rsquo;ve already met through your network, or organisations you genuinely admire and would love to work with. Warm introductions help, but even cold approaches can work when they&rsquo;re rooted in shared values rather than a sales pitch.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Not every partnership is a good one though, and we were honest about the risks too. Partnerships that dilute your brand rarely end well. Lack of clarity around data, ownership or expectations can quickly create friction. And if you can&rsquo;t agree what success actually looks like at the start, disappointment is almost guaranteed later on.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Why creativity almost always beats scale</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">One of my favourite parts of the discussion was around budget. Because in most cases, creativity beats scale. Some of the most effective collaborations don&rsquo;t come from big spends at all, but from repurposing what already works. Shared content, joint events, co-created research and cross-community marketing can often deliver amazing results. The better question isn&rsquo;t &ldquo;what can we afford?&rdquo; but &ldquo;what do we already have that could go further together?&rdquo;</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Turning short-term collaborations into long-term relationships</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">We also talked about how short-term collaborations become long-term relationships. The answer is rarely complicated. It comes down to setting expectations early, being clear about roles and responsibilities, celebrating shared wins properly and having the confidence to have honest conversations when things change. You don&rsquo;t always need heavy contracts to make that work, but you do need clarity, commitment and mutual respect.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Of course, partnerships still need a commercial lens. Whether that&rsquo;s revenue share, referrals, fixed-fee projects, joint ventures or something more informal, we always define success upfront. That might be brand reach, lead generation, research outputs or community impact. But just as important for us at Handle is trust and reputation. No metric is worth damaging either of those.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>One piece of advice I always come back to</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Don&rsquo;t chase logos. Speak to the people who can actually make things happen. And just as importantly, always ask yourself what happens if that person leaves. The strongest partnerships should be bigger than any single individual.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You don&rsquo;t need a huge budget, a household name or a complex contract to build powerful partnerships. You need a clear purpose, creative thinking, open conversations and the right humans on both sides of the table.</p>
<p>​</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Huge thanks to Workspace for hosting such a thoughtful session, and to everyone who shared so openly in the room. And if you think we could partner together in 2026 drop me a message.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardturrell/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Richard Turrell</strong></a></h5>
<h6>Director of Marketing</h6>
<p>☎️ 020 7569 9996</p>
<p>📩 richard.turrell@handle.co.uk</p>
<p>​</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>

Power in Partnerships: why the best collaborations start with people, not logos

<h4>A little moment that made us smile today.</h4>
<p><br>This excerpt&nbsp;is from episode 70 of The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with&nbsp;<a id="ember1810" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-sutherland-b8451a3/">Mark Sutherland</a>, featuring&nbsp;<a id="ember1811" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexi-cory-smith-0b897528/">Alexi Cory-Smith</a>&nbsp;(CEO and founder of&nbsp;<a class="lWajRkgTTbmrhBGHzEeLByMwXssvZwqqIs " tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bellafiguramusic/" target="_self">Bella Figura Music</a>).<br><br>Mark:&nbsp;<em>Lets talk about your career because you've been in the [music] industry for a while...</em><br><br>Alexi:&nbsp;<em>I went to see Stella Walker at Handle.</em><br><br>Mark:&nbsp;<em>You would be amazed how many shout outs Stella gets on this podcast for giving people their first job.</em><br><br><br>Just another reminder of the countless careers our incredible founder&nbsp;<a id="ember1812" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stellawalker/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>stella</strong></a>&nbsp;has helped shape, and the ripple effect that continues across the music industry 💖💖💖💖💖<br><br>-----<br><br><strong>About The Money Trench</strong><br><br>The Money Trench (TMT) is The Music Industry Podcast from presenter Mark Sutherland and exec producer Mike Walsh, produced by Tape Notes and supported by PPL.&nbsp;Each Monday, they dissect the biggest music industry news stories of the previous week, in the company of one of the industry&rsquo;s most influential executives.<br><br>Followed by a deep dive into that exec&rsquo;s career in music, including their thoughts on where we&rsquo;re at and where we&rsquo;re heading. Now, TMT is here to look at all sides of the music business and celebrate the most exciting industry on the planet. Don&rsquo;t start your music week without it&hellip;<br><br><strong>About episode 70</strong><br><br>Mark is joined by Alexi Cory-Smith, lawyer, publishing/label executive, and now CEO and founder of Bella Figura.<br><br>Alexi is one of the most respected figures in the rights and legal world, and now she&rsquo;s building her own catalogue acquisition company - Bella Figura.<br><br>The pair discuss Alexi&rsquo;s journey to where she is now, including her time running BMG UK, auditioning to be One Direction&rsquo;s lawyer, and what it&rsquo;s like when Mick Jagger, Barack Obama and The Pope are all in the same room!</p>
<p>​</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p>​</p>
<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>

Stella's ripple effect that continues across the music industry!

<h5><strong>How to write the <span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);">perfect </span>Job Description...</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Most job descriptions don&rsquo;t fail because they&rsquo;re unclear, they fail because they&rsquo;re vague, forgettable and a little boring.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Get it right, and you&rsquo;ll engage people who understand the role, and you will make them excited to proceed. Get it wrong, and you&rsquo;ll waste time sifting through misaligned CVs, restarting briefs, and resetting expectations throughout the recruitment process.</p>
<p>And that&rsquo;s exactly where we come in. At Handle, we can help shape job descriptions that deliver, translating your culture, pulling out the nuances, and ensuring the brief aligns with candidates who are the best fit for both the role and your business. We&rsquo;ll then take your perfect JD and turn it into engaging advertising content and outreach messaging that cuts through.</p>
<p>But... if you&rsquo;re staring at a blank page and want to draft the first version yourself, here&rsquo;s our step-by-step guide to creating the perfect job description.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>STEP ONE</strong></span><strong>:&nbsp;</strong><em>Do the basics brilliantly.</em></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Before anything else, make sure the all the fundamentals are covered and accurate.</p>
<p>This isn&rsquo;t about selling your company, it&rsquo;s about giving information clearly.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Starting</a></span>&nbsp;the basics right with the job title. Make sure your title reflects the role.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Titles like&nbsp;<em>&lsquo;Executive Assistant&rsquo;, &lsquo;Producer&rsquo; and &lsquo;Finance Manager&rsquo;</em>&nbsp;aren&rsquo;t necessarily selling what the job function is.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Specificity is your friend.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><em>Next include:</em></strong></p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Location&nbsp;<em>(and travel if required)</em></p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>The salary or salary range&nbsp;<em>(benchmarked, realistic)</em></p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Is it a permanent, contract, or temporary role</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>Work schedule and flexibility&nbsp;<em>(including remote options)</em></p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>STEP TWO</strong></span><strong>:&nbsp;</strong><em>Spell out the core responsibilities of the role.</em></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Give a clear rundown of the role&rsquo;s responsibilities, and the parts that drive the day to day to give an overview of the function and purpose of the role.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em>Who will they work with? Which teams will they support? What tools will they pick up every morning? What kind of projects will they sink their teeth into?</em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This helps candidates&rsquo; get a sense of what the job&nbsp;<em>feels</em>&nbsp;like.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Instead of saying vague phrases like &lsquo;manage key processes&rsquo; or &lsquo;drive company growth,&rsquo; highlight exactly what they'll be doing.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For example:</p>
<ul>
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<p><a name="_Hlk216271568"></a>&ldquo;Schedule and post content across social channels using Canva.&rdquo;</p>
</li>
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<p>&ldquo;You&rsquo;ll prepare large volumes of financial data in Excel for internal reporting&rdquo;</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>&ldquo;Identify and manage new sales opportunities through HubSpot or Salesforce&rdquo;</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>STEP THREE</strong></span><strong>:&nbsp;</strong><em>Core vs. nice-to-have skills: what is essential and what is a bonus.</em></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Try to keep the &lsquo;must have&rsquo; list short: three or four things are optimum but don&rsquo;t exclude anything critical for the role.</p>
<p>The longer the list the greater people may self-nominate out of the process.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here&rsquo;s the core of what candidates need to know:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p><strong>Skills and qualifications</strong>: What do they absolutely need to bring to the table? Are there any extra qualifications that would make them stand out?</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p><strong>Experience</strong>: How many years should they have worked in this field? Do they need experience with specific programs or tools?</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p><strong>Personality and soft skills</strong>: What traits will help them thrive in this role and your team?</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em>Quick tip:&nbsp;</em>If the role relies on specific skills or qualifications, try adding a simple &ldquo;must-have&rdquo; checklist.</p>
<p>It makes it easier for candidates to see if they qualify and helps you quickly identify the right applications.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>STEP FOUR</strong></span><strong>:&nbsp;</strong><em>What does winning look like?</em></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">Great candidates want to know what they&rsquo;re walking into, not just the perks, but the real challenges of the role.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Be upfront about both the challenges&nbsp;<strong>and how success will be measured</strong>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Spell out the specifics so candidates clearly understand expectations:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst">What will they be accountable for in the first 3 to 6 months?</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Which metrics or outcomes define success?</p>
</li>
<li>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle">Are there any ongoing obstacles they should know about?</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast">What does &lsquo;great&rsquo; look like in this role?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Being upfront not only helps candidates decide if they&rsquo;re the right fit, but also signals that your organisation values transparency, sets people up for success, and attracts those ready to make an impact.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><strong>STEP FIVE</strong></span><strong>:&nbsp;</strong><em>Show, don&rsquo;t just say: DE&amp;I in Action</em></h5>
<p>Lots of employers talk about diversity, but candidates want to&nbsp;<em>see</em>&nbsp;it and they want to know what support they&rsquo;ll actually get once they join.</p>
<p>Don&rsquo;t just drop &ldquo;we&rsquo;re an equal opportunity employer&rdquo; at the bottom of the JD. Be specific.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Show the tangible support your organisation provides:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em>Promote flexible working arrangements, inclusive benefits, diversity training and development opportunities, mentorship programmes, employee resource groups, or outreach projects.</em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">​</p>
<p>Then, build DE&amp;I principles directly into the job description itself:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst">Use inclusive, accessible language throughout.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Make your interview process fair, transparent, and flexible.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Show how you foster a culture where all voices are heard and valued.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>​</p>
<p>If you mention DE&amp;I, make it impactful - not filler.</p>
<p>DE&amp;I shouldn&rsquo;t read like a buzzword; it should be visible in your hiring process, how you support your people day-to-day, and how you bring your company values to life.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Write a JD that pulls in <span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);">Great People</span></strong><strong>:</strong></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">We see so many job descriptions that miss the mark - they list responsibilities but forget they&rsquo;re also a first impression, a talent magnet, and a filter for the right candidate.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tone matters. Use plain, friendly language. Add personality. And don&rsquo;t just list tasks, show impact.&nbsp;Let your candidates see how this role shapes the team, the work, and the creative output.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You can make the application process clearer by outlining:</p>
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>How to apply: &lsquo;s<em>end your CV to this email&rsquo;</em>&nbsp;or &lsquo;<em>apply using this link&rsquo;</em>.</p>
</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">
<p>What candidates may need to apply (portfolio, showreel, case study)</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em>A quick tip:</em>&nbsp;If you&rsquo;re unsure about the details, share the JD with line management and those close to the role.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Follow the steps above, review with the team, and your JD won&rsquo;t just inform, it&rsquo;ll attract the right talent and set everyone up for a smooth hiring process.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Need a <span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);">jumpstart</span></strong><strong>? </strong>Use this template to get going:</h5>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/3011qfp8iuib2g0u7j7mukaarula">Download our free template</a></span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(38, 55, 70);"><a class="secondaryBtn" style="color: rgb(38, 55, 70);" href="/our-services/">Looking to hire great talent?</a></span></p>
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How to write the perfect Job Description

<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">If it&rsquo;s an entry-level role, shouldn&rsquo;t you be able to just&hellip; enter?</h4>
<p>For anyone who doesn't know me, I'm Danielle, and during my time at Handle, I&rsquo;ve helped many land their first entry-level roles in Marketing, Events, and Sales.</p>
<p>It can feel discouraging when you&rsquo;re just starting out and need experience, especially when many entry-level positions seem to ask for it before you even get your foot in the door...</p>
<p align="left">And you&rsquo;re not imagining it.&nbsp;<a href="https://standout-cv.com/stats/entry-level-jobs-statistics-report" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>51.3% of 'entry-level' roles in the UK actually require some level of prior experience</strong></a>, and the average listing asks for around one - three years.</p>
<p>​But here&rsquo;s the good news: 'experience' often doesn&rsquo;t mean what you think it does.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">What employers really mean by 'experience'</h5>
<p>​Sometimes 'one - two years&rsquo; experience' is just copy-and-paste wording that hasn&rsquo;t been tailored.</p>
<p align="left">Don&rsquo;t let that put you off hitting apply.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">What counts as experience...<em>and it&rsquo;s more than you think</em></h5>
<ul class="BulletListStyle1 SCXW26750185 BCX0">
<li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW26750185 BCX0">
<p align="left">Internships or placements</p>
</li>
<li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW26750185 BCX0">
<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">Part-time or temp work</p>
</li>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">Volunteering or side projects</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">Creating content, running a project, or even managing your own hustle</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">Short online courses, volunteering, or even creative projects&nbsp;</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">These aren&rsquo;t &lsquo;just hobbies&rsquo; - they demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and practical skills that employers value.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5 class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left"><strong>My top tip&nbsp;</strong>for applying for entry-level roles:</h5>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">If you&rsquo;re applying for entry-level roles, don&rsquo;t count yourself out too quickly.&nbsp;</p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">The right company will be more interested in what you can bring, and how eager you are to grow - so shout about your transferable skills, talk about your motivations, and keep building while you search.</p>
<p align="left">​</p>
<h5 class="Paragraph SCXW26750185 BCX0" align="left">...Need help getting started?</h5>
<p align="left">If you're at the beginning of your job search, and you feel unsure of where to start, we've&nbsp;put together a bunch of career resources that will be helpful to guide you through this process.</p>
<p align="left">From&nbsp;<em>'how to create the perfect CV' to 'star responses to any interview</em>':</p>
<p align="left">&nbsp;</p>
<p align="left">​</p>
<figure><img src="https://www.handle.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBMUx3anc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--190aaaca401dadbcc128078e72700f6b27df508d/ad204e9e-97fe-4a6f-9d5c-f14401cf07a6" data-src="/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBMUx3anc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--190aaaca401dadbcc128078e72700f6b27df508d/ad204e9e-97fe-4a6f-9d5c-f14401cf07a6"></figure>
<h4 align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/danielle-dot-clarke?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Danielle Clarke​</strong></a></h4>
<h6>Account Manager</h6>
<p>Sales | B2B Marketing | Event Operations</p>
<p>​</p>
<p align="left">​​</p>
<p align="left">​</p>
<p align="left">​</p>
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<p>​​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>

Do you need experience for an entry-level job?

<h4><strong>How to Answer &ldquo;Tell me About Yourself&rdquo;</strong></h4>
<p>You&rsquo;ve just sat down in an interview, and the first question lands:<em>&nbsp;&lsquo;"So, tell me about yourself."</em>&nbsp;Fifteen words in, you can already feel your story slipping away&hellip;</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s one of the most common, and deceptively simple, questions you&rsquo;ll face in a job interview, networking event, or creative meetup.</p>
<p>At our recent&nbsp;<a id="menur4dn" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/handle-recruitment_top-tips-from-our-panel-career-discovery-activity-7391873282083381248-qosl?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=acoaac41wp4bbwpgtbjupr9xh1z2omkzlj6mmli" href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/handle-recruitment_top-tips-from-our-panel-career-discovery-activity-7391873282083381248-qosl?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop&amp;rcm=ACoAAC41Wp4BbwpGTBjuPr9xH1Z2OmkzLJ6MmLI" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Career Discovery Session"><strong>Career Discovery Session</strong></a>, we explored what it really takes to get started in agency life, from creative briefs to career confidence. One thing we would have loved to include, but ran out of time for, was our 'Pitch Yourself' exercise, a practical way to build a short, memorable personal introduction.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5><strong>How the Exercise Works:</strong></h5>
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<p><strong>STEP ONE:&nbsp;</strong>First find someone to run this exercise with (they become the&nbsp;<strong>talent acquisition partner&nbsp;</strong>working for your perfect company, hiring your perfect role)</p>
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<p><strong>STEP TWO:&nbsp;</strong>Your partner asks you one question:&nbsp;<em>&ldquo;Tell me about yourself.&rdquo;</em></p>
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<p><strong>STEP THREE:&nbsp;</strong>Answer with a concise 30 second response as if you were in a real interview.</p>
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<p><strong>STEP FOUR:&nbsp;</strong>Discuss it together: what worked well, what could be clearer, and how it felt to talk about yourself.</p>
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<p><strong>STEP FIVE:&nbsp;</strong>Repeat the exercise another 3, 4, or 5 times. The aim isn&rsquo;t to be perfect, it&rsquo;s about getting comfortable speaking about yourself<strong>.</strong>&nbsp;The more you practice, the more natural it becomes.</p>
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<p><strong>BONUS STEP:</strong>&nbsp;Try the same exercise but using two other frequently asked questions:</p>
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<p><em>&ldquo;What are your strengths and weaknesses?&rdquo;</em></p>
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<p><em>&ldquo;Why are you interested in this role?&rdquo;</em></p>
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</ul>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h5><strong>Next steps...</strong></h5>
<p>What are you waiting for? Find a partner, ask the questions, and give it a go.</p>
<p>You&rsquo;ll be surprised how quickly your confidence grows and how this simple exercise will help create the perfect foundation for any video or IRL interview.</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p>​​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>

How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”

<h4>High Potential Talent Summit 2025 💫</h4>
<p>​</p>
<p>Last week we joined the High Potential Talent Summit 2025 as their Talent Development Partner!<br><br>Lots to reflect on but a special mention to&nbsp;<a id="ember39" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmarichardsonhandle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Emma Richardson</strong></a>&nbsp;who leads our People Experience division and led a panel discussion on 'Building High Performing Diverse Intergenerational Teams'.</p>
<h5><br><br>We&rsquo;ll leave Emma to explain&hellip;</h5>
<p><br>&ldquo;Leaders today have a lot to keep up with! On top of the challenges of the wider generational mix, the awareness of neurodiversity is rising&nbsp;- whilst&nbsp;at the same time DE&amp;I efforts are sadly being scaled back, rebranded, or completely side-lined in some cases. So much to navigate!<br><br>I was joined by&nbsp;<a id="ember40" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-biggam-6038441/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Jenny Biggam</strong></a>,&nbsp;<a id="ember41" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahawonuga/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Hannah Awonuga</strong></a>, and&nbsp;<a id="ember42" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ngriffiths/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Neil Griffiths</strong></a>, who shared their unique perspectives on what it takes to lead with impact and authenticity in this fast-changing landscape. The timing of this session felt perfect, and the ideas shared really resonated with the themes we're seeing from Leaders across the Handle community.<br><br>💡 One thing we ran out of time for, which I&rsquo;d love to explore in future events, is the ever hot topic AI!<br><br>"How do you keep empathy, creativity, and human connection alive across generations as technology takes a bigger role in how teams communicate and collaborate?&rdquo;<br><br>The panel conversation and the whole day of inspiring sessions at the Summit left me energised - and reminded me that effective leadership today requires true authenticity, courage, curiosity, and empathy.<br><br>A big thank you to&nbsp;<a id="ember43" class="ember-view" tabindex="0" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariteminue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Arit Eminue MBE</strong></a>&nbsp;for organising such an incredible day - it was a pleasure to be a part of it! 🤓"</p>
<p>​</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>​</p>

Last week we joined the High Potential Talent Summit 2025...

<h4>Jazz has six years&rsquo; experience working across both the recruitment and events industries and specialises within Event Operations, Sales, and Marketing.</h4>
<p><strong>Some of the key roles Jazz recruits for include:</strong>​</p>
<p>✅ Business Development Managers</p>
<p>✅ Social Media Managers</p>
<p>✅ Sales Executives</p>
<p>✅ Marketing Managers</p>
<p>✅ Commercial Managers</p>
<p>✅ Events Assistants</p>
<p>✅ Project Coordinators</p>
<p>✅ Events Directors</p>
<p><strong>​</strong></p>
<p><strong>If you&rsquo;re considering a new opportunity or need support finding great people, reach out to have a chat with&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/jazz-little?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Jazz</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
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<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>

Meet the team: Jazz Little | Event Operations, Sales, and Marketing Recruitment.

<h5 class="article-editor-paragraph" align="start">Despite a tube strike (and plenty of rain), our consultants made it to two brilliant events in just two days!</h5>
<p class="article-editor-paragraph" align="start"><a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-wade-music?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAB0OQT0BJQ9VDR5uN3SV3WVEjHuDDqJXgiE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>Adam&nbsp;</strong></a>and&nbsp;<a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAACB5KMBvwM0uBuXZ6FyV4PJ8UhJfKXQhcw?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAACB5KMBvwM0uBuXZ6FyV4PJ8UhJfKXQhcw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>Natasha</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>kicked things off at the&nbsp;<a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/plasa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>PLASA</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>at London Olympia, exploring the latest innovations in live entertainment tech - from bold staging setups to jaw-dropping AV displays.</p>
<p align="start">Highlights included Robe&rsquo;s stunning Excalibur live display and thought-provoking chats about the future of live events and the talent driving it forward.</p>
<p class="article-editor-paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" align="start">The very next morning,&nbsp;<a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannealden?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAGPo-IBliRQe3_0xcrE8dW8kU27utOw2O4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>Suzanne</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>and Natasha headed to Chancery Lane for&nbsp;<a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/empower-breakfast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>The emPOWER Breakfast</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>where&nbsp;<a class="article-editor-mention" contenteditable="false" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranipatel?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3AACoAAAL5cdgBiv10t_rbw7G8FyW7CLmSrBInIb8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><strong>Rani Patel</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong>shared her candid and inspiring journey through the ad industry and reminded us of the power of emotional intelligence in work and life.</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production</p>
</li>
</ul>

Out and about with our consultants in London!

<h4><strong>Are you in the unfortunate position of having to make redundancies?</strong></h4>
<p>​A job search often happens by choice, but sometimes, there is no choice.&nbsp;When redundancies happen suddenly, very few are prepared for the impact, personally or professionally.</p>
<p>That&rsquo;s where we can help.</p>
<p>We provide outplacement support for companies across the creative industries, offering practical career coaching and guidance to those facing redundancy.</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5><strong>The benefits for your business:</strong></h5>
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<li>
<p><strong>Support your people:</strong>&nbsp;give employees the tools, confidence, and market insight they need to find new roles faster.</p>
</li>
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<p><strong>Protect your culture:</strong>&nbsp;demonstrate care and responsibility, even during difficult transitions.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>Free up your HR team:</strong>&nbsp;allow People leaders to focus on critical operations, while we deliver the one-to-one support departing employees deserve.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>​</p>
<p>​</p>
<h5><strong>If you&rsquo;re an HR or People professional exploring outplacement support, please complete the form below and we&rsquo;ll be in touch:</strong></h5>
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<div class="form-actions">
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<p>​</p>
<p><strong>If you have recently been made redundant and would like to discuss how you can be supported on a one-to-one basis please&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>get in touch</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
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Outplacement Support - designed for the creative industries

<h6>To support the&nbsp;<strong>FFWDxBIMM Summer Social, our Marketing Director Richard took to the stage to share his insight on employability within the music industry.</strong></h6>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em>&ldquo;Really enjoyed getting on stage yesterday with&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhiapatel/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em><strong>Rhia Patel</strong></em></a><em><strong>&nbsp;</strong></em><em>and&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcarey/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em><strong>Chris Carey</strong></em></a><em>&nbsp;to talk about employability at&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bimm-university/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em><strong>BIMM University</strong></em></a><em>."</em></p>
<p><em>&ldquo;The energy in the room was great, and chatting to&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-rowe-3a01b84/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em><strong>David Rowe</strong></em></a><em>&nbsp;you can see how much every member of BIMM genuinely cares about making sure their students are set up for the future. Think big and take risks!&rdquo;</em></p>
<p>Richard Turrell &ndash; Marketing Director at Handle.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">--------------<br><br><strong>About BIMM</strong><br><br>BIMM Music Institute opens doors to the music industry. With seven colleges based in culturally vibrant cities across the UK, Ireland and Germany, we are Europe&rsquo;s most connected music institute. For over 40 years we have been encouraging creative freedom and providing real-world industry experiences, thanks to our high-end facilities, incredible lecturers and unrivalled network of connections.</p>
<p>​</p>

Handle at BIMM | September 2025

<h5>At Handle, we&rsquo;re proud that so much of our work is driven by recommendations, referrals, and people coming back to us time and again throughout their careers.</h5>
<p>​​Recently, we&rsquo;ve taken a closer look at&nbsp;<a href="https://testimonial.to/share-your-experience/all"><strong>hundreds of candidate and client testimonials</strong></a>&nbsp;to understand what really matters most to the people we support in the Creative Industries.</p>
<p>The following themes came up consistently, and we think they say a lot about who we are, and how we work.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Why Great Brands choose Handle</strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>1</strong><strong>.&nbsp;</strong>Speed &amp; efficiency</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>2</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Quality of candidates</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>3</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Clear communication &amp; reliability</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>4</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Sector expertise &amp; trusted advice</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>5</strong><strong>.&nbsp;</strong>Partnership &amp; going above and beyond</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Why Great Candidates choose Handle</strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>1</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Clear, frequent communication &amp; responsiveness</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>2</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Personal, genuinely caring support</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>3</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Speed &amp; efficiency (a smooth, stress-free process)</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>4</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Great role fit &amp; deep understanding of goals</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>5</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Interview prep, coaching &amp; confidence-building</p>
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<p>​</p>
<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
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<h4 data-key="5"><span data-key="6"><span data-offset-key="6:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Charitable organisations rely on the guidance and expertise of trustees to fulfil their missions and make a positive impact on society. But what exactly are the duties of a charity trustee?</span></strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="7"><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0">Trustees are the people who run charities. They are responsible for ensuring that the charity is run in accordance with its governing documents and that it is accountable to its donors and beneficiaries.</span></span></p>
<p data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0">The specific duties of a trustee will vary depending on the charity. However, some common duties include:</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="13"><span data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="14:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Making decisions in the best interests of the charity -</strong></span><span data-offset-key="14:1"> This means that they must make decisions that are in the best interests of the charity's beneficiaries, not in their own personal interests. Trustees must also avoid conflicts of interest.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="17"><span data-key="18"><span data-offset-key="18:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Overseeing the charity's finances - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="18:1">Trustees are responsible for ensuring that the charity's finances are managed in a responsible and transparent manner. They review the charity's financial statements on a regular basis and make sure that the charity is not overspending.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="21"><span data-key="22"><span data-offset-key="22:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Appointing and evaluating staff - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="22:1">They ensure that the charity has the right people in the right positions and that staff are performing their duties to the best of their ability.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="25"><span data-key="26"><span data-offset-key="26:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Ensuring that the charity complies with all applicable laws and regulations - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="26:1">This includes ensuring that the charity is not engaging in any activities that could be considered illegal or unethical.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="29"><span data-key="30"><span data-offset-key="30:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Representing the charity to the public - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="30:1">They should be willing to speak to the media and to attend public events on behalf of the charity.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="33"><span data-key="34"><span data-offset-key="34:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Keeping donors and beneficiaries informed about the charity's activities and financial situation -</strong></span><span data-offset-key="34:1"> This includes providing regular updates on the charity's progress and making sure that donors and beneficiaries have access to the information they need to make informed decisions about their support.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="36"><span data-key="37"><span data-offset-key="37:0">In addition to these general duties, trustees may also have specific duties related to the charity's mission and goals. For example, a trustee of a charity that provides food to the homeless may be responsible for overseeing the charity's food distribution program.</span></span></p>
<p data-key="38"><span data-key="39"><span data-offset-key="39:0">Trusteeship is a demanding role, but it can also be very rewarding. Trustees have the opportunity to make a difference in their community and to help others. They play a pivotal role in the governance and success of charitable organisations. Their responsibilities encompass a broad range of tasks aimed at supporting the charity's mission, managing resources, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering accountability.</span></span></p>
<p data-key="40"><span data-key="41"><span data-offset-key="41:0">If you are interested in becoming a trustee, it is important to make sure that you have the time, commitment, and skills to fulfil the role.</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="5"><span data-key="6"><span data-offset-key="6:0">In most cases, charity trustees do not get paid. </span></span></h4>
<p data-key="7"><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0">Trusteeship is considered a voluntary position, and trustees are expected to donate their time and expertise to help the charity achieve its mission. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. </span></span></p>
<h5 data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Trustee expenses and payments </span></strong></span></span></h5>
<p data-key="11"><span data-key="12"><span data-offset-key="12:0">In some cases, trustees may be reimbursed for expenses that they incur while serving on the board. For example, trustees may be reimbursed for travel expenses, or for the cost of attending training or educational events. However, trustees should not be paid for their time or services. </span></span></p>
<p data-key="13"><span data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="14:0">If you are considering becoming a charity trustee, it is important to understand the expectations of the position and to make sure that you are comfortable with the level of commitment required.&nbsp;</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="3"><span data-key="4"><span data-offset-key="4:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">​</span></span><span data-offset-key="4:1"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Serving as a trustee is an honourable and influential position, but should you serve?</strong></span></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="6"><span data-key="7"><span data-offset-key="7:0">Like any responsibility, being a trustee comes with its own set of pros and cons. Trusteeships play a crucial role in the non-profit sector, guiding organisations towards their missions and ensuring the effective stewardship of resources. They offer the opportunity to contribute to a cause you care about and can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. However, it's important to weigh the pros and cons before embarking on this role.</span></span></p>
<h5 data-key="8"><span data-key="9"><span data-offset-key="9:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The pros of trusteeship</strong></span></span></span></h5>
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<p data-key="12"><span data-key="13"><span data-offset-key="13:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Opportunity to make a difference in your community - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="13:1">One of the most compelling pros of being a trustee is the ability to make a positive impact. Trustees have the opportunity to use their skills and talents to help others. They can also make a difference in the lives of the charity's beneficiaries.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="16"><span data-key="17"><span data-offset-key="17:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Chance to learn new skills and gain experience in a non-profit management - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:1">Serving as a trustee provides an invaluable opportunity for personal growth and development. Trustees have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated volunteers and to learn from experienced professionals. You will acquire new skills, broaden your knowledge, and enhance your understanding of governance, leadership, and organisational dynamics, fostering your own professional and personal growth.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="20"><span data-key="21"><span data-offset-key="21:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Networking and connections - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="21:1">Being a trustee often involves working closely with other professionals, fellow trustees, and stakeholders. This can expand your professional network and provide opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and learning from others with diverse backgrounds and expertise.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="24"><span data-key="25"><span data-offset-key="25:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Learning about a cause - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="25:1">By becoming a trustee of an organisation that aligns with your interests or passions, you can deepen your understanding of a specific cause or social issue. This can be intellectually stimulating and personally fulfilling, as you become more knowledgeable about the challenges, opportunities, and impact within that field.</span></span></p>
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<h5 data-key="27"><span data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="28:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The cons of trusteeship</strong></span></span></span></h5>
<p data-key="29"><span data-key="30"><span data-offset-key="30:0">While there are many advantages to serving as a trustee, there are some potential challenges and cons to consider. Some of the most common challenges include:</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="33"><span data-key="34"><span data-offset-key="34:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The required time commitment - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="34:1">Being a trustee requires a significant time commitment. Trustees are expected to attend board meetings, participate in decision-making, and actively contribute to the organisation&rsquo;s governance. This can be a lot of work, especially for small charities with limited resources and particularly for individuals with busy schedules or other commitments.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="37"><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Potential for legal liability - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="38:1">Trustees have legal and regulatory responsibilities that must be adhered to. They are required to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including financial reporting requirements, fundraising regulations, and governance guidelines. Failing to meet these obligations can lead to legal consequences and reputational damage for both the charity and the trustee.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="41"><span data-key="42"><span data-offset-key="42:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Potential for conflicts of interest - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="42:1">Trustees may encounter situations where their personal or professional interests' conflict with the best interests of the charity. For example, a trustee who owns a company that provides services or products to the charity may be tempted to make decisions that benefit themselves rather than the charity.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="45"><span data-key="46"><span data-offset-key="46:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Voluntary role - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="46:1">Being a trustee is typically a voluntary position, meaning it is unpaid. While it can be personally fulfilling, the lack of financial compensation may deter individuals who rely on paid work for their livelihood or who have financial constraints.</span></span></p>
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data-slate-leaf="true">Closing date is Thursday 5th of June at 5pm - if you're interested in attending this event, please see the link below.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="7"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="8"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">[Music Industry] intern discovery sessions</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="10"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">When:&nbsp;Thursday 19th June 2025 (18:30 &ndash; 20:30)</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="12"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Where:&nbsp;Central London</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="14"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="15"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">We speak to so many people trying to get started in music. At the same time, we speak to hiring managers and companies struggling to find great interns.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="17"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="18"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Our intern discovery sessions are designed to bridge that gap. If you're looking to take your first step into the music industry, this is a chance to hear from people who work in it, ask honest questions, and get practical advice.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="20"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="21"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">It&rsquo;s not a job interview, just a relaxed, informative session to help you figure out your next steps.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="23"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="24"></span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/music-industry-intern-discovery-sessions" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="25"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Register your interest here</strong></span></a></p>

Last chance to register your interest in our upcoming intern discovery session!

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<h4 data-key="3"><span data-key="4"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Serving as a trustee is an honourable and influential position, but should you serve?</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="6"><span data-offset-key="7:0">Like any responsibility, being a trustee comes with its own set of pros and cons. Trusteeships play a crucial role in the non-profit sector, guiding organisations towards their missions and ensuring the effective stewardship of resources. They offer the opportunity to contribute to a cause you care about and can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. However, it's important to weigh the pros and cons before embarking on this role.</span></p>
<h6 data-key="8"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The pros of trusteeship</strong></span></h6>
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<p data-key="12"><span data-key="13"><span data-offset-key="13:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Opportunity to make a difference in your community - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="13:1">One of the most compelling pros of being a trustee is the ability to make a positive impact. Trustees have the opportunity to use their skills and talents to help others. They can also make a difference in the lives of the charity's beneficiaries.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="16"><span data-key="17"><span data-offset-key="17:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Chance to learn new skills and gain experience in a non-profit management - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:1">Serving as a trustee provides an invaluable opportunity for personal growth and development. Trustees have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated volunteers and to learn from experienced professionals. You will acquire new skills, broaden your knowledge, and enhance your understanding of governance, leadership, and organisational dynamics, fostering your own professional and personal growth.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="20"><span data-key="21"><span data-offset-key="21:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Networking and connections - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="21:1">Being a trustee often involves working closely with other professionals, fellow trustees, and stakeholders. This can expand your professional network and provide opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and learning from others with diverse backgrounds and expertise.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="24"><span data-key="25"><span data-offset-key="25:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Learning about a cause - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="25:1">By becoming a trustee of an organisation that aligns with your interests or passions, you can deepen your understanding of a specific cause or social issue. This can be intellectually stimulating and personally fulfilling, as you become more knowledgeable about the challenges, opportunities, and impact within that field.</span></span></p>
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<h6 data-key="27"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The cons of trusteeship</strong></span></h6>
<p data-key="29"><span data-offset-key="30:0">While there are many advantages to serving as a trustee, there are some potential challenges and cons to consider. Some of the most common challenges include:</span></p>
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<p data-key="33"><span data-key="34"><span data-offset-key="34:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">The required time commitment - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="34:1">Being a trustee requires a significant time commitment. Trustees are expected to attend board meetings, participate in decision-making, and actively contribute to the organisation&rsquo;s governance. This can be a lot of work, especially for small charities with limited resources and particularly for individuals with busy schedules or other commitments.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="37"><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Potential for legal liability - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="38:1">Trustees have legal and regulatory responsibilities that must be adhered to. They are required to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including financial reporting requirements, fundraising regulations, and governance guidelines. Failing to meet these obligations can lead to legal consequences and reputational damage for both the charity and the trustee.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="41"><span data-key="42"><span data-offset-key="42:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Potential for conflicts of interest - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="42:1">Trustees may encounter situations where their personal or professional interests' conflict with the best interests of the charity. For example, a trustee who owns a company that provides services or products to the charity may be tempted to make decisions that benefit themselves rather than the charity.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="45"><span data-key="46"><span data-offset-key="46:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Voluntary role - </strong></span><span data-offset-key="46:1">Being a trustee is typically a voluntary position, meaning it is unpaid. While it can be personally fulfilling, the lack of financial compensation may deter individuals who rely on paid work for their livelihood or who have financial constraints.</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="50"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Other blogs in this series</span></h4>
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<h6 data-key="54"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2024/05/what-is-a-charity-trustee?" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="55"><span data-offset-key="56:0">What is a charity trustee?</span></a></h6>
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<h6 data-key="74"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2024/05/do-i-need-any-qualifications-to-be-a-charity-trustee" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="75"><span data-offset-key="76:0">What qualifications do you need to be a charity trustee?</span></a></h6>
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<p data-key="88"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</strong></span></p>
<p data-key="90"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up. </span></p>
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<p data-key="97"><span data-slate-leaf="true">The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance. </span></p>
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<p data-key="13"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Join </span><a id="ember134" class="ember-view" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-wade-music/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="15"><span data-offset-key="16:0">Adam Wade</span></a><span data-slate-leaf="true">and </span><a id="ember135" class="ember-view" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-johnston-handle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="18"><span data-offset-key="19:0">David Johnston</span></a><span data-slate-leaf="true"> for 15-minute one-to-one sessions offering personalised career support and insider advice:</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="21"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="22"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">📍 Where: Leonardo Royal Hotel</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="24"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="25"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">📍&nbsp;When: Saturday 17th between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="27"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="28"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Whether you're an aspiring professional or already working in music, our consultants will be providing career guidance and sharing top tips on how to find your next role. These sessions are for anyone looking to work in the music industry, but not as a musician. Think roles in marketing, PR, A&amp;R, digital, events, operations, and beyond.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="30"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="31"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Walk in appointments are available but to avoid missing out </span><a href="https://lnkd.in/eSACpNJr" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="33"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">you can pre-book your slot</strong></span></a><span data-slate-leaf="true">!</span></p>
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<p data-key="45"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up. </span></p>
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<h4>Ready to take your first steps into a finance role in the creative industries?</h4>
<p class="paragraph">There&rsquo;s no shortage of finance graduates &ndash; but there is a shortage of graduates with strong CVs.</p>
<p class="paragraph">A detailed CV that displays your qualifications, as well as your passion for your chosen industry, is crucial in getting you through the door to your first role. Below is our breakdown of what makes a strong finance CV.</p>
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<h5>Must-haves</h5>
<p>These are your fundamentals and will inform the recruiter of the type of person you want to come across as.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="paragraph">Before anything else &ndash; your&nbsp;<strong>financial qualifications&nbsp;</strong>must be front and centre.</p>
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<p>List your accountancy qualifications followed by your university grade. Ensure this is all correctly formatted and easy to see at first glance for the hiring manager.</p>
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<p>This should cover any qualifications you have attained: AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA etc. You should also clarify how far along in these qualifications you are.</p>
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<p>Make sure your&nbsp;<strong>university grades</strong>&nbsp;are clearly stated &ndash; what your final grade was will give a better steer of how many exemptions you have.</p>
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<p>List your&nbsp;<strong>hard skills</strong>&nbsp;and software training you have -<a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20260208080633/https://www.kbmtr.co.uk/xero-certification-course.php">&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);">Xero</span></a>,&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20260208080633/https://www.kbmtr.co.uk/quickbooks-training.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Quickbooks</a></span>,&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20260208080633/https://www.kbmtr.co.uk/sage-50-training.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sage 50</a></span>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"><a style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20260208080633/https://www.linkedin.com/learning/subscription/topics/excel?src=go-pa&amp;trk=sem-ga_campid.11707274872_asid.113135628145_crid.482343952061_kw.linkedin%20learning%20excel_d.c_tid.kwd-322208830019_n.g_mt.e_geo.9045997&amp;mcid=6841876146393514202&amp;cid=&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwuZGnBhD1ARIsACxbAVjpBvRgpqvQpP-HQAlBulsHk7-pLd-M46OHuzld3pHC6LbY1L8OzEIaAsV8EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Excel</a></span>. Companies we speak to will be looking for experience learning VLOOKUP and PivotTables (these are usually the minimum requirements on job specs for finance graduates).</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">How to stand out</h5>
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<p class="paragraph">The key to getting a finance role in a creative company is to show your passion for the industry. If you have done any projects outside of your studies that relate to the company you&rsquo;re applying for, this will set you apart from a sea of qualified finance graduates!</p>
<p>Eg. If you&rsquo;re applying for a finance role within a record label, having a proven interest in music will make a huge difference &ndash; writing a music blog, DJing, or helping with a music organisation are all good examples.</p>
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<p>Hiring managers are looking for candidates who are willing to go the extra mile. Having some form of experience will make a huge difference, whether it&rsquo;s having done a placement during university in a finance role, or even an internship outside of uni. If you have this experience &ndash; list this high up in your CV with a list of duties you assisted with.</p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst">Volunteering with your university treasury team or local businesses will show you've been proactive in preparing for your career. Speak about projects you may have been involved in that required you to budget, fundraise or document any finance-related information.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<h4><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/6404gkmfnmfumklsutuxoihqjj0c">Download our template&nbsp;</a></span></h4>
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<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
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<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
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<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
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<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
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How to write the perfect Finance CV

<h3><strong>Getting your first job in the<span style="color: rgb(228, 0, 126);"> music industry</span> is an exciting experience but it can be daunting.</strong></h3>
<p>Whether you are applying to a record label, agency, live music company, streaming or merchandise platform - music industry jobs are extremely competitive.</p>
<p>But if you are up for the challenge we've created a&nbsp;<a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20260208081314/https://www.handle.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBM2ZZUnc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--fa3ee1b5a112520fc4c4976146d9b6bec7db3d12/Music%20CV%20Template%20-%20Handle%20Recruitment.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><u>music industry CV template</u></a> to help you stand out.</p>
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<h5>What is different about a music industry CV?</h5>
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<p>If your role requires being savvy with social media and presentation, format your CV to display your flair for design. Keep it cohesive, clean and easy to read, but don&rsquo;t be afraid to make it look unique.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The music industry is pretty results-driven, as creative as it is &ndash; so anything you list as an achievement, provide hard figures outlining how this improved things or benefitted the business. Good examples could be if you grew an artist&rsquo;s fanbase on social media, grew listenership or brought in good results from a campaign you managed.</p>
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<h4>How to stand out:</h4>
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<p class="paragraph" align="justify"><strong>Include a portfolio:</strong>&nbsp;What have you got to show? Housing projects on a portfolio document or website that can be attached to your CV will make a huge difference - this could be any involvement in social or video campaigns, artist branding, social campaigns, and more.</p>
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<p align="justify"><strong>Internships, internships, internships</strong>: It's not the make or break, but larger brands may come to expect you to have completed a music industry internship or two. If you have, explain how long each placement was for and what you achieved during your internship.</p>
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<p align="justify"><strong>Tailor your CV:&nbsp;</strong>Review the job spec of the role you're applying for and include examples of tasks or scenarios where you've shown a competency that the company are looking for. This could be during an internship, apprenticeship or a project taken on during college or uni.</p>
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<p align="justify">If you have any music-related brands or businesses you manage, as well as any social media profiles for said brand, provide a link for them to check it out.&nbsp;</p>
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<p align="justify">If you create music yourself, add your socials and what your successes have been. It's a clear way of showing you care about this industry if you actively partake in it.</p>
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<h5>Must-haves</h5>
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<p align="justify">Contact details: Phone number, Email.</p>
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<p align="justify">Your opening statement has got to be strong and display in a couple of lines how you stand out from the competition &ndash; speak about your experience, what specific area of the industry you wish to specialise in, and where you&rsquo;re at now in your career.</p>
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</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h4>Download our template below:</h4>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/c6m043rf821kun0831fpjuumj9xj" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Music Industry CV Template (entry-level)</a></p>
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<p><strong>About Handle Recruitment</strong></p>
<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Supporting Great People in Marketing | Finance | HR | Office Support | Sales | Legal | Event Operations | Post-Production.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Talent Solutions we provide, Permanent, Temporary and Interim Recruitment | People Consultancy | Outsourced Freelancer Payroll &amp; Compliance.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>The Industries we support: Music | Film | TV | Entertainment | Fashion | Live Events | Sport | Publishing | Post-production.</p>
</li>
</ul>
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How to write the perfect music industry CV

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<h5 class="MsoNormal" data-key="9"><span data-offset-key="10:0">Having shared my </span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2024/10/q4-24-events-industry-recruitment" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="11"><span data-offset-key="12:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Q4 2024 events industry recruitment update</strong></span></a><span data-key="13"><span data-offset-key="13:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">,</strong></span><span data-offset-key="13:1"> as a part two I wanted to look ahead to 2025 and share the events jobs that we expect to be in demand in 2025.</span></span></h5>
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<h5 class="MsoListParagraph" data-key="17"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">1. </span></strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="19"><span data-offset-key="20:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Event Producers (temporary)</strong></span></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="21"><span data-offset-key="22:0">No real surprise that Event Producers are forecasted to be in high demand, with many businesses offering temporary assignments on average 3-6 months. Interestingly, many of our clients are mentioning looking to secure their event teams earlier than usual as well. On paper this is positive, but it does increase the importance of connecting with Event Producers that are not immediately looking for a new role.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="23"></span></p>
<h5 class="MsoListParagraph" data-key="24"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">2. </span></strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="26"><span data-offset-key="27:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Guest Experience Managers</strong></span></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="29:0">With tighter events budgets, the focus on providing an exceptional guest experience has never been more important. Guest Experience Managers that thrive in leaner teams and like to solve challenges have never been so valuable.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="30"></span></p>
<h5 class="MsoListParagraph" data-key="31"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">3.&nbsp;</span></strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="33"><span data-offset-key="34:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Senior Marketing Executives</strong></span></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="35"><span data-offset-key="36:0">As acquisitions and expansion continues, we&rsquo;ve seen a growing demand for Senior Marketing Executives with expertise in brand integration. Our clients are looking for marketers that can successfully incorporate newly acquired brands into the wider organisation and do it with impressive internal comms and relationship building.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="37"></span></p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" data-key="38"><span data-key="39"><span data-offset-key="39:0">&nbsp;</span><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">4.&nbsp;</span></strong></span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="41"><span data-offset-key="42:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Awards Specialists</strong></span></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="43"><span data-offset-key="44:0">To support sustainable growth strategies, awards and recognition has never been more important. The only challenge is that the competition for awards has never been higher! The most in-demand profiles are candidates that can demonstrate a genuine passion, and are comfortable delivering to a high standard in the time limitations. </span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="45"></span></p>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" data-key="46"><span data-key="47"><span data-offset-key="47:0">&nbsp;</span><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">5. </span></strong></span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="49"><span data-offset-key="50:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Delegate Sales Executives (Temp to Perm)</strong></span></a></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="51"><span data-offset-key="52:0">With a lot of positivity for 2025, many of our clients are looking to quickly inflate their sales teams and we are seeing Delegate Sales Executives increasingly being hired on a temp-to-perm basis. Allowing companies to scale based on project needs, with the potential for temporary roles to evolve into longer-term positions if the anticipated demand is achieved.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="58"><span data-offset-key="59:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">This blog was posted by&nbsp;</strong></span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/andrea-pell?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="60"><span data-offset-key="61:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Andrea Pell</strong></span></a><span data-offset-key="62:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">&nbsp;- Director (Sales | B2B Marketing | Event Operations)</strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" data-key="63"><span data-offset-key="64:0">From data planners to revenue generators, the candidates I support work on industry leading events, trailblazing B2B marketing campaigns and help SaaS platforms and creative brands realise their potential.</span></p>
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<p data-key="69"><span data-offset-key="70:0">The specialisms I cover:&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/sales?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="71"><span data-offset-key="72:0">Sales recruitment</span></a><span data-offset-key="73:0">&nbsp;|&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/marketing-and-communications?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="74"><span data-offset-key="75:0">Marketing recruitment</span></a><span data-offset-key="76:0">&nbsp;|&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/media-and-events?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="77"><span data-offset-key="78:0">Event Operations recruitment</span></a></p>
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<h4 data-key="2"><span data-offset-key="3:0">​Have you ever taken comfort (maybe not publicly!) in knowing that there is essentially a 24-month window before an employee can bring an unfair dismissal claim?</span></h4>
<p align="start" data-key="4"><span data-offset-key="5:0">All that is about to change with the new Labour government&rsquo;s proposed introduction of day one rights for employees.</span></p>
<h5 data-key="6"><span data-offset-key="7:0">What is changing? </span></h5>
<p data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="9:0">The detail is not there quite yet, although the government has made it clear that we should be preparing for the introduction of &ldquo;day one rights&rdquo; for employees, suggesting that employees will no longer need to complete a qualifying period of service to lodge an unfair dismissal claim with an employment tribunal. </span></p>
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<p data-key="11"><span data-offset-key="12:0">However, what Labour actually says is that it will be &lsquo;subject to contractual probationary periods&rsquo;. Suggesting that employers will be able to dismiss without fear of dismissal claims if the dismissal takes effect during a contractual probationary period. </span></p>
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<p data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="15:0">What we can assume, and you need to prepare for, how you use probation periods and design an onboarding process that will drive success and highlight underperformance. </span></p>
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Day one rights – why embedding a robust probation process has become even more important

Q4 2024 events industry recruitment update

<h2 data-key="2"><span data-slate-leaf="true">The clock is ticking&hellip; you have less than one month to prepare for the 26th October changes.</span></h2>
<p data-key="4"><span data-slate-leaf="true">But hasn&rsquo;t sexual harassment been illegal in the UK for years? Yes, of course. It is currently unlawful to engage in any conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment for an employee.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="6"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="7"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">This new legislation is a further step towards eradicating sexual harassment of employees in the course of employment.</span></p>
<p data-key="9"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">WHAT IS CHANGING?</span></strong><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="11"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="12"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Currently, the main agenda for Tribunals is to determine if sexual harassment has actually taken place. From 26th October 2024 the Tribunal will also be examining whether the employer has taken REASONABLE steps to PREVENT sexual harassment occurring.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="14"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="15"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">If the Industrial Tribunal finds the employer did not take reasonable steps, they may increase the compensation due to the employee by up to 25%.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="17"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="18"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">So what steps do you need to take before the 26th October deadline?</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="20"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="21"></span><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">🔗 Read the latest </span></strong><a href="https://talent-halo.com/employers-duty-to-prevent-sexual-harassment-of-employees/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="23"><span data-key="24"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Talent Halo </span></strong><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">blog</span></strong></span></a><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true"> post for </span></strong><a id="ember2036" class="ember-view" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gill-bell-1275746/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="27"><span data-offset-key="28:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Gill Bell</strong></span></a><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">'s action plan. </span></strong></p>
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NEW EVENT: Careering Through Parenthood 

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<h4 data-key="5"><span data-slate-leaf="true">⚠ One week to go and there are only a few spaces left ⚠</span></h4>
<p data-key="7"><span data-slate-leaf="true">𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: exploring 6G workplace strategies</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="9"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="10"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">⌚ Wednesday 11th September 2024 (09:30 - 11:00)</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="12"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="13"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">📍 Farringdon &ndash; London</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="15"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="16"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">📋 For HR and People Leaders within the creative industries.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="18"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="19"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">------</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="21"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="22"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">With up to six generations now active in the workplace, organisations are navigating complex dynamics that affect everything from DE&amp;I to communication and leadership styles.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="24"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="25"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">Hosted by </span><a id="ember9919" class="ember-view" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zo%C3%AB-cotter-morton-6039a726/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="27"><span data-offset-key="28:0">Zo&euml; Cotter-Morton</span></a><span data-slate-leaf="true">, this interactive session will explore the latest workplace trends, emerging patterns in employment tribunals, and actionable strategies for people leaders to support their teams and organisations effectively.</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="30"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="31"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐒 𝐁𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘</span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="33"></span><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="34"></span><span data-slate-leaf="true">If you would like to attend this event or be considered for future events, please message </span><a id="ember9920" class="ember-view" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-benn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="36"><span data-offset-key="37:0">Charlotte Benn</span></a><span data-slate-leaf="true">for more information.</span></p>
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EVENT: Intergenerational communication | exploring 6G workplace strategies

<p><strong>When:</strong>&nbsp;Tue, 2 Jul 2024,18:30 - 21:00</p>
<p><strong>Where:</strong>&nbsp;London</p>
<p>Whether you're a parent, work with a parent, manage a parent, or are contemplating future parenthood, understanding the intersection of parenting and career is crucial.</p>
<p>Join UpliftUs for an exciting event where we dive into the world of balancing career and parenthood. Learn from experienced professionals and parents who have successfully navigated the challenges of juggling work and family life. From tips on time management to strategies for career growth while raising a family, this event has got you covered. Connect with like-minded individuals, share your own experiences, and gain valuable insights to thrive in both your professional and personal life. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network, learn, and grow!</p>
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<p>Don&rsquo;t miss this opportunity to explore how parenting intersects with professional growth and to discover what is needed to thrive in both spheres. Join us for a rich exchange of ideas, stories, support, and practical guidance.</p>
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<p align="left"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/careering-through-parenthood-tickets-924487997487" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register for this event</a></p>
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EVENT: What Impact does being a Parent have on our Careers?

<h4 align="start">A big welcome to Suzanne Boast &ndash; who joins Handle as a Senior Manager.</h4>
<p align="start">Suzanne is an experienced creative industries recruitment consultant who has worked on various permanent and contract roles within media for over 15 years and holds a CIPD Level 5 qualification.</p>
<p align="start"><strong>The specialisms Suzanne will cover include:&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p align="start">Exec Producers / Agency Producers | Post Producers | Editors | Motion Graphics / Motion Design | Edit Assistants | Creative Services | Account Management | Operations / Tech Ops.</p>
<p align="start"><strong>And the core industries she supports will be:</strong><br><br>✅Advertising<br>✅Post-Production<br>✅Broadcast<br>✅Creative Services</p>
<p align="start"><strong>So if you are:</strong><br><br>🔥looking for a new fixed-term contract or permanent role<br><br>🔥a hiring manager struggling to find exceptional talent for your brand<br><br>🔥or interested in the latest insight and talent trends<br><br><strong>Don't hesitate to get in touch with&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/suzanne-boast" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Suzanne.</strong></a></p>
<p align="start">#newjob #creativeindustries #recruitment</p>
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A big Handle welcome to Suzanne Boast!

<p><strong>This week we celebrate Breadwinners, a grassroots charity providing employment and training for refugees and young people seeking asylum.</strong></p>
<p>In 2015, Marika Wilson and John Lister came up with the idea for breadwinners, launching as a charity in the next year. Since then Breadwinners has gone from strength to strength.</p>
<p>Originally helping young people set up their own fresh bread bike delivery service, to developing its E-commerce presence, increasing their reach into Brighton, and launching their Wholesale Service, all with the help of the participants of their programmes</p>
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<p align="left"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://www.breadwinners.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Discover more about Breadwinners</a></p>
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A focus on Breadwinners

<p>📷&nbsp;<strong>Konstantin Mishchenko</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>This post was written by our very own Senior Manager&nbsp;</strong></em><a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/meet-the-team/jenny-o-halloran/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><em>Jenny O'Halloran</em></strong></a><strong><em>.&nbsp;</em></strong><em><strong>Specialising in the fashion industry, Jenny provides her insight on getting your CV noticed,</strong></em></p>
<p>Sadly, this year the retail sector has been rocked by the sudden closure of brands, there are a lot more candidates looking for work, so it&rsquo;s never been more important to make your cv stand out.</p>
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<h4><strong>Start strong</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">Start with a summary of your skills and key accomplishments. Make it snappy and to the point to attract and grab their attention from the outset. Might sounds silly to highlight, but please make sure your cv is in chronological order&nbsp;starting from the current or most recent one and following up with previous jobs below. And no more than 2 pages please.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A personal profile is important and tells the recruiter exactly who you are, so you want to make the right impression.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Example:&nbsp;</strong><em>I am a hardworking, enthusiastic, and committed individual with a proven track record in Merchandising. I have strong Excel and analytical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills. I am eager to be challenged to grow and expand on the skillset I have gained through my experience in the fashion sector.&rdquo;</em></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Instead of just listing your past responsibilities, make sure your cv stands out by emphasizing your results showing your accomplishments:</p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraph">Think bigger picture also &ndash; why you saw the opportunity, who did you have to partner with to achieve the results.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>For example</strong>, instead of saying &ldquo;<em>I helped to increase product engagement for Brand X</em>&rdquo;, write &ldquo;<em>I increased product engagement by 42% for Brand X</em>&rdquo;.</p>
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<h4><strong>Adapt your cv for the job you want</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">I always advise candidates to cross reference their cv with the job description for the role you&rsquo;re applying for. Don&rsquo;t embellish anything, but we&rsquo;re all guilty of not selling ourselves and sometimes reading a JD can highlight tasks you&rsquo;re doing day-to-day that aren&rsquo;t necessarily on your cv. It will take longer, but it will help get you the perfect role for you so it&rsquo;s time well spent!</p>
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<h4><strong>Highlight achievements</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">I&rsquo;m a big fan of listing some key achievements under every role. It shows the employer growth and personal development. It proves how you have grown and changed in your roles, and the accomplishments you have achieved. This will show that you have learnt a lot from your past positions, and that you are committed to learning and expanding your skill set.</p>
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<h4><strong>Demonstrate that you are connected</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">Whether it be at university or in past job roles, you will have met an array of different people, so make sure this comes through. It shows that you have strong communication skills, and this is something that employers value greatly. When you get to interview stage, be nosy and link in with the line managers you&rsquo;re meeting taking in their career development.</p>
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<h4><strong>Show industry insight</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">An awareness of the industry you are applying for will show the recruiter that you can stay on top of trends. You will be a lot more attractive to employers if you are able to demonstrate knowledge of the industry, so make sure you are up to date with any news and industry changes. This will also help you if you reach interview stage &ndash; all social channels should be viewed and absorbed.</p>
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<h4><strong>Use power words</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">Using power words will emphasise your accomplishments and will give your CV additional impact. Include words such as&nbsp;<em>adaptable</em>,&nbsp;<em>innovative</em>,&nbsp;<em>implemented</em>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<em>achieved</em>&nbsp;for each of your roles, and follow up with impressive results or outcomes which demonstrate what you have delivered.</p>
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<h4><strong>To summarise</strong></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">Creating the perfect CV can be quite time-consuming, but it is your opportunity to show off your accomplishments and skills to the employer. The more you study the job description and the industry, the better equipped you will be to make your CV stand out.</p>

7 tips to get your CV noticed in a difficult market

<p>This post was written by Arit Eminue MBE, People, Inclusion and Culture Specialist All Things People &amp; Talent</p>
<p>​This roundtable couldn&rsquo;t have been timelier, considering the recent unacceptable racism faced by Diane Abbott, the reduction of investment into DEI, and the sharp critiques and outspoken scepticism from some high-profile names on DEI; I felt now was time to have a private forum for internal DEI leaders to explore and unpick the impact of the backlash, the challenges, explore solutions, network, and collectively exhale &ndash; albeit momentarily. The range of industries around the table and the willingness to openly share perspectives and experiences reinforced the need for People, Inclusion, and Culture leaders to connect and collaborate. I&rsquo;m looking forward to hosting more roundtables soon. This document outlines our key takeaways. Two themes resonated deeply with me: the critical need for accountability measures for leaders and managers and greater partnership between HR leaders and their counterparts leading DEI.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle-email.com/c/AQijahDm2_IGGOzI-VkgypaWngH9pvv-2zZ2qtgsS5XOk72Cfbsfk6lQX5-TUFZXyfbLcQ">Download your copy of the talking talent report</a></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
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<p align="left">​Produced in partnership with Handle Freelance Solutions, THE BACK LOUNGE and UK LIVE Event Freelancers Forum,&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/LIVEreport2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&lsquo;Powered by Freelancers - The Live Music Edition 2024&rsquo;</a>&nbsp;is the first in-depth analysis of its kind and was commissioned to help understand and identify&nbsp;the&nbsp;changes required to improve the experience of the freelancers who are crucial to the success of the live music industry.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">1,281 live music freelancers contributed to this survey with 87% of respondents stating that &ldquo;freelance work provides my primary income.&rdquo;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">The UK&rsquo;s live music industry generated &pound;5.2 billion in 2022 and the summer of 2023 showcased a post-pandemic resurgence for much of the sector, despite challenges remaining for grassroots music. This report identifies a core positivity but with key concerns and suggestions for improvement and demonstrates how the live music industry can become an even more attractive, inclusive, and safe space to work for all.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">One of the key findings was that 73% of respondents agreed that live music is a great industry for freelancers to work in, with over 60% feeling &lsquo;optimistic&rsquo; about the next 12 months. However, the report also highlights areas where changes are required to improve the experience of freelancers, which include financial security, better pay, flexibility and work-life balance; factors that are becoming increasingly important to those working in live music.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">Around recruitment and securing work, 59% of respondents agreed that enough freelance jobs were available, but 56% said that they found it difficult to access or secure those roles. This also raised issues among younger people and non-male respondents with some expressing less optimism about job security and more difficulty finding work. Throughout the report, varying factors around age and gender point towards an imbalance that demonstrates the need to nurture opportunity and diversity to ensure that the industry attracts a wide range of new talent and is a secure and positive place to work.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">The cancellation of work by event organisers at short notice also emerged as a key concern for many of those taking part in the survey. With less than half of respondents (49%) having signed contracts in the last 12 months before agreeing roles, a similar percentage have experienced cancellation of work in the same period with 48% having jobs cancelled with less than one week&rsquo;s notice.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">Darren Woolnough, Managing Director at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handlefreelancesolutions.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><u>Handle Freelance Solutions</u></strong></a>&nbsp;said, &ldquo;The research mirrors the conversations that we have daily. It highlights a significant concern where late payments and a lack of formal contracts can often be normalised within the freelance community. Instead of pointing fingers, our commitment is to provide the guidance and solutions to help companies understand how they can deliver an exceptional freelancer experience and this research is invaluable to helping us do exactly that.&rdquo;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">Suzi Green, Founder of THE BACK LOUNGE said, &ldquo;Thanks to everyone who took the time to fill in the survey, we now have an invaluable temperature check of where we as an industry, powered predominantly by freelancers, are at, right now. Hopefully it will spark conversations, provoke reactions, and ultimately help influence positive change in some of the areas where change is much needed.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">Paul Jones, Director of Ethix Management, the Event Production &amp; Management Specialists said, "Having worked on this since July last year when the idea came to life, I feel both privileged and very proud to be part of an amazing team who have given their all to dive deep into the freelance world and then see the remarkable responses. Taking this survey data forward to help professional freelancers in the live sector become better supported is now one of the priorities. Having previewed to audiences, we have seen some very positive reactions and hope they become a main topic of conversation on improving an industry that so many are incredibly passionate about.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="justify">Jon Collins CEO of LIVE said, &ldquo;Freelancers are crucial to the success of the live music ecosystem and our industry relies on them to deliver unforgettable experiences for fans. That is why LIVE was delighted to partner with Handle Freelance Solutions, THE BACK LOUNGE and UK LIVE Event Freelancers Forum to produce this ground breaking report, the first of its kind, and in doing so deliver invaluable insight into the freelance experience. Much in the report is great to see, not least the resoundingly positive response from people when asked if ours is a great industry to be in. Of course, reports like this willalways highlight opportunitiesfor improvement and we will be taking all of these learnings and funnelling them into the work of our LIVE Workforce group, where industry experts alongside ED&amp;I and workforce specialists work towards objectives that positively impact the current and future workforce of our industry.&rdquo;</p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://www.handlefreelancesolutions.co.uk/live-launch-powered-by-freelancers-2024/">​Download your copy</a></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="135"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-key="138"><span data-offset-key="138:0">Search for your next role</span></span></a></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="139"><span style="color: #000000;"><a class="secondaryBtn" style="color: #000000;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/looking-for-a-new-role" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Or, are you looking to hire great talent?</a></span></p>
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LIVE launch ‘Powered by Freelancers – the Live Music Edition 2024’

Restore The Music awards £180K to 11 Schools in London, Newcastle, Manchester and Birmingham

<h4><strong>🚨Please be vigilant of recruitment scams🚨</strong></h4>
<p class="x_MsoNormal" align="start">Imitation is supposedly the sincerest form of flattery. It really isn&rsquo;t! The recruitment industry has recently seen an increase in scammers sending unsolicited WhatsApp, Facebook, and SMS messages offering work opportunities that do not exist. In most cases the scammer has simply copied and pasted the name of an actual recruitment consultant into their message or profile. It might not be very sophisticated, but it is hugely distressing for both the target of the scam, and the person the scammer is imitating.&nbsp;Do not share any personal info until you have verified if the message is legitimate!</p>
<h4 class="x_MsoNormal" align="start"><strong>So what can you do?</strong></h4>
<p align="start">If you have received an unexpected SMS or WhatsApp message from someone claiming to work for Handle Recruitment, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>handle.co.uk/consultants</strong></a><strong>or&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>handle.co.uk/contact-us</strong></a>and message the consultant directly.</p>
<p align="start">And if you think that you have shared any personal information with a potential scammer please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>report the scam to Action Fraud</em></a><em>.<br><br></em></p>
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<p data-key="125"><span data-key="128"><span data-offset-key="128:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="135"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-key="138"><span data-offset-key="138:0">Search for your next role</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p>​It was an absolute pleasure to host another UpliftTOGETHER networking event and to support so many exceptional women.</p>
<p>Focusing on &ldquo;How do we develop Transferable and Future Skills?&rdquo;, alongside many new and returning faces, our very own <a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/melanie-leighton?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melanie</a>,<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/emma-richardson?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Emma</a>,<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/emma-dadswell?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Emma</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/stephanie-leetch?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stephanie</a>, joined the UpliftHER ambassadors to facilitate a series of break-out sessions.</p>
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<p align="left">If you were unable to make this session, don&rsquo;t worry as this is the first of four events that we are hosting this year for UpliftHER &ndash; so make sure you follow us and connect with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymercer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amy Mercer</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-graham-3b642993/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Christina Graham</a>!</p>
<p align="left">Many of our Handle staff also attended the event, here is what they had to say:</p>
<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/bobbie-turner?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Bobbie Turner, Managing Consultant</strong></a></p>
<p align="left"><em>"The UpliftHER event was inspiring and encouraged some meaningful conversations around being a woman in the creative industry - now networking feels like a less daunting and rewarding activity!"</em></p>
<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/melanie-leighton?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Melanie Leighton, Consultant</strong></a></p>
<p align="left"><em>"Successful event, and an enjoyable evening. There is something very empowering with a room full of women."</em></p>
<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/stephanie-leetch?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Steph Leetch, Consultant</strong></a></p>
<p align="left"><em>"A warm environment to chat and share ideas, including new tech &amp; AI and the value of a mentor, it was great to meet so many women!"</em></p>
<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/gill-bell?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Gill Bell , Executive Director of People and Executive Coaching</strong></a></p>
<p align="left"><em>"3 hours at the UpliftHER event was 3 hours very well spent; a time for some reflection, connecting with someone who could help me solve a problem and sharing my experiences with those in their early career journeys."</em></p>
<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/consultants/miah-beal?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Miah Beal, Head of Client Services, Handle Freelance Solutions</strong></a></p>
<p align="left"><em>"The UpliftHER event on Tuesday gave women working within the creative industry a platform to share insight into the prospects and challenges within the industry, whilst also building a wider network. I found it to be an extremely empowering and motivating event, that was also supportive and friendly and focused on taking away the &lsquo;daunting&rsquo; aspect of networking."</em></p>
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<p align="left"><strong>About UpliftHER</strong></p>
<p align="left">UpliftHER events promote growth and development by creating community and are specifically designed to make networking less daunting and more accessible for women.</p>
<p align="left">🔗<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplifther/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Connect and follow on LinkedIn</a><br><br>🔗<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9320447/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Join the public LinkedIn Group&nbsp;</a><br><br>🔗<a href="https://linktr.ee/uplifthermentoring" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Or check out the UpliftHER Linktree</a></p>
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<p data-key="125"><span data-key="128"><span data-offset-key="128:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="135"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-key="138"><span data-offset-key="138:0">Search for your next role</span></span></a></span></p>
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UpliftTOGETHER in 2024: How do we develop Transferable and Future Skills?

<h4>​6 years of building an inclusive &amp; equitable pipeline for Future Music Leaders</h4>
<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Richard Antwi Scholarship</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong>has opened for its 7th and final round today, as it makes a call-out for applications from aspiring music industry leaders from marginalised communities, who possess the excellence and vision to make a difference to the music industry.<br><br>Applications for the scholarship is a two-step process, as applicants must first apply for and have an offer of a place on the&nbsp;<strong>Music Business Management MA course</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong>at the&nbsp;<strong>University of Westminster</strong><strong>,&nbsp;</strong>before then applying for the Richard Antwi Scholarship.<br><br>The Music Business Management MA course first&nbsp;<strong>Open Day&nbsp;</strong>of 2024 will be an online session on&nbsp;<strong>Wednesday 28th February 2024 at 12pm-1.30pm</strong>, registrations are open&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westminster.ac.uk/study/open-days-and-events/postgraduate-online-open-day-wed-02-28-2024-1200" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>now.</strong></a></p>
<h4>About The Richard Antwi Scholarship</h4>
<p>With a clear vision across a finite lifespan to build a more inclusive and equitable pathway into the music industry for future leaders, the Richard Antwi Scholarship has across six years established a reputation as a vital component of the talent pipeline. Championing inclusion, promoting excellence and super charging fledgling careers of young, aspiring music industry executives from all kinds of diverse backgrounds, the scholarship has seen 6 scholars and 2 associate scholars come through the prestigious University of WestminsterMusic Business Management MA course, which acts as a bridge between academic study, research, and the professional world of music business; preparing students to become the next generation of music industry leaders and entrepreneurs.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is an annual award awarded in conjunction with the University of Westminster, comprising a bursary for the full course fees, plus a &lsquo;London Living Wage Stipend&rsquo; totalling &pound;22,000, through generous funding from Universal Music UK, Universal Publishing UK, Sony Music UK and Sony Music Publishing UK, to cover the higher current cost of living and studying in London and will include mentorship and assistance with a work placement that will be aligned with the scholar&rsquo;s professional focus and aspirations.&nbsp;<br><br></p>
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<p><br>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Search for your next role</a></span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #000000;"><a class="secondaryBtn" style="color: #000000;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Or, are you looking to hire great talent?</a></span></p>
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Richard Antwi Scholarship opens for 7th and final round

<p data-key="3"><span data-key="4"><span data-offset-key="4:0">​Buzzing from </span><span data-offset-key="4:1"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Utilita Arena Sheffield </strong></span><span data-offset-key="4:2">and live-streamed to the world via MOBO&rsquo;s YouTube channel (</span></span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/mobotv" data-key="7"><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">youtube.com/mobotv</span></span></span></a><span data-key="9"><span data-offset-key="9:0">); the UK&rsquo;s most prestigious celebration of Black music and culture was hosted by </span><span data-offset-key="9:1"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Babat&uacute;nd&eacute; Al&eacute;sh&eacute; </strong></span><span data-offset-key="9:2">and </span><span data-offset-key="9:3"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Indiyah Polack</strong></span><span data-offset-key="9:4">, with </span><span data-offset-key="9:5"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Zeze Millz </strong></span><span data-offset-key="9:6">as the roaming co-host.</span></span></p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal" align="justify" data-key="16"><span data-key="17"><span data-offset-key="17:0">The evening featured show-stopping performances from legends and some music&rsquo;s hottest rising stars that you can only find at the MOBO Awards. From UK rap to Afrobeats, Dancehall to Pop/R&amp;B and Garage; the MOBO stage delivered back-to-back undeniable global viral hits and classic hits by </span><span data-offset-key="17:1"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Soul II Soul, Ghetts, Sugababes, Cristale, Byron Messia</strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:2">, </span><span data-offset-key="17:3"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">King Promise </strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:4">and </span><span data-offset-key="17:5"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Camidoh</strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:6">, plus a 30 years of UK Garage set by </span><span data-offset-key="17:7"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">DJ Spoony</strong></span><span data-offset-key="17:8">.</span></span></p>
<p data-key="26"><span data-key="27"><span data-offset-key="27:0">BBC One will broadcast the &ldquo;26th MOBO Awards: Access All Areas&rdquo; on Friday 9 February at 11.30PM GMT. Presented by BBC Radio 1Xtra&rsquo;s DJ Target, this special will include highlights from the ceremony, exclusive behind-the-scenes action, performances and red carpet interviews.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="34"><span data-key="35"><span data-offset-key="35:0">Best Male Act - Central Cee </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="37"><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0">Best female act in association with Sheamoisture - Raye </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="40"><span data-key="41"><span data-offset-key="41:0">Album of the year - Potter Payper - &ldquo;Real Back In Style&rdquo; </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="43"><span data-key="44"><span data-offset-key="44:0">Song of the year supported by BBC radio 1xtra - Central Cee &amp; Dave - 'Sprinter' </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="46"><span data-key="47"><span data-offset-key="47:0">Best newcomer in association with the new movie &lsquo;Bob Marley: One Love&rsquo; - Tunde </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="49"><span data-key="50"><span data-offset-key="50:0">Video of the year - Stormzy - 'Mel Made Me Do It' (directed by Klvdr) </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="52"><span data-key="53"><span data-offset-key="53:0">Best R&amp;B/Soul act - Sault </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="55"><span data-key="56"><span data-offset-key="56:0">Best Hip Hop act - Little Simz </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="58"><span data-key="59"><span data-offset-key="59:0">Best Grime act - Bugzy Malone </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="61"><span data-key="62"><span data-offset-key="62:0">Best Drill Act supported by Trench - K-Trap </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="64"><span data-key="65"><span data-offset-key="65:0">Best International Act (US) - Drake &amp; 21 Savage </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="67"><span data-key="68"><span data-offset-key="68:0">Best Performance in a TV Show/Film - Damson Idris as Franklin Saint in &ldquo;Snowfall&rdquo; </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="70"><span data-key="71"><span data-offset-key="71:0">Best Media Personality supported by BET UK - Shxtsngigs </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="73"><span data-key="74"><span data-offset-key="74:0">Best African music act in association with Loco music - Asake </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="76"><span data-key="77"><span data-offset-key="77:0">Best Caribbean music act - valiant </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="79"><span data-key="80"><span data-offset-key="80:0">Best jazz act supported by jazz fm - Ezra collective </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="82"><span data-key="83"><span data-offset-key="83:0">Best alternative music act in association with Marshall - Skindred </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="85"><span data-key="86"><span data-offset-key="86:0">Best electronic/dance act supported by bema &amp; MixMag - Shygirl </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="88"><span data-key="89"><span data-offset-key="89:0">Best producer supported by complex UK - Inflo </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="91"><span data-key="92"><span data-offset-key="92:0">Best gospel act supported by premier gospel - Limoblaze </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="94"><span data-key="95"><span data-offset-key="95:0">Lifetime achievement award &ndash; Soul II Soul </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="97"><span data-key="98"><span data-offset-key="98:0">Impact award &ndash; Sugababes </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="100"><span data-key="101"><span data-offset-key="101:0">Paving the way award &ndash; Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="103"><span data-key="104"><span data-offset-key="104:0">Pioneer award &ndash; Ghetts</span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="105"><a href="https://mobo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="107"><span data-key="108"><span data-offset-key="108:0">Find out more about the MOBO Awards </span></span></a></p>
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<p>About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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Here are the winners of the 26th MOBO Awards 

<h4>​👉 27th February 2024&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>👉 Oxford Circus, London<br>👉 Developing Transferable and Future Skills</h4>
<p>UpliftHER&nbsp;events promote growth and development by creating community and are specifically designed to make networking less daunting and more accessible for women.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We&rsquo;re thrilled to partner with Handle! UpliftTOGETHER aligns seamlessly with Handle&rsquo;s values, offering an inclusive and approachable experience for women. We are excited to provide this incredible platform and support careers through harnessing the power of networking.&rdquo;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAK3IpEBGHXp2Lgd2KN5mS7zdMh5-wUaJs4">Amy Mercer</a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAABPRgPoB103ntsnLOOFpjHVNZpUQY6DpZo8">Christina Graham</a>&ndash; co-founders of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplifther/">UpliftHER</a>.</p>
<p>Tickets are limited, so sign up today</p>
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<p data-key="125"><span data-key="126"><span data-offset-key="126:0">​</span></span><span data-key="128"><span data-offset-key="128:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
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UpliftTogether is back! 

<h5><em>A GUEST BLOG BY LEON PREECE</em></h5>
<h5>As someone who is in their first role as a hybrid worker, naturally it came with some adjustment for me, as well as everyone else. If you are in a similar position and looking for some support, this was my experience!</h5>
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<h4>Communication is key</h4>
<p>Before starting my first hybrid role, I was concerned about the first few days of working from home, and the lack of in-person time I would be getting so early on in my role. So how can you avoid this feeling?</p>
<p>Ask your managers or HR team how your days working from home will be structured, and how often you have meetings with your team. This can alleviate feelings of isolation and can also lead to further conversations about what you would need while working from home.</p>
<p>In regards to communication, be sure you do it in the office too. This is where deeper relationships are formed as you get settled within the business. You may be in the office less than at home so be sure to grab a coffee with a friend or co-worker, and try and get business-critical conversations done in person... but don't delay conversations until you see someone face-to-face!</p>
<p>I also found it easier to talk about my home set-up and share any possible obstacles. Rather than try to hide things that you are worried might reduce your productivity, if you feel comfortable, share a clearer picture of what you are concerned about with your manager and create a proactive plan.</p>
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<h4>Create your own space</h4>
<p>When I first started working from home, I managed to rework a spare room into an office. I appreciate that having a spare room is a luxury but if it's a desk in the corner of your living room, a seat at the dining table or something more creative, create a work space that works for you. A chair that supports you and your physical health is a must.</p>
<p>For creating a working space on a budget,&nbsp;<a href="https://cityusedofficefurniture.co.uk/product-category/home-office/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">City used office furniture</a>&nbsp;is a website that specialises in selling used office furniture and PC Mag has a&nbsp;<a href="https://uk.pcmag.com/productivity/125733/10-cheap-and-easy-ways-to-level-up-your-home-office" target="_blank" rel="noopener">great article</a>&nbsp;on small things to take your home space to the next level.</p>
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<h4>Focus on your own mental health</h4>
<p>You might thrive in the silence of working from home, or you might struggle without the background noise of an office. The most important thing is to focus on what works for you. Chat to other recent starter and ask your HR team about any programmes offered for employee well-being and how they can be incorporated into your daily schedule.</p>
<p>It is also very easy to focus on communication over Teams messages and emails which can make you feel isolated and lonely. Try to book in calls or jump on a video call but if you do feel isolated while working, use sites like&nbsp;<a href="http://bark.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bark.com</a>&nbsp;to help find you a mental health professional or in more serious cases, call a hotline, lots of which can be found on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mind.com</a>.</p>
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<h4>About me</h4>
<p>I joined as a digital marketer at Handle in August 2023, shortly after graduating from university. To find out more about me, or just to have a chat,&nbsp;<a href="https://uk.linkedin.com/in/leon-preece-a89a13149?challengeId=AQFtBT7mwl9aCwAAAYv7rMJD3KlsOvJjyt_3O5R90KXAdB5sYXi-pjVPAAKjL9pvUsNeljoA0jmGhCtr5GZS70xWvPqxeLz-Yg&amp;submissionId=9be644bc-0039-9a17-a598-7ad586ff0b1b&amp;challengeSource=AgFf6kDHDY8S8QAAAYv7rOkmG3Gv6P62ybHZVocDk8iSVe9ddfvbDwmHUPoZUrE&amp;challegeType=AgGXeXm1BwbDnQAAAYv7rOkp3uxB3pLTatxpHAlm-tuTyAYF4Nl4aws&amp;memberId=AgEZ7ebdF7Pb_gAAAYv7rOkrfGb8bu97RBMUzGtSQdoMczw&amp;recognizeDevice=AgG5fZAqehq5mwAAAYv7rOkuExuz037o3zopp-UZGF1HzRoMg5So" target="_blank" rel="noopener">connect with me on LinkedIn.</a></p>
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<p data-key="125"><span data-key="128"><span data-offset-key="128:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
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How I adjusted to Hybrid working

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<h4 data-key="678"><span data-key="679"><span data-offset-key="679:0">​LIVE has partnered with </span></span><a href="https://www.handlefreelancesolutions.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="680"><span data-key="681"><span data-offset-key="681:0">Handle Freelance Solutions</span></span></a><span data-key="682"><span data-offset-key="682:0">, The Back Lounge and UK LIVE Event Freelancers Forum to launch a survey, The Hidden Side of Freelancing 2024, to understand and identify the changes required to improve the experience of freelancers who are crucial to the success of the live music industry.&nbsp;</span></span></h4>
<p data-key="685"><span data-key="686"><span data-offset-key="686:0">The new survey will explore pay transparency and the personal experiences of freelancers at live music events. The survey aims to help freelancers understand their true value and benchmark their own experience whilst also celebrating what makes live music a great industry for freelancers. The results will then be assessed, culminating in a publicly available report that will be published in April 2024.&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="689"><span data-key="690"><span data-offset-key="690:0">Industry organisations such as Entourage Pro, Production Futures, NOWIE, Rego, and Power of Events are all key supporting partners of the survey.&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="693"><span data-key="694"><span data-offset-key="694:0">Jon Collins, CEO, LIVE, said: &ldquo;Freelancers are crucial to the success of the live music ecosystem and our industry relies on them to deliver unforgettable experiences for fans. This survey will give freelancers in our industry the information needed to get the most out of the work they do and help to deliver impact change for every freelancer and the organisations that rely on freelance talent.&rdquo;&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="697"><span data-key="698"><span data-offset-key="698:0">Suzi Green, Tour Manager and manager of the BACK LOUNGE. said: &ldquo;We were hearing on The BACK LOUNGE that new people coming into the industry had no idea what to charge, and more seasoned crew were unsure given how much things have changed post-pandemic. Last summer rates were up, but with less work around this year, and ever tighter budgets, where are they now?&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="701"><span data-key="702"><span data-offset-key="702:0">&ldquo;The results will be openly available, and we hope it can open up further dialogue about protecting ourselves as freelancers, especially given that for many of us, verbal agreements are still the norm. Having the survey answered anonymously will hopefully bring to light some of the day rate conversations we&rsquo;re often encouraged not to have. If no one knows what everyone else is charging how will rates ever go up?&rdquo;&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="705"><span data-key="706"><span data-offset-key="706:0">Paul Jones, Technical Production Manager said: &ldquo;One of the biggest single questions raised on the Live Event Freelancers Forum is about wages and pay rates. This survey gives every live event freelancer a chance to give accurate and honest information, and anonymously if need be. There has never been more of a need to gain accurate information on pay and conditions for the freelance community so we can gather valuable insight and help shape the future of our sector and industry well into the future. &ldquo;If you are a freelancer in the live sector, you should not ignore this survey. It should be one of the most important things you do in 2024. It&rsquo;s your industry, let&rsquo;s make a difference.&rdquo;&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="709"><span data-key="710"><span data-offset-key="710:0">The UK&rsquo;s live music sector generated &pound;5.2 billion in 2022 and the summer of 2023 showcased the post-pandemic resurgence for much of the sector, despite challenges remaining for grassroots venues. Freelancers are crucial to the success of the live music ecosystem and by identifying key concerns and suggestions for improvement, the live music industry can become an even more attractive, inclusive, and safe space to work for all.&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="713"><span data-key="714"><span data-offset-key="714:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">All responses to this survey will be anonymous and the survey will close on 23rd February 2024.</strong></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="717"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LIVEmusic24" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="719"><span data-key="720"><span data-offset-key="720:0">Complete the survey here</span></span></a></span></p>

LIVE launches survey to increase pay transparency for freelancers

<h4 data-key="535"><span data-key="536"><span data-offset-key="536:1"><span data-slate-leaf="true">How are you feeling about 2024? </span></span></span></h4>
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<p data-key="550"><span data-key="551"><span data-offset-key="551:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">The survey is completely anonymous, all questions are optional, and the feedback will ensure that we are supporting you and our wider community by providing the most impactful insight and events.</span></span></span><span contenteditable="false" data-slate-void="true" data-key="552"><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="552"></span></span><span contenteditable="false" data-slate-void="true" data-key="553"><span contenteditable="false"><br data-key="553"></span></span><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/eventsin2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="555"><span data-key="556"><span data-offset-key="556:0">Share your thoughts</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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Events in 2024: How are you feeling?

<h3 data-key="452"><span data-key="453"><span data-offset-key="453:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Babat&uacute;nd&eacute; Al&eacute;sh&eacute; and Indiyah Polack to host 26th Mobo awards in Sheffield</span></strong></span></span></h3>
<p data-key="454"><span data-key="455"><span data-offset-key="455:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">MOBO Awards is proud to welcome on stage Babat&uacute;nd&eacute; Al&eacute;sh&eacute; and Indiyah Polack as the hosts for its 26th ceremony. Coming to you live from Utilita Arena Sheffield on 7 February 2024, this will be a night to remember as the UK&rsquo;s biggest and most prestigious celebration of Black music and culture rolls out its red carpet for the very first time in Sheffield.</span></span></span></p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal" align="justify" data-key="456"><span data-key="457"><span data-offset-key="457:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">One of the fastest-rising stars of British comedy, </span></span><span data-offset-key="457:1"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Babat&uacute;nd&eacute; Al&eacute;sh&eacute; </span></strong></span><span data-offset-key="457:2"><span data-slate-leaf="true">has been wowing audiences across the UK with his current sold-out headline tour. After warming the hearts of the nation with his incredible stint in the jungle as part of </span></span><span data-offset-key="457:3"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><em data-slate-leaf="true">I&rsquo;m A Celebrity&hellip; Get Me Out of Here!</em></strong></span></span><span data-offset-key="457:4"><span data-slate-leaf="true">, the award-winning comedian, actor and podcaster is ready to take on another epic career first &ndash; hosting the MOBO Awards.</span></span></span></p>
<p data-key="462"><span data-key="463"><span data-offset-key="463:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">After landing on our screens in 2022 on Series 8 of Love</span></span><span data-offset-key="463:1"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><em data-slate-leaf="true"> Island</em></strong></span><span data-offset-key="463:2"><span data-slate-leaf="true">, </span></span><span data-offset-key="463:3"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Indiyah Polack</strong></span><span data-offset-key="463:4"><span data-slate-leaf="true">&rsquo;s career has gone from strength to strength. Further to co-hosting the official </span></span><span data-offset-key="463:5"><em data-slate-leaf="true">Love Island podcast</em></span><span data-offset-key="463:6"><span data-slate-leaf="true">, </span></span><span data-offset-key="463:7"><em data-slate-leaf="true">The Morning After with</em></span><span data-offset-key="463:8"><span data-slate-leaf="true"> Sam Thompson, and numerous television appearances including being a regular panellist on </span></span><span data-offset-key="463:9"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><em data-slate-leaf="true">Love Island: </em></strong></span><span data-offset-key="463:10"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><em data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Aftersun</span></em></strong></span><span data-offset-key="463:11"><span data-slate-leaf="true">; the presenter is sure to dazzle on stage and screen in one of the UK&rsquo;s music night of nights.</span></span></span></p>
<p data-key="475"><span data-key="476"><span data-offset-key="476:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">MOBO Founder &amp; CEO Kanya King CBE said</span></strong></span><span data-offset-key="476:1"><span data-slate-leaf="true">: &ldquo;</span></span><span data-offset-key="476:2"><em data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We are thrilled to announce </span></em></span><span data-offset-key="476:3"><em data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Babat&uacute;nd&eacute; Al&eacute;sh&eacute; </span></em></span><span data-offset-key="476:4"><em data-slate-leaf="true"><span data-slate-leaf="true">and Indiyah Polack as the charismatic hosts for the 26th MOBO Awards. </span></em></span><span data-offset-key="476:5"><span data-slate-leaf="true"><em data-slate-leaf="true">They share such energy and chemistry, as I saw for myself when we met, and it will be a dynamic combination for the vibrant and spectacular awards show. I know they will pull out all the stops on the night!"</em></span></span></span></p>
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MOBO Awards, The UK's Biggest Celebration of Black Music and Culture

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<h3 data-key="80"><span data-key="81"><span data-offset-key="81:0">As we look back at the previous 12 months, we&rsquo;ve compiled the most viewed posts on the handle blog.</span></span></h3>
<h4 data-key="82"><span data-key="83"><span data-offset-key="83:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">1. The 10 TikTok accounts marketers have to follow</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="84"><span data-key="85"><span data-offset-key="85:0">From the most creative brands to marketing influencers, we&rsquo;ve created a list of the accounts that all marketers should be following</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="89"><span data-key="90"><span data-offset-key="90:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">2. Hybrid working &ndash; what is happening right now?</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="91"><span data-key="92"><span data-offset-key="92:0">After our 50th edition of the People Experience newsletter, we were reflecting back on the highly unprecedented changes the landscape of work has seen over the past few years &ndash; it struck me that one particular challenge has remained consistently at the centre of the workplace discussion, hybrid working!</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="96"><span data-key="97"><span data-offset-key="97:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">3. Create your own personalised salary benchmarking report</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="98"><span data-key="99"><span data-offset-key="99:0">If you need to expand a team, replace a leaver, or hire a temp or contractor to solve an urgent requirement, how much should you pay them?</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="103"><span data-key="104"><span data-offset-key="104:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">4. What skills are required from a finance transformation team?</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="105"><span data-key="106"><span data-offset-key="106:0">At each stage of your finance transformation programme, will you have the right people skills to support a smooth delivery?</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="110"><span data-key="111"><span data-offset-key="111:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">5. Only 32% of our People Experience community feel confident recognising an AI-generated CV</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="112"><span data-key="113"><span data-offset-key="113:0">It&rsquo;s no secret that a well-written CV plays an important role in getting the job of your dreams. But what if you could outsource that work to someone, or&nbsp;</span><span data-offset-key="113:1"><em data-slate-leaf="true">something</em></span><span data-offset-key="113:2">, that does it much quicker?</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="119"><span data-key="120"><span data-offset-key="120:0"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">6. Celebrating London: HMV Returns to Oxford Street</strong></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="121"><span data-key="122"><span data-offset-key="122:0">hmv confirmed that their&nbsp;</span></span><a href="https://hmv.com/blog/music/363-oxford-street-opens-24-november" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="123"><span data-key="124"><span data-offset-key="124:0">363 Oxford Street store would reopen on Friday 24th November</span></span></a><span data-key="125"><span data-offset-key="125:0">. And our music-loving consultants can't wait to take the short trip from our office to check it out!</span></span></p>
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UpliftTOGETHER in 2024

<h3 data-key="2"><span data-key="3"><span data-offset-key="3:0">It feels like a new Marketing buzzword finds its way into our emails every week. </span></span></h3>
<p data-key="4"><span data-key="5"><span data-offset-key="5:0">So which of these marketing buzzwords are you including in your 2024 list? And if you aren't 100% sure what any of these buzzwords mean we've added some descriptions below the quiz.</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">(The demise of) Astroturfing</span></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="11"><span data-key="12"><span data-offset-key="12:0">Astroturfing is when brands use grassroots marketing techniques to boost themselves, or at times smear their competitor, through blogs and social media, as well as advertisements. The brand may appear as a different entity altogether, such as a user on a forum, to push their agenda. Luckily, astroturfing stories have decreased in the media, but we are talking about it a lot more, which seems like brands have decided to devote more effort to stamping it out. </span></span></p>
<h4 data-key="13"><span data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="14:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Ephemeral Content</span></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="15"><span data-key="16"><span data-offset-key="16:0">FOMO sucks, and marketers know it. Time-sensitive content is known as ephemeral content and allows brands to gather instant engagement if the user clicks on the content. We&rsquo;ve seen this work in 2023, with WhatsApp, Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram having their version of &lsquo;stories&rsquo;, with 58% of people </span></span><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://99firms.com/blog/instagram-stories-statistics/#gref" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="17"><span data-key="18"><span data-offset-key="18:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">becoming more interested in a brand</span></span></span></a><span data-key="19"><span data-offset-key="19:0"> after seeing it posted.</span></span></p>
<h4 data-key="20"><span data-key="21"><span data-offset-key="21:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Experiential Marketing</span></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="22"><span data-key="23"><span data-offset-key="23:0">Experiential marketing takes traditional marketing and spins it on its head, allowing you to immerse yourself in the brand. We've seen many examples of experiential marketing this year, such as: </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="26"><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://www.barbieselfie.ai/uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="27"><span data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="28:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Barbie's</span></span></span></a><span data-key="29"><span data-offset-key="29:0"> already excellent marketing campaign lets users picture themselves as a real-life Barbie (Or Ken!) doll.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="31"><span data-key="32"><span data-offset-key="32:0">Canary Wharf transformed into a</span></span><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/articles/new-york-subway-station-coming-to-london-65699/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="33"><span data-key="34"><span data-offset-key="34:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true"> New York street </span></span></span></a><span data-key="35"><span data-offset-key="35:0">to promote a new block of Manhattan-style apartments.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="37"><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0">Samsung opening a</span></span><a href="https://hypebeast.com/uk/2023/11/samsung-galaxy-flip-park-east-london-event-details" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="39"><span data-key="40"><span data-offset-key="40:0"> skate park</span></span></a><span data-key="41"><span data-offset-key="41:0"> in East London, with their new Samsung flip phone at the heart of it.</span></span></p>
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<h4 data-key="42"><span data-key="43"><span data-offset-key="43:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Nano Influencers</span></span></span></h4>
<p data-key="44"><span data-key="45"><span data-offset-key="45:0">It&rsquo;s very common to think of influencers as high-flying celebrities with millions of followers working for the largest brands. However, further down the influencer ladder are nano-influencers, who host between 100 to 10,000 followers. In 2023, nano </span></span><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://influencity.com/blog/en/nano-influencers-what-they-are-and-why-you-need-them" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="46"><span data-key="47"><span data-offset-key="47:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">influencers have been utilised alongside</span></span></span></a><span data-key="48"><span data-offset-key="48:0"> macro-influencers and celebrities, due to their higher engagement rate of 4.84%, higher levels of consumer trust, and ability to cover a niche market.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="51"><span data-key="52"><span data-offset-key="52:0">Check out the Coca-Cola </span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/cokeambassador/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="53"><span data-key="54"><span data-offset-key="54:0">#cokeambassador</span></span></a><span data-key="55"><span data-offset-key="55:0"> programme </span></span></p>
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<p data-key="57"><span data-key="58"><span data-offset-key="58:0">ASOS blend major and nano influencers on their Instagram page when promoting their </span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0e3f26LBws/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="59"><span data-key="60"><span data-offset-key="60:0">#ASOSYourWay </span></span></a><span data-key="61"><span data-offset-key="61:0">campaign.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="63"><span data-key="64"><span data-offset-key="64:0">Alex Teniola partners with Sports Direct to host regular talk shows on the brands and his social media, often with </span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz_w3NPoAW2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="65"><span data-key="66"><span data-offset-key="66:0">high-profile sports stars...</span></span></a></p>
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<p data-key="69"><span data-key="70"><span data-offset-key="70:0">Ever heard the phrase, &lsquo;All publicity is good publicity&rsquo;? Well, newsjacking is when brands jump onto events happening across the world and work them in their favour. We've seen brands do this across various industries such as fashion and gambling this year:</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="73"><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://www.thedrum.com/news/2023/08/10/paddy-power-sticks-the-boot-the-billionaires-ruining-football" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="74"><span data-key="75"><span data-offset-key="75:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Paddy Power</span></span></span></a><span data-key="76"><span data-offset-key="76:0"> poking fun at the sudden influx of football takeovers in the UK.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="84"><span data-key="85"><span data-offset-key="85:0">The world of social commerce is booming! The UK S-Comm industry is predicted to grow by 31% to reach </span></span><a class="notion-link-token notion-focusable-token notion-enable-hover" tabindex="0" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230609005254/en/United-Kingdom-Social-Commerce-Market-Intelligence-Report-2023-Market-is-Expected-to-Grow-by-31.6-to-Reach-a-Value-of-25.23-Billion-in-2023---Forecasts-to-2028---ResearchAndMarkets.com#:~:text=Social%20commerce%20industry%20in%20United,21.3%25%20during%202022%2D2028." rel="noopener noreferrer" data-key="86"><span data-key="87"><span data-offset-key="87:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">US$25,237.3 million in 2023. </span></span></span></a></p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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The Marketing Buzzwords of 2023

<h4 data-key="2"><span data-key="3"><span data-offset-key="3:0">It feels like a new buzzword in HR finds its way into our emails every week.</span></span></h4>
<p data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0">But what value can we take from these terms, and what buzzwords are here to stay? More importantly, what do they mean?</span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="48"><span data-key="49"><span data-offset-key="49:0">Anti-perks are perks that are made to seem cool, but may not actually be very beneficial to your working life, or maybe a way for your employer to have a feeling of leverage over you. Unlimited time off may seem nice on the surface, but can actually provoke feelings of guilt amongst employees who actually take advantage of it. </span></span><a href="https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/5-anti-perks-sound-great-but-employees-actually-hate.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="50"><span data-key="51"><span data-offset-key="51:0">Beers in the office can disrupt productivity, and does anyone actually use those nap rooms?</span></span></a><span data-key="52"><span data-offset-key="52:0"> Or are they a way to keep you in the office? Employees benefit from perks like flexible working patterns, opportunities to develop skills and generous PTO structure, and employers need to be more aware by conducting surveys in-house.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="56"><span data-key="57"><span data-offset-key="57:0">This is the idea of starting your week doing the minimum of what is required of you. With </span></span><a href="https://www.personio.com/hr-lexicon/sunday-scaries/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="58"><span data-key="59"><span data-offset-key="59:0">67% of adults in the UK experiencing anxiety for their week ahead on Sundays, </span></span></a><span data-key="60"><span data-offset-key="60:0">bare minimum Mondays gives the employee the chance for a more positive outlook for the coming work week and this focus on self-care and well-being will allow the employee to escape the grip of burnout.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="64"><span data-key="65"><span data-offset-key="65:0">A term that has arisen to combat the growing feeling of burnout, Lazy Girl Jobs applies to well-paying and flexible roles, allowing the employee to have more leisure time. The need for employees to want more free time to enjoy life without feeling criticised for it has led more employers to offer these flexible roles. This seems like it is here to stay, with</span></span><a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12413925/Rise-Lazy-Girl-jobs-Demand-posts-offer-working-home-low-effort-huge-demand-Gen-Zers-25-sought-roles.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="66"><span data-key="67"><span data-offset-key="67:0"> searches for 'lazy girl jobs' up 1,267</span></span></a><a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-12413925/Rise-Lazy-Girl-jobs-Demand-posts-offer-working-home-low-effort-huge-demand-Gen-Zers-25-sought-roles.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="68"><span data-key="69"><span data-offset-key="69:0"> in August.</span></span></a></p>
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<p data-key="73"><span data-key="74"><span data-offset-key="74:0">Brought into fashion by celebrities like Kris Jenner, a momager in the past was a mother who is the business manager of one of their children. However, the definition has changed </span><span data-offset-key="74:1"><span data-slate-leaf="true">managers who feel responsible for their employees&rsquo; mental well-being as well as their output. As the millennial workforce continues to be the largest group in employment, </span></span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/rise-momager-why-being-human-manager-good-thing-kristin-ortiz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="76"><span data-key="77"><span data-offset-key="77:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">their attitudes and ideals</span></span></span></a><span data-key="78"><span data-offset-key="78:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true"> on how they should be treated have </span></span></span><a href="https://www.deloitte.com/global/en/issues/work/content/genzmillennialsurvey.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="79"><span data-key="80"><span data-offset-key="80:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">found their way into m</span></span><span data-offset-key="80:1">anagement </span></span></a><span data-key="82"><span data-offset-key="82:0">and </span><span data-offset-key="82:1"><span data-slate-leaf="true">should continue to be reflected as time goes on.</span></span></span></p>
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<p data-key="87"><span data-key="88"><span data-offset-key="88:0">We cannot avoid groups within the workplace, but proximity bias describes the favouritism given commonly by upper management towards employees who are located closer to them. These individuals are more likely to gain unique opportunities over others, </span></span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_hUtUpGuKw" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="89"><span data-key="90"><span data-offset-key="90:0">a bit like that one episode of Friends</span></span></a><span data-key="91"><span data-offset-key="91:0">.</span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="95"><span data-key="96"><span data-offset-key="96:0">Remotely working has allowed employees to work comfortably in their chosen space but employers have quietly installed what is called a &lsquo;Productivity Theatre&rsquo;. Employers have methods of tracking productivity through keystrokes on laptops and other methods, with employees even </span></span><a href="https://www.boredpanda.com/wfh-employee-fired-after-boss-tracked-her-laptop-keystroke-activity/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=organic" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="97"><span data-key="98"><span data-offset-key="98:0">losing their jobs due to a lack of activity</span></span></a><span data-key="99"><span data-offset-key="99:0">. This is counterproductive however, employees should feel free to work at the pace they see fit, and employers should focus more on the results. The surveillance of employees will have a negative effect on how they see home working in the future.</span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="103"><span data-key="104"><span data-offset-key="104:0">In part one, we discussed Quiet Quitting and its growth in the workforce, but Quiet Ambition is very much the opposite. A growing need for personal fulfilment outside of climbing the corporate ladder is the definition of this phenomenon, and brought on by the pandemic, has meant that employees will alter their work life to ensure their own personal ambitions are fulfilled. This can be through earning a certain salary or prioritising their work-life balance. For the future of the workplace, employers must nurture this feeling through perks and empathy for their staff.</span></span></p>
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<p data-key="108"><span data-key="109"><span data-offset-key="109:0">Have you ever done the bare minimum in your role? Simply doing what is asked and nothing more? That is what is called quiet quitting. The reasons for this can vary but mainly come down to an inadequate workplace culture for the employees. As burnout has gripped the HR field, employers may notice a rise in quiet quitting, with an April job satisfaction survey stating that </span></span><a href="https://hrnews.co.uk/two-thirds-of-uk-workers-have-quiet-quit-their-jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="110"><span data-key="111"><span data-offset-key="111:0">67% of respondents described &ldquo;quiet quitting&rdquo; as a fitting adjective for their approach to work</span></span></a></p>
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<p data-key="115"><span data-key="116"><span data-offset-key="116:0">​Quitting your role can be a sometimes freeing experience for the employee, but how about recording it for potentially thousands of people to see? Quittok is the trend of employees recording one of their final interactions with their bosses, favoured amongst younger audiences. It has been met with largely positive reactions, with creators being praised for their authenticity and opening up on their pages. But other audiences have criticised the lack of professionalism and attention-seeking that these posts can promote. </span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="120"><span data-key="121"><span data-offset-key="121:0">Printers, fax machines, and seemingly ancient telephones. These are the foundations of the office environment, and many employees, especially Gen-Z, struggle to use these tools. Tech shame amongst the younger employees is common, growing up as the first completely digital generation many older employees assume that Gen Z knows their way around all tech. This can lead to embarrassment and a feeling of incompetence. The same feeling is shared amongst older generations and newer technology. There need to be sufficient training videos in place to ensure comfortability amongst all employees.</span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
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A-Z of The 2023 HR Buzzwords

<p align="start">This year has been a rollercoaster for marketing recruitment within the creative industries. After the fevered hiring spree in 2022, at times it has felt a little quiet, at other times overflowing with opportunity. As we race towards the end of the year, traditional and influencer PR remains HUGE, partnership and sponsorship roles in festivals and live events are hot, and social commerce roles continue to explode.</p>
<h4 align="start">But what about 2024?</h4>
<p align="start">From agencies to in-house teams, &lsquo;Talent Managers&rsquo; and &lsquo;Influencer Partnership Managers' are at the top of many 12-month hiring plans. In a year where we have already seen a 21% increase in influencer marketing interns and a 7% increase in Influencer marketing Managers, the opportunities are just going to grow.</p>
<p align="start">But with this growth, there will be growing pains. With Influencer marketing a relatively new discipline, we are predicting a deeper candidate deficit as the number of open jobs become much higher than the number of candidates with the expected 2-3 years of relevant experience. The brands with the most exciting rosters and EVPs are going to attract the best candidates and for everyone else, there might need to be a compromise on the job description 'must haves'.</p>
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<h4 align="left">Further reading</h4>
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<li><a href="https://www.vox.com/culture/23950580/deinfluencing-tiktok-shop-influencer-culture-consumerism" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The lie of "deinfluencing"</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesagencycouncil/2023/11/13/5-reasons-to-partner-with-influencers-for-charity-campaigns/?sh=b19137943e73" target="_blank" rel="noopener">5 reasons to partner with influencers for Charity Campaigns</a></li>
<li>​<a href="https://influencermarketinghub.com/influencer-marketing-black-friday-cyber-monday/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Infleuncer Marketing Strategies for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023</a></li>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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Is 2024 going to be the year of the Influencer Marketer?

<p data-key="3"><span data-key="5"><span data-offset-key="5:0">Last week we had the privilege of sponsoring and hosting UpliftTOGETHER in our </span></span><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="6"><span data-key="7"><span data-offset-key="7:0">Oxford Street offices</span></span></a><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0">. </span></span></p>
<p data-key="3"><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0">A great reminder of the power of networking and the importance of finding time in our busy schedules to connect with new and old contacts!&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0">Our community has been itching for opportunities to get back to connecting in person to support their own personal growth and development, but traditional more corporate networking groups can often feel a little too daunting. </span></span></p>
<p data-key="11"><span data-key="12"><span data-offset-key="12:0">So, when I first heard the concept of the Uplift Together events from the amazing Amy and Christina, it resonated so much with us at Handle. Having a welcoming, informal approach to make networking less daunting and as accessible as possible provided the perfect opportunity. </span></span></p>
<p data-key="13"><span data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="14:0">The event more than delivered on this!&nbsp;</span></span></p>
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<p align="start" data-key="40"><span data-key="42"><span data-offset-key="42:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">&ldquo;Last night was epic! 🎊 Our UpliftHER event was full of great people and great conversations!&nbsp;</em></span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="43"><span data-key="44"><span data-offset-key="44:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">To Our Guests, you are brilliant. Thank you for embracing the evening, being open and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to connect with someone you don't know. </em></span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="45"><span data-key="46"><span data-offset-key="46:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">To Our Speakers and Ambassadors, Anelia Asparuhova, Marlies Isabella Riepl, and Sarah Moussaif, you are inspiring. Thank you for taking centre stage and sharing your story with us. </em></span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="47"><span data-key="48"><span data-offset-key="48:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">To Our sponsors, Handle Recruitment &amp; Handle Freelance Solutions, you are phenomenal. Not only did you hand over your incredible space the evening, but a special thank you for working with us to make this evening what it was. Helping to make every woman who walked through your doors feel special. You guys are AMAZING 💜&rdquo;</em></span><span data-offset-key="48:1"> - </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymercer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="50"><span data-key="51"><span data-offset-key="51:0"><u data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Amy Mercer &ndash; co-founder UpliftHER</strong></u></span></span></a></p>
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<p align="start" data-key="55"><span data-key="56"><span data-offset-key="56:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">&ldquo;I'd like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our amazing speakers, ambassadors, sponsors, and everyone who contributed to making this event such a success. It's through the collective efforts of dedicated individuals like you that we were able to create a space for women to connect and grow their networks.</em></span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="57"><span data-key="58"><span data-offset-key="58:0"><em data-slate-leaf="true">Let's continue to build on the momentum from last night and work together to empower and uplift one another. Looking forward to more exciting events in the future.&rdquo;</em></span><span data-offset-key="58:1"> - </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-graham-3b642993/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="60"><span data-key="61"><span data-offset-key="61:0"><u data-slate-leaf="true"><strong data-slate-leaf="true">Christina Graham &ndash; co-founder UpliftHER</strong></u></span></span></a></p>
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<h5 align="start" data-key="67"><span data-key="68"><span data-offset-key="68:0">About UpliftHER</span></span></h5>
<p align="start" data-key="69"><span data-key="70"><span data-offset-key="70:0">UpliftHER events promote growth and development by creating community and are specifically designed to make networking less daunting and more accessible for women.</span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="71"><span data-key="72"><span data-offset-key="72:0">If you didn&rsquo;t manage to secure a ticket to next week's event (that we are delighted to be sponsoring!) you can still get involved 👇 </span></span></p>
<p align="start" data-key="73"><span data-key="74"><span data-offset-key="74:0">🔗 </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplifther/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="75"><span data-key="76"><span data-offset-key="76:0">Connect and follow on LinkedIn </span></span></a></p>
<p align="start" data-key="77"><span data-key="78"><span data-offset-key="78:0">🔗 </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9320447/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="79"><span data-key="80"><span data-offset-key="80:0">Join the public LinkedIn Group </span></span></a></p>
<p align="start" data-key="81"><a href="https://linktr.ee/uplifthermentoring" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="82"><span data-key="83"><span data-offset-key="83:0">🔗 Or check out the UpliftHER Linktree</span></span></a></p>
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<p data-key="125"><span data-key="128"><span data-offset-key="128:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="129"><span data-key="130"><span data-offset-key="130:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="131"><span data-key="132"><span data-offset-key="132:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="135"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="137"><span data-key="138"><span data-offset-key="138:0">Search for your next role</span></span></a></p>
<p align="left" data-key="139"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/looking-for-a-new-role" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="141"><span data-key="142"><span data-offset-key="142:0">Or, are you looking to hire great talent?</span></span></a></p>

UpliftTOGETHER – how to empower and uplift one another

<h4 data-key="5"><span data-key="6"><span data-offset-key="6:0">​Feeling anxious before an interview is a very normal part of the process.</span></span></h4>
<p align="left" data-key="7"><span data-key="8"><span data-offset-key="8:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Maybe you feel unqualified. Maybe you feel like you'll waste everyone's time, or feel like you'll actually have to choose between offers. These assumptions are normal, especially if you are inexperienced, here are some important things to remember to help you ease your fears.</span></span></span></p>
<h4 align="left" data-key="9"><span data-key="10"><span data-offset-key="10:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Practice makes perfect</span></span></span></h4>
<p align="left" data-key="11"><span data-key="12"><span data-offset-key="12:0">If you're starting out in an industry, it's very common to feel like you haven't prepared enough. From going to interviews, you will begin to know the types of questions employers will ask you in an interview, as well as how you should present yourself and what types of things you value about a working environment. This will help your preparation for future interviews and in turn, help you feel more at ease </span></span></p>
<h4 align="left" data-key="13"><span data-key="14"><span data-offset-key="14:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">You're there for a reason</span></span></span></h4>
<p align="left" data-key="15"><span data-key="16"><span data-offset-key="16:0">When you get granted an interview, all of the hard work you have put in so far, placed on your CV or portfolio has been noticed by a potential employer. It is normal to feel like you're punching above your weight, but the music industry is ridiculously competitive, and employers can have very high standards. An interview request shows that your abilities on paper meet those standards, it's just about meeting you! </span></span></p>
<h4 data-key="17"><span data-key="18"><span data-offset-key="18:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Connections are everything. </span></span></span></h4>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW244286687 BCX9" align="left" data-key="19"><span data-key="20"><span data-offset-key="20:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Virtually all candidates who interview gain connections and information. Meeting someone face to face, virtually, virtually or physically, is the best way to gain experience on whether you would want to work for that company and that person interviewing could become really beneficial to you in the near future.</span></span></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW244286687 BCX9" align="left" data-key="21"><span data-key="22"><span data-offset-key="22:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Don't write off the interview opportunity just yet. Above anything else, you may gain a new connection for your network.</span></span></span></p>
<h4 align="left" data-key="23"><span data-key="24"><span data-offset-key="24:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">It's good to have options!</span></span></span></h4>
<p align="left" data-key="25"><span data-key="26"><span data-offset-key="26:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">If you land more than one interview, great! The idea of potentially having to choose between offers can seem stressful. Having to weigh up the pros and cons and then make a decision may deter you from taking an interview. The music industry is a very competitive industry, and an interview for a role is very sought after. If you have more than one company looking to book a time, there is clearly something that a potential employer sees in you, and having options can reduce the pressure in finding a role overall!</span></span></span></p>
<h4 align="left" data-key="27"><span data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="28:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Still feeling a bit nervous?</span></span></span></h4>
<p align="left" data-key="29"><span data-key="30"><span data-offset-key="30:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">If you do feel unprepared for an interview and would like to know more to prepare yourself,<a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/looking-for-a-new-role/music-industry-jobs/"> </a></span></span></span><a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/looking-for-a-new-role/music-industry-jobs/"><span data-key="32"><span data-offset-key="32:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">check out our dedicated music industry page for more tips and opportunities </span></span></span></a></p>
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<h5 align="left" data-key="38"><span data-key="39"><span data-offset-key="39:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">About Handle Recruitment</span></span></span></h5>
<p align="left" data-key="40"><span data-key="41"><span data-offset-key="41:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="left" data-key="42"><span data-key="43"><span data-offset-key="43:0"><span data-slate-leaf="true">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></span></span></p>
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<p align="left" data-key="46"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/jobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="48"><span data-key="49"><span data-offset-key="49:0">Search for your next role</span></span></a></p>
<p align="left" data-key="50"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/our-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="52"><span data-key="53"><span data-offset-key="53:0">Or, are you looking to hire great talent?</span></span></a></p>

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<h3>🚨 UpliftTOGETHER 07/11 is SOLD OUT 🚨</h3>
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplifther/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UpliftHER</a>&nbsp;events promote growth and development by creating community and are specifically designed to make networking less daunting and more accessible for women.<br><br>If you didn&rsquo;t manage to secure a ticket to next week's event (that we are delighted to be sponsoring!) you can still get involved 👇<br><br>🔗&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplifther/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Connect and follow on LinkedIn</a><br><br>🔗&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9320447/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Join the public LinkedIn Group</a><br><br>🔗&nbsp;<a href="https://linktr.ee/uplifthermentoring" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Or check out the UpliftHER Linktree&nbsp;</a></p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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<p align="left"><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/jobs?source=bing.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Search for your next role</a></p>
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UpliftTOGETHER 07/11 is SOLD OUT

Your guide to your new role

<h3 class="Paragraph SCXW39603744 BCX9" align="left">What is nostalgia marketing?</h3>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW39603744 BCX9" align="left"><em>&ldquo;Short story long, nostalgia marketing refers to a strategic marketing approach that leverages elements from the past to create an emotional connection with consumers. It capitalises on people's fond memories and sentimental attachments to specific eras, trends, music, visuals, or cultural references. Brands use it to evoke positive emotions and associations, triggering a sense of familiarity and comfort in their target audience. If they succeed, they generate brand affinity, loyalty, and increased engagement.&rdquo;</em><a class="Hyperlink SCXW39603744 BCX9" href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/nostalgia-marketing-could-solve-your-brands-issues-awareness-kogan/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Danielle Kogan</a></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW71529524 BCX9" align="left">Barbie staked its claim as a brand of the year contender, the resurgence of the flip phone, 54% of Gen Z say they like vintage clothing, and&nbsp;<a class="Hyperlink SCXW71529524 BCX9" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-sell-vintage-clothing-on-tiktok-2023-7?r=US&amp;IR=T#:~:text=As%20some%20Gen%20Zers%20and,1.9%20million%20views%20on%20TikTok." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#thrifttok is generating 2.3 billion views on TikTok</a>.&nbsp;Just looking at fashion, Marc Jacobs released a&nbsp;<a class="Hyperlink SCXW71529524 BCX9" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/kaleighmoore/2022/11/17/nostalgia-fueled-brand-collaborations-bring-back-90s--y2k-aesthetics/?sh=323c4a7485f8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">millennial and Gen Z-aimed line</a>&nbsp;based on 90&rsquo;s aesthetic, and vintage clothing marketing rising worldwide from 144 billion pounds in 2022 and is projected to be worth<a class="Hyperlink SCXW71529524 BCX9" href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/826162/apparel-resale-market-value-worldwide/#:~:text=In%202022%2C%20the%20global%20market,value%20of%20351%20billion%20dollars" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;172 billion pounds by the end of 2023</a>. The biggest takeaway of 2023 is that people love nostalgia, even if they didn&rsquo;t remember it the first time around.</p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW212407661 BCX9" align="left">Nostalgia marketing has also found its way into design identities, going as far as some brands altering their iconic logos to reflect the ones that have come before such as&nbsp;<a class="Hyperlink SCXW212407661 BCX9" href="https://www.creativebloq.com/features/best-new-logos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pepsi or Nickelodeon</a>&nbsp;echoing the designs of the 60's and 90's, respectively.&nbsp;</p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW212407661 BCX9" align="left"><a class="Hyperlink SCXW212407661 BCX9" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XEZsjpz2uQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ribena returns to their classic berry mascots of the 80&rsquo;s</a></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW212407661 BCX9" align="left"><a class="Hyperlink SCXW212407661 BCX9" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuQrVla3TTk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Disney gathers all of their iconic characters for a celebration of their 100th&nbsp; anniversary</a></p>
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<p class="Paragraph SCXW212407661 BCX9" align="left"><em>&ldquo;Nostalgia sparks a sense of joy that I think has resonated with people across generations. Leading with a sense of humour, reminding people of simpler times, and making them feel at ease provides a dopamine hit that everyone is looking for in their day-to-day lives.&rdquo;</em><a class="Hyperlink SCXW212407661 BCX9" href="https://adage.com/article/creativity/new-nostalgia-advertising/2486661" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hannah Schalles &ndash; Wondersauce</a>.</p>
<h3 class="Paragraph SCXW192076922 BCX9" align="left">So what happens next?</h3>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW192076922 BCX9" align="left">Our network of marketers doesn&rsquo;t seem to think that nostalgia marketing is going to slow down anytime soon and we agree. The challenge in 2024 will be how to resurrect brand assets and campaigns whilst applying a contemporary twist. And if you are planning to include nostalgia in your 2024 strategy the biggest opportunity remains on leveraging platforms and tech that didn&rsquo;t exist the first time around.</p>
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Nostalgia marketing... is it here to stay?

<h4>In our latest blog in &lsquo;questions that the c-suite need answers to&rsquo; we explore the importance of an experienced finance transformation leader.&nbsp;</h4>
<p>It&rsquo;s a question we are asked frequently, and it usually comes down to short-term budget constraints. A leader without experience of a Finance Transformation programme but has a strong foundation in finance, leadership skills, and adaptability can be successful (and command a lower day rate!), but it carries risk and can extend a project.</p>
<p>In our own experience this is why a demonstrable track record is so important:</p>
<h4><strong>Reliable knowledge removes a lot of the &lsquo;what ifs&rsquo;</strong></h4>
<p>A leader with previous experience in finance transformation brings in-depth knowledge and expertise in managing the complexities and challenges associated with a programme. They understand the nuances of finance processes, systems, and technologies, allowing them to make informed decisions and navigate potential pitfalls.</p>
<h4><strong>Lessons have already been learned</strong></h4>
<p>Mistakes can be expensive. A leader with experience has a list of proven strategies, methodologies, and approaches that will help them avoid the common mistakes that can slow down a transformation journey.</p>
<h4><strong>Change management can cause wider issues</strong></h4>
<p>Finance transformation involves significant change management efforts, including organisational change, process reengineering, and technology adoption. An experienced leader understands the human aspect of a programme and how best to limit disruption.</p>
<h4><strong>Stakeholder trust</strong></h4>
<p>If the programme is likely to be faced with sceptics and resistance, a leader with a track record can provide a lot more confidence in the process. They know what to say, the expectations that need to be set, and the concerns that they need to address&hellip; before they become a problem!</p>
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<p><strong>I&rsquo;m not saying that you cannot deliver a successful&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/disciplines/finance-transformation-recruitment?source=google.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Finance Transformation</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;programme without an experienced leader, but it removes a lot of risk and can reduce the cost of the programme if you have one at the helm.</strong></p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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<h3>If you are thinking about a career in music marketing, these are the tools you need to learn.</h3>
<p>With a lot of people vying for spots in the music industry, the industry skills that you can offer to an employer are what will set you apart from other candidates. Taking the time to learn these platforms, and create content that showcases your ability, will be very beneficial for yourself and for potential employers.</p>
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<p><strong>WordPress</strong>&nbsp;- A lot of publishers and companies use WordPress to build sites and distribute content -<a href="https://wordpress.com/learn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;knowing your way around</a>&nbsp;this will massively help if your role involves creating content for websites.</p>
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<p><strong>Google Analytics</strong>&nbsp;- a lot of campaign tracking involves using Google to track clicks, impressions and views. If you work on a marketing campaign for an artist, you may be asked to track engagement to their socials, for example. Google have their&nbsp;<a href="https://analytics.google.com/analytics/academy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Analytics Academy</a>&nbsp;where you can do free courses to get up to speed.</p>
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<p><strong>Hootsuite</strong>&nbsp;- This is a social scheduling tool that a lot of companies use to line up their content for the week or month. If you work in a social-focused role&nbsp;<a href="https://education.hootsuite.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">this could come up</a>&nbsp;so give it a go!</p>
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<p><strong>Excel + Office -</strong>&nbsp;It may not sound very exciting but a lot of roles in the music industry will involve data, certainly in marketing.<a href="https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/training" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;There are a load of free courses you can do to upskill in Microsoft Office</a>&nbsp;- from creating decks in PowerPoint to collating data in Excel.</p>
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<p><strong>Adobe Creative Suite</strong>&nbsp;- This suite gives you the opportunity to learn how to edit videos through Premiere Pro, photos in Photoshop, and lots more. These software are the industry standard, and if you are a student, it can be very affordable with their&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adobe-students.com/uk/creativecloud/buy/students.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw9-6oBhBaEiwAHv1QvISbyWVIACBtOobyZk2Pr3zMnAUKKyfreKDvzbpO_OwFuox_kd-kFBoCqcUQAvD_BwE&amp;mv=search&amp;mv2=paidsearch&amp;sdid=9DJJ4F4Q&amp;ef_id=CjwKCAjw9-6oBhBaEiwAHv1QvISbyWVIACBtOobyZk2Pr3zMnAUKKyfreKDvzbpO_OwFuox_kd-kFBoCqcUQAvD_BwE:G:s&amp;s_kwcid=AL!3085!3!617832825298!e!!g!!student%20adobe%20software!18101539406!140331421917&amp;gad=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">student offers.</a></p>
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<p><strong>BONUS POINT</strong>: Skills at Canva will allow you to grow your branding and content creation skills while developing an eye for principles of design like composition. Not as detailed as Photoshop but much easier to learn, the base Canva is free for you to try out.</p>
<h4>What next?</h4>
<p>Learning these software to a competent level will improve your job search drastically, each software will have a dedicated tutorial section to teach you the ropes, as well as plenty of courses online,&nbsp;<a href="https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/microsoft-365-fundamentals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">some even with certifications</a>, which show you have the drive to learn and are adept with the platforms.</p>
<p>Even without a certification, a short piece on your CV stating how long you have worked with the platform will go a long way. For an example of how to show this, check out our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/rails/active_storage/blobs/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBM2ZZUnc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--fa3ee1b5a112520fc4c4976146d9b6bec7db3d12/Music%20CV%20Template%20-%20Handle%20Recruitment.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Music Industry CV Template</a></p>
<p>After becoming confident with the platforms, begin to craft a portfolio of your work to back up your CV, for software like photoshop this can be extremely relevant.</p>
<p>If you are looking for more industry tips, or need help building a portfolio,&nbsp;<a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/looking-for-a-new-role/music-industry-jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">visit our music hub</a>&nbsp;for helpful resources, like our monthly newsletter and our TikTok page!</p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
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<h4 class="body">To deliver a successful finance transformation, you need to ensure that you have the right people available at each stage of the programme.</h4>
<p class="body">While the exact job titles, and whether they should be a contractor or permanent employee, will vary depending on the organisation and its structure, I&rsquo;ve broken down each stage of a Finance Transformation Roadmap and spotlighted the most requested talent:</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage1">Assessment and Visioning</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage2">Design and Planning</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage3">Process Optimisation</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage4">Data and Analytics Transformation</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage5">Technology Enablement</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage6">Change Management and Communication</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/08/finance-transformation-key-roles#stage7">Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement</a></p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 1:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Assessment and Visioning</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>CFO:</strong>&nbsp;Overall strategic direction, executive sponsorship, and vision for the Finance Transformation initiative.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Transformation Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Oversees the assessment process, identifies pain points, and engages with stakeholders.</p>
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<p><strong>Process Improvement Analyst:&nbsp;</strong>Analyses existing finance processes, identifies inefficiencies, and suggests improvements.</p>
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<p><strong>IT Business Analyst:&nbsp;</strong>Assists in evaluating the current state of finance systems and technology.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 2:&nbsp;</strong><strong>Design and Planning</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>CFO:</strong>&nbsp;Sets the strategic direction and goals for the Finance Transformation initiative.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Transformation Manager:&nbsp;</strong>Develops the comprehensive Finance Transformation strategy and project plan.</p>
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<p><strong>Project Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Coordinates the planning process, timelines, and resource allocation.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Business Partner:&nbsp;</strong>Collaborates with stakeholders to define objectives and align them with the overall strategy.</p>
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<p><strong>IT Director:&nbsp;</strong>Provides guidance on technology requirements and feasibility.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 3:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Process Optimisation</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>Finance Transformation Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Leads the process optimisation efforts and ensures alignment with the strategic goals.</p>
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<p><strong>Process Improvement Specialist:</strong>&nbsp;Works closely with finance teams to streamline processes and eliminate redundancies.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Operations Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Implements process changes and monitors efficiency gains.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Management Specialist:&nbsp;</strong>Supports the transition to new processes and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 4:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Data and Analytics Transformation</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>Chief Data Officer:&nbsp;</strong>Oversees data governance and quality initiatives.</p>
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<p><strong>Data Analyst:&nbsp;</strong>Assesses data sources, analyses trends, and provides insights for decision-making.</p>
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<p><strong>Business Intelligence Developer:</strong>&nbsp;Implements analytics capabilities, develops dashboards, and supports reporting requirements.</p>
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<p><strong>Data Scientist:</strong>&nbsp;Utilises advanced analytics techniques for predictive modelling and scenario analysis.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 5:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Technology Enablement</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>CFO:&nbsp;</strong>Provides strategic guidance and approves the selection of finance systems and tools.</p>
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<p><strong>IT Director:&nbsp;</strong>Evaluates technology options, manages implementation, and ensures integration.</p>
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<p><strong>Financial Systems Analyst:</strong>&nbsp;Assists with system selection, configuration, and testing.</p>
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<p><strong>Training Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Develops training programs and provides support to end-users.</p>
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<p><strong>User Experience (UX) Designer:&nbsp;</strong>Enhances the user interface and user experience of finance systems.</p>
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<h4><strong>Stage 6:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Change Management and Communication</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>CFO:</strong>&nbsp;Drives change management initiatives and communicates the benefits of the Finance Transformation.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Management Specialist:</strong>&nbsp;Develops and implements the change management plan.</p>
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<p><strong>Internal Communications Manager:</strong>&nbsp;Handles internal communication related to the Finance Transformation initiative.</p>
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<p><strong>HR Business Partner:</strong>&nbsp;Supports employee engagement, training, and talent management during the change process.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 7:</strong><strong>&nbsp;Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>CFO:</strong>&nbsp;Monitors performance against KPIs and ensures alignment with strategic objectives.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Performance Analyst:</strong>&nbsp;Analyses financial data, identifies areas for improvement, and tracks progress.</p>
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<p><strong>Continuous Improvement Manager:&nbsp;</strong>Facilitates ongoing improvement initiatives and supports the implementation of best practices.</p>
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<p><strong>Finance Business Partner:</strong>&nbsp;Collaborates with stakeholders to identify areas for continuous improvement and drive performance.</p>
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<p>​About Handle Recruitment</p>
<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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The key people you need to deliver a finance transformation programme

<p><strong>​</strong><strong>In the latest edition of our newsletter:</strong><br><br>🎉 Our consultants pick their favourite projects from great brands - London Fashion Week, BBC &amp; the Richard Antwi Scholarship<br><br>🎉 Our latest permanent and temporary roles across the creative industries<br><br>🎉 Spotlight on Marketing: what's your 2024 strategy?<br><br>🎉 Download: CV templates for entry-level roles in the creative industries, sector by sector<br><br>🎉 Finance transformation in the creative industries: what skills do your team need?<br><br>🎉&nbsp;&nbsp;Celebrating London: National Theatre North Kensington Takeover Day<br><br>🎉 Your guide to improving your jobseeker fitness<br><br>🎉 Request your bespoke salary benchmarking report today!</p>
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<p align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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Newsletter 27/09/23: Great Brands need Great People

<h3>Every finance transformation programme is different. The one shared attribute is they are complex, challenging, and you need some sharp minds to drive them forward. </h3>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">Whether it is the first time you've led a finance transformation programme, it's been a while, or you are a seasoned pro, I asked my network to share the&nbsp;five most biggest mistakes to avoid:</p>
<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>1. Inadequate planning and scope definition</strong></h4>
<p>​Failing to thoroughly plan and define the project scope can lead to scope creep, cost overruns, and delays. It is crucial to conduct a comprehensive assessment, clearly define project objectives, and establish a realistic timeline and budget from the outset.</p>
<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>2. Insufficient change management</strong></h4>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">Neglecting the human aspect of change. Inadequate change management efforts can result in resistance, lack of adoption, and failure to realise the intended benefits. It is essential to engage stakeholders, communicate the vision, address concerns, and provide the necessary training and support to ensure successful change adoption.</p>
<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>3. Lack of alignment with strategic goals</strong></h4>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">Finance transformation projects should align closely with the organisation's strategic objectives. Failing to establish this alignment can result in a project that does not address the organisation's true needs or deliver the expected value. It is important to maintain a clear focus on strategic goals throughout the project and regularly assess progress against these objectives.</p>
<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>4. Poor data management and integration</strong></h4>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">Data is a critical component of finance transformation, and inadequate data management and integration can hinder the project's success. Failure to address data quality, data governance, and integration challenges can lead to inaccurate reporting, unreliable insights, and inefficiencies. Robust data management strategies and effective integration of systems and processes are essential.</p>
<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>5. Insufficient communication and stakeholder engagement</strong></h4>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">Lack of effective communication and engagement with stakeholders can result in misunderstandings, resistance, and a lack of support for the transformation project. It is crucial to establish a comprehensive communication plan, involve stakeholders from the beginning, and provide regular updates on project progress. Open and transparent communication helps build trust and ensures alignment throughout the project.</p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left">By avoiding these mistakes and implementing best practices in project planning, change management, alignment with strategic goals, data management, and stakeholder engagement, you can feel more at peace in working towards a successful finance transformation project.</p>
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<h4 class="Paragraph SCXW45735192 BCX9" align="left"><strong>Supporting finance transformation in the creative industries.</strong></h4>
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2024 Strategy: Which platforms are you focusing on?

<h4>From new platforms, new owners, the continued rise of video, and nano-influencers becoming the new micro-influencers, it's been an interesting year!</h4>
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<p><strong>There's no stopping the TikTok storm:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.shopify.com/uk/blog/tiktok-statistics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">56%</a>&nbsp;reported that they would&nbsp;increase&nbsp;their investment in TikTok ads and content&mdash;higher than any other social app.</p>
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<p><strong>Shortform content is the way forward:</strong>&nbsp;When compared to regular video content, Instagram Reels receive a&nbsp;<a href="https://thesocialshepherd.com/blog/instagram-statistics" target="_blank" rel="noopener">22% higher engagement rate</a>- mirroring the success of their competition in TikTok.</p>
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<p><strong>X navigates through an uncertain future:</strong>&nbsp;The rebrand saw its weekly active users&nbsp;<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2023/08/28/x-saw-weekly-active-users-and-rankings-drop-post-rebrand-but-twitter-lite-installs-grew/?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAI-zWD6yIBDZR5FmCb81tMR0KtF1OPCfY_YA5_mTNpi5OGE1FfuiIPYNKEcSTAhwz7Z5uz7a-iJCJhTJXx-KWdXAS2AYRrX6AVbc9PhEfRRs5NGDzIUthlmlJAdiOtn8p2RNY87dl6AxgMpijWHkjmmKcyUuhV5mH3PJAifk_9tr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">drop 4%</a>over the following weeks following the change (August 6-20).</p>
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<p><strong>Facebook ages with grace:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.demandsage.com/facebook-statistics/#:~:text=Facebook%20has%203.03%20billion%20monthly,in%20to%20Facebook%20every%20day." target="_blank" rel="noopener">2.11 billion people</a>&nbsp;can still be reached through advertising on the platform.</p>
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<h4>But where are you allocating your effort (and budget) in 2024?</h4>
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<p align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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<h4><strong>At each stage of your finance transformation programme, will you have the right people skills to support a smooth delivery?</strong></h4>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#assess">Stage 1: Assessment</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#plan">Stage 2: Planning</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#process">Stage 3: Process optimisation</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#data">Stage 4: Data and analytics transformation</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#tech">Stage 5: Technology enablement</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#change">Stage 6: Change management</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/blog/2023/09/what-skills-do-leaders-need-in-a-finance-transformation-project#perf">Stage 7: Performance measurement</a></p>
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<p><strong>Stage 1: Assessment</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Strategic Thinking:</strong>&nbsp;Assessing the current state of finance operations and envisioning the future state aligned with the organisation's goals.</p>
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<p><strong>Strong Analytical Skills</strong><strong>:</strong>&nbsp;Analysing complex financial data and identifying pain points and inefficiencies.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong>&nbsp;Communicating and engaging with stakeholders, understanding their needs, and building consensus around the vision.</p>
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<p><strong>Project Management Expertise:</strong>&nbsp;Effective planning, resource allocation, and timeline management.</p>
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<p><strong>Collaboration and Influence:</strong>&nbsp;Collaborating with various stakeholders and influencing decision-making to gain buy-in and support for the transformation roadmap.</p>
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<p><strong>Stage 3: Process optimisation</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Process Improvement Expertise:&nbsp;</strong>In-depth knowledge of finance processes and best practices, to identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency gains.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Management Skills:</strong>&nbsp;Implementing process changes requires the ability to navigate organisational resistance, communicate effectively, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.</p>
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<p><strong>Results-Driven work:</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Focusing on achieving tangible results, such as cost savings, improved productivity, and enhanced controls.</p>
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<p><strong>Stage 4: Data and analytics transformation</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Data and Technology Savvy:&nbsp;</strong>A strong understanding of data management principles, emerging technologies, and analytics capabilities is essential to drive the data and analytics transformation.</p>
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<p><strong>Strategic Thinking:</strong>&nbsp;Identifying opportunities to leverage data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making and create value for the organisation.</p>
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<p><strong>Collaboration with IT:</strong>&nbsp;Effective collaboration with IT teams to ensure the availability of reliable data, implement advanced analytics tools, and integrate systems.</p>
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<p><strong>Stage 5: Technology enablement</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Technology Expertise:&nbsp;</strong>A deep understanding of finance systems, emerging technologies, and industry trends to guide the selection and implementation of appropriate technology solutions.</p>
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<p><strong>User-Centric Approach:&nbsp;</strong>Understanding user needs, enhancing user experience, and enabling self-service capabilities for stakeholders.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Management Skills:&nbsp;</strong>Managing the change associated with new technology implementation and driving user adoption, with effective change management strategies and communication.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Management Skills:&nbsp;</strong>Navigating resistance, managing stakeholders, and creating a culture of change and continuous improvement.</p>
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<p><strong>Excellent Communication Skills</strong>:&nbsp;Communicating clearly and concisely to articulate the benefits of the transformation, address concerns, and keep stakeholders informed throughout the process.</p>
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<p><strong>Empathy and Influencing Skills:&nbsp;</strong>Understanding and addressing the needs and concerns of employees, building trust, and influencing behaviour to ensure successful change adoption.</p>
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<h4>​<strong>Stage 7: Performance measurement</strong></h4>
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<p><strong>Analytical and Data-Driven:</strong>&nbsp;Analysing financial data and performance metrics to measure the success of the finance transformation initiative and identifying areas for continuous improvement.</p>
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<p><strong>Continuous Improvement Mindset</strong>:&nbsp;Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback, and driving iterative enhancements to sustain the gains achieved through the transformation.</p>
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<p><strong>Strategic Alignment:</strong>&nbsp;Ensuring that performance measurement aligns with the organisation's strategic objectives and supports informed decision-making at all levels.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;" align="left">Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable. We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;" align="left">We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="312"><br><span style="color: #253746;">By staying closely connected to the sectors we support, we share insight, contribute to industry conversations, and help organisations and individuals navigate change with confidence.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">We pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for our clients through <span style="color: #d9017a;">a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion</span>.</h5>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This is not only an ethical obligation to reflect the society we serve, but it also allows us to access the widest pool of talent.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For organisations with a clear mandate to actively address their diversity challenges we are ready and waiting. Our approach is based on a partnership that helps to plan and encourage a more in-depth approach to very specific assignments - ensuring the best chance of a truly diverse shortlist.</p>

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<h5>From recruitment, reward, promotion and performance management, talent and meritocracy should always take precedence.<br><br></h5>
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<p>We opened the doors in 1978 and built our reputation in the music industry. We quickly realised that a great brand is not always a household name. A great brand is something people connect with, not just a place they work. Somewhere that helps them become better at what they do. It could be a record label, it could be in media, it could be a tech start-up.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>From career support, to events and guidance, we are here to help people love their careers at great brands..</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">We partner with organisations of all sizes, from household names to the great brands of tomorrow, helping them find exceptional talent across Marketing, Finance, HR, Office Support, Sales, Legal, Event Operations, and Creative. At our core is a simple belief: great brands are defined by the people behind them, and great careers are built in places where people can grow, contribute, and thrive.</p>

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<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">Handle Recruitment has supported organisations at the forefront of the creative industries since 1978.</span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">Delivering permanent, temporary and interim recruitment, alongside people consultancy and outsourced payroll and compliance solutions &nbsp;- across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech.</p>
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<p>We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference.</p>

<p>Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Business Support, Event Operations, and Creative but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>

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<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">We want to help you have an exceptional career and <span style="color: #d9017a;">fulfil your potential</span>. How we support you depends on what you need.</span></h4>
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<h5>You pay an agreed % on the value of each freelancers invoice. We reduce the compliance risk, increase your pay accuracy, and elevate the freelancer experience.<br><br></h5>
<p>Because every great brand needs a personalised HMRC and auto-enrolment compliant payroll solution, that places the experience of your freelancers at the centre:</p>
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<h4><span style="color: #748592;">The one destination for freelancer payroll &amp; compliance for the production, entertainment and creative industries.</span></h4>

<p>We can support self-employed, PAYE temps or individuals working through limited companies &ndash; taking on the compliance risk and removing the headaches of payroll and invoice admin, including IR35.</p>

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<p>Our Managed solution is the fastest way to outsource your payroll:</p>
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<p>Our enterprise solution is for customers with a high volume of freelancers and complex workflows:</p>
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<h3>Handle Pay Managed</h3>

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<p>HMRC and auto-enrolment compliant, we offer truly personalised payroll and compliance support, designed for creative businesses.</p>
<p>We look after the onboarding, payroll and compliance of your directly sourced freelancers and temporary workers. Providing accelerated onboarding and timesheet submissions.</p>
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<h4>Every engagement begins with a dedicated lead consultant who works with you to shape the right delivery model.</h4>
<p><br>From there, we build an extended recruitment team that can operate on-site, remotely, or through a blended approach. Acting as a true extension of your organisation, the team represents your brand, shares accountability for outcomes, and works to clear, agreed objectives.</p>

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<h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #253746;">Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Business Support, Event Operations, and Creative but are tied together by the industries we support.<br><br></span></h5>

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<h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #748592;">Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism</span></h3>

<p><span style="color: #253746;">Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Business Support, Event Operations, and Creative but are tied together by the industries we support.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">How we support great brands</span></h1>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;">we help great brands hire great people...</h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="/marketing-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Marketing</a> | <a href="/finance-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Finance</a> | <a href="/hr-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HR</a> | <a href="/businesssupport-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Business Support</a> | <a href="/sales-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sales</a> | <a href="/legal-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Legal</a> | <a href="/event-operations-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Event Operations</a> | <a href="/creative-recruitment" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Creative</a></p>
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<h5 data-start="0" data-end="312">We work in partnership with our clients, candidates, partners, and industry bodies to create value beyond individual placements.</h5>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="312">By staying closely connected to the sectors we support, we share insight, contribute to industry conversations, and help organisations and individuals navigate change with confidence.&nbsp;Our engagement with professional networks and government bodies ensures we remain aligned with evolving legislation and best practice, enabling us to provide informed guidance and support long-term, sustainable careers and teams.</p>
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<h3><span style="color: #253746;">Connected to the <span style="color: #d9017a;">industries we love</span></span></h3>

<h5 class="MsoNormal">We pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for our clients through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.</h5>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For organisations with a clear mandate to actively address their diversity challenges we are ready and waiting. Our approach is based on a partnership that helps to plan and encourage a more in-depth approach to very specific assignments - ensuring the best chance of a truly diverse shortlist.</p>

<h3><span style="color: #253746;"><span style="color: #d9017a;">handling diversity</span> through equality &amp; authenticity</span></h3>

<h5>The candidate experience is central to everything we do and never forget that a candidate that is unsuccessful today may also be a fan, customer, or perfect future hire.</h5>
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<p>One in three jobseekers would be put off buying products or using your services because of a bad hiring experience. We remove the risk to your brand by ensuring that every candidate that is introduced to a recruitment process is supported throughout.</p>

<h3><span style="color: #253746;"><span style="color: #d9017a;">Protecting your brand </span>&amp; providing an exceptional experience</span></h3>

<p>We are committed to working in partnership with our clients, candidates, and suppliers as well as industry and government bodies, to provide additional value throughout all stages of the recruitment process</p>

<p>Fantastic brands choose to work with us because we understand their culture and values. We make sure that each person we place embraces and exemplifies them too, from junior talent to the c-suite, our candidates are happy, successful and driven: they know that we will provide unrivalled access to career paths with real development potential in iconic companies.</p>
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<h3><span style="color: #253746;">Talent solutions <span style="color: #d9017a;">designed for creativity</span></span></h3>

<p>Focused on the creative industries the brands we support include creative agencies, record labels, big tech giants, and a lot of organisations in-between.</p>

<h3>looking for a new opportunity?</h3>

<p>When you partner with us you don&rsquo;t need to tell us about your competitors or educate us about jargon or market trends. We already know the people, companies, and industries that can provide the access to talent that will seamlessly transition into your organisation.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/about-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener">What makes us different?</a></p>

<p>We are obsessed with ensuring that any candidate that is introduced to a recruitment process has a positive experience - especially the people that are unsuccessful. Our consultants never forget that they are representing your brand and take this responsibility seriously.</p>
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<p>We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, fashion brands, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference. Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism, but are tied together by the industries we support.</p>
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<p>because great people power great brands</p>

<h1>permanent, temporary &amp; interim <span style="color: #d9017a;">recruitment</span></h1>

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<h5>We do things a little differently, a little better, because finding opportunities at great brands should be enjoyable.</h5>
<p>If you are looking for a new permanent, temporary, or interim role at a great brand or struggling to hire the people you need, you are in the right place.</p>
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<h1>The specialisms we support</h1>

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<h3>Each of our consultants are focused on a specialism</h3>
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<h3>tied together by the industries we support.</h3>
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<h3>How else can we help?</h3>

<p>From back office functions to creative teams, sales and digital transformation, we are focused on providing access to the talent that helps creative, brand focused organisations thrive.<br><br>Tied together by the industries we support, our consultants are focused on individual specialisms, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Design, Legal, Office Support, and Tech.</p>

<h3>Talent solutions for great brands</h3>

<p>When you partner with Handle you don’t need to tell us about your competitors or educate us about jargon or trends. We know which industries we can target to find talent that will seamlessly transition into your organisation and we don’t need to spend weeks searching the market - we already know who is available</p>

<p>We are obsessed with ensuring that any candidate that is introduced to a recruitment process has a positive experience - especially the people that are unsuccessful. Our consultants never forget that they are representing your brand and take this responsibility seriously.</p>

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<p>If we haven&rsquo;t spoken before and your experience aligns with a current or upcoming opportunity, we&rsquo;ll do everything we can to reply quickly. At other times we might not be able to respond as quickly as you expected. Please don&rsquo;t take it to heart and we really do try our best to provide the best possible support to everyone that takes the time to connect with us.<br><br></p>
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<p>because great people power great brands</p>
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<p>We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, fashion brands, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference.<br><br></p>
<h5>To share a brief, please complete the form below 👇</h5>

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<p>Supporting the UK's creative industries since 1978</p>
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<h1>Submit your Job Brief</h1>

<p>Supporting organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech.</p>

<p>Talent Halo provides people consultancy with a flexible outcome-focussed approach. Delivering sustainable results and putting people at the heart of your strategy.</p>
<p><br>From start-ups without a HR team to global brands looking for industry specific support. From ad-hoc HR support to complete programmes, we delivering the focused insight and expertise you need to realise your business strategy.<br><br></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/talent-halo-get-in-touch">Get in touch</a></p>

<h3><span style="color: #4744c5;"><span style="color: #253746;">Outsourced HR | </span>Employer Branding<span style="color: #253746;"> | Leadership Development | </span>Outplacement Support.</span></h3>

<h5><br>As part of the Handle Recruitment Group we have been providing talent solutions to the creative industries since 1978.</h5>
<p><br>You might need training, access to specialist resources, or a supporting hand on your shoulder. Our Talent Halo consultants will only recommend the consultancy you need to maximise your investment in people.<br><br></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/talent-halo-get-in-touch" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch</a></p>

<p><em><br>"We could not have asked for more. Gill tailored the training perfectly for the team and the requirements we had. She took time to understand the business and what would work for us. It was not only interesting, but also fun." </em></p>
<h5><em>Anntonia - Operations Manager | Epic Elite</em></h5>
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<p><em>"The support and guidance from Talent Halo has been brilliant. They quickly identified our key people challenges and provided a clear set of priorities. The quality, speed, and positivity has far exceeded our expecations. Thanks so much."</em></p>
<h5><em>Matt - Co-Founder | Music Support</em></h5>

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<h3><span style="color: #748592;">designed for the creative industries</span></h3>
<p>From start-ups to global brands, Talent Halo provides outsourced HR support, employer branding, and leadership development.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #253746;">Talent Halo by Handle</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #4744c5;">PEOPLE CONSULTANCY</span> &amp; TALENT ACCELERATORS<br></h1>

<p>At Handle we do things a little differently, because finding new opportunities at great brands should be enjoyable, and working with great people non-negotiable.</p>
<p>We&rsquo;re proud to support organisations and individuals operating at the forefront of the creative industries. From hiring critical talent to navigating career moves, our work is built around people, partnerships and long-term impact. Below are a few words from clients and candidates who have worked with the Handle team.</p>
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<p>Because we partner with organisations at the forefront of the creative industries, we receive a high volume of enquiries. If your message relates to a current opportunity or something we can support with, we&rsquo;ll do everything we can to respond as quickly as possible.</p>
<p>If you don&rsquo;t hear from us straight away, please don&rsquo;t take it personally. We genuinely appreciate everyone who takes the time to connect with Handle and always aim to provide the best support we can.</p>
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<h4><br><span style="color: #263746;">Going through redundancy is a <span style="color: #e4007e;">hugely testing time</span> and even the most robust individuals can feel enormously overwhelmed.</span></h4>
<p><span style="color: #263746;">We have added a collection of resources below to help you focus on what to do next, ensure that you are application ready, and give yourself the best chance in interviews.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #263746;">What should I do if I&rsquo;m made redundant?</span></h1>

<h4>&nbsp;</h4><h4>Applying for <span style="color: #d9017a;">a job that you really want</span> can be nerve-racking.&nbsp;</h4><p>Your CV leaves in one click but in the same breath you realise that you aren’t 100% sure of the process, you can start thinking about past rejections, or you might be feeling completely out of practice. We cannot provide a perfect formula to success but we have compiled some answers to the questions our consultants are asked most frequently, to help put your mind at ease and ensure that you are job application ready.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/dzfv0xhsqomdp9g1ez0ogmkmd1hg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Are you Application Ready?</a></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Check out all of our career resources</a></p>

<h1>Are you application ready?</h1>

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<h1>Building an Extended Team</h1>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Supporting organisations at the forefront of the creative industries</span></h3>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent</span> <span style="color: #e4007e;">Business Support roles</span> <span style="color: #253746;">include: </span></strong><span style="color: #253746;">Runners | <strong>Event Support</strong> | Receptionists | <strong>Administration Assistants</strong> | Customer Service Coordinators | <strong>Team Assistants </strong>| Personal Assistants | <strong>Executive Assistants</strong> | Digital Executive Assistants | <strong>Studio Managers</strong> | Workplace Coordinators | <strong>Workplace Experience Managers</strong> | Project Coordinators | <strong>Event Coordinators </strong>| Operations Coordinators | <strong>Client Services Coordinators</strong> | Office Managers | <strong>Facilities Managers</strong> | Operations Managers | <strong>Chiefs of Staff.</strong></span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every business support role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong></span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #253746;">or</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong></span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #253746;">and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Business Support professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span data-teams="true">From one-day covers to long-term contracts and permanent roles, we support careers at every stage, from administrative and operational positions through to senior leadership. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</span></p>
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<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your CV</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p>Great Business Support Jobs at Great Brands</p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Business Support</span> <span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

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<p style="text-align: center;">Including Music, Creative Services, Sports and Gaming, Events and Exhibitions, Film and TV, Consumer and Lifestyle Brands, Creative Tech, and the Arts.</p>
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<h4>Recent<span style="color: #e4007e;"> Business Support roles</span> include</h4>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Runners | Event Support | Receptionists | Administration Assistant | Customer Service | Data Entry Coordinator |Team Assistant | Workplace Coordinator | Operations Coordinator | Facilities Manger | Office Manager | Personal Assistant | Executive Assistant&nbsp;</p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">Not every business support role is advertised.</h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.&nbsp;<span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong>&nbsp;o</span>r&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/"><span style="color: #e4007e;">speak with one of our consultants</span></a></strong> and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s <span style="color: #000000;">now </span>or in <span style="color: #000000;">the</span> future.</p>
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<div><strong>We partner with some of the most exciting organisations across the creative industries to match skilled business support professionals with opportunities spanning administrative and operational roles through to senior leadership positions.</strong></div>
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<div>Supporting temporary, contract and interim careers, our team connects you with opportunities from one‑day covers to 12‑month contracts, as well as permenant positions. We open the door to top creative brands and off‑market roles, giving you direct access to employers who value exceptional support talent.</div>
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<p>for Media and Entertainment, Music, Film, TV, Marketing &amp; Events</p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Business Support </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<h4><strong><br><span style="color: #243746;">Are you in the</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;">unfortunate position</span> <span style="color: #243746;">of having to let your staff go?</span></strong></h4>
<p><span style="color: #243746;">A job search often happens by choice, but sometimes, there is no choice. When someone is placed in this position suddenly, by unpredictable circumstances, few people are in any way prepared.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #243746;">We can offer complimentary outplacement support by providing practical career coaching to members of your organisation that are facing redundancy.</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #243746;">Career Coaching and Readiness</span></h1>

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<h3>SUPPORTING<br><span style="color: #d9017a;">GREAT PEOPLE</span></h3>
<h4>From recruitment, reward, promotion and performance management, talent and meritocracy should always take precedence.</h4>
<p class="MsoNormal">We don't play a KPI numbers game, we want everyone at Handle to be self-motivated and self-managing. We care about building a genuine understanding of our clients' businesses and we focus on the behaviours that enhance relationships.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We are only as good as the people we support and this approach ensures that we can provide the service and expertise you need to be successful.</p>
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<h5 align="left"><span style="color: #253746;">We partner with some of the world’s most recognised brands to strengthen their talent strategies and solve complex hiring challenges. From leading entertainment companies &amp; social platforms to global media brands, sports organisations, and retailers, we deliver a constantly evolving range of talent solutions.</span></h5>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #253746;">At Handle, we’re just as committed to our people as we are to our clients. When you join us, we’ll support you in building an incredible career - because everyone deserves the opportunity to fulfil their potential.</span></p>
<p align="left"><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your CV</a></p>
<p align="left"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/life-at-handle/">Find out more</a></p>

<p>Supporting the creative industries since 1978</p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Careers at </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Handle</span></h1>

<h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage</span>&nbsp;</strong><strong>is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong>Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong>is about&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">people.</span></strong></h3><p>Whether you are looking for a new opportunity within event operations, or an ambitious employer looking for an innovative thought-leader or an enthusiastic junior, our industry experts will be able to meet your needs.</p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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<h4><br><span style="color: #263746;">Responsibilities, application process, and</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;">requirements<span style="color: #263746;">.</span></span></h4>
<p><span style="color: #263746;">At Handle, we support several charities that are doing incredible work across the creative industries and more. We often find them staff to help run their organisations, and charity trustees are extremely in demand.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #263746;">Being a charity trustee means you can have a direct hand in how a charity is run - building more success for their cause and increasing the reach of their impact.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #263746;">We're breaking down exactly what it means to be a&nbsp;<strong>charity trustee</strong>, how to become one, and why it's a role worth your time.</span><br><br></p>
<h5><span style="color: #263746;">Check out our full guide below 👇</span></h5>

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<h5><span style="color: #263746;">On 1 October 2011 The Agency Worker's Regulations (AWR) came into force. This provides all Agency Workers with a right to equal treatment with their directly recruited equivalents after a 12 week qualifying period.</span></h5>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;"><span style="color: #e4007e;">Agency worker </span>regulations for PAYE agency workers</span></h1>

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<h5><span style="color: #263746;">As part of the Working Time Regulations (1998), PAYE Agency Workers are entitled to paid annual leave as outlined below:</span></h5>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;"><span style="color: #e4007e;">Holiday pay</span> for PAYE agency workers</span></h1>

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<h1><span style="color: #e4007e;">Online timesheets <span style="color: #263746;">for handle temps</span></span></h1>
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<h4><br>Everything you need to know is included below.</h4>

<h1><span style="color: #243746;">Tax and national insurance for <span style="color: #e4007e;">PAYE </span>agency workers</span></h1>

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<h4 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #263746;">Submit timesheets, claim expenses, and view your payslips <span style="color: #e4007e;">using Intime</span>. We'll get you set-up, but familiarise yourself with the deadlines and steps below to ensure smooth, on-time payments.</span></h4>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;">Timesheets, expenses &amp; pay</span></h1>

<h1>Cookie Policy</h1>

<h4><br>In a job search you<span style="color: #000000;">r&nbsp;CV </span>can become your most important piece of content.</h4>
<p>As well as providing a first impression to hiring managers and recruitment professionals it must also support you throughout a recruitment process.</p>
<p><strong>We have asked our consultants to share their top tips to help </strong><strong>you secure your next role.&nbsp;</strong><strong>Including:</strong></p>
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<h5 data-key="11"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/rztvmqc54d8ylkc1sd5w60w4e0hk" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="12" data-od-marked="true">Download: How to Create the Perfect CV</a></h5>
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<h4><br><span style="color: #243746;">Mentoring designed for the </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">creative industries</span></h4>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #243746;">A unique mentoring programme designed for exceptional people, from underrepresented groups, working within the creative industries.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #243746;">As the creative sectors boom at twice the rate of the economy, it&rsquo;s disappointing that resolving diversity and inclusion within the industry is still such a work in progress. Less formal than coaching, mentoring is a sharing of knowledge and experience over a series of meetings.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-involved" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register your interest</a></p>

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<h1><span style="color: #243746;">Creative Breakthrough</span></h1>

<h3><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">is about people.</strong></h3><p>The strong relationships developed by our HR recruitment agency team is underpinned by our curated HR events programme, latest insight, and our unique HR Mentoring Programme.</p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Creative Services Jobs</h1>

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<p><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Creative roles</span><span style="color: #253746;"> include: </span></strong><span style="color: #253746;" data-teams="true">Producers | Post-Production | Creative | Motion Design | Editing | Operations | Technical | Resource Management | Project Manager | Studio Manager | Localisation Producer | Production Management</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every creative role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><span style="color: #253746;">&nbsp;</span><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong>&nbsp;</span>or&nbsp;<span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong><span style="color: #253746;"> </span></span><span style="color: #253746;">and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Creatives with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p data-start="209" data-end="399"><span data-teams="true">From temporary, contract and permanent roles, we support careers at every stage, whether you're at the start of your career or in a leadership position. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</span></p>
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<p data-start="322" data-end="528"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p><span style="color: #253746;">Great Creative Jobs at Great Brands</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">CREATIVE </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">JOBS</span></h1>

<h4><strong style="color: rgb(45, 45, 45); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br>Handle Recruitment takes its responsibility to <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">society and the environment</span> seriously. </strong></h4><p><span style="color: rgb(45, 45, 45); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">We work to ensure our business practices reflect the values and expectations of our staff, our clients and business partners.</span></p><p>We are constantly evolving our Corporate Responsibility programme to ensure a meaningful, robust approach to our key environmental and ethical responsibilities.</p>

<h1>Corporate Social Responsibility</h1>

<h3><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">is about people.</strong></h3><p>We help great brands improve their talent processes and hire great people. Creative businesses like record labels, online platforms, publishers, and luxury retailers, partner with us to support their Finance, Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech functions.</p><p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/">Share your cv&nbsp;</a><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/">Submit a job brief</a></p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 100.089%; height: 22.5px; border-width: 0px; border-spacing: 5px;" border="1"><tbody><tr style="height: 22.5px;"><td style="height: 22.5px; border-width: 0px; padding: 10px;">&nbsp;</td><td style="height: 22.5px; border-width: 0px; padding: 10px;">&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Digital &amp; Technology</h1>

<h4>​<br>We pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for our clients through a <span style="color: #d9017a;">commitment </span>to equality, diversity and inclusion.</h4>
<p>This is not only an ethical obligation to reflect the society we serve, but it also allows us to access the widest pool of talent.</p>

<h1>Diversity and Inclusion</h1>

<h1>Download our Brochure</h1>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Supporting organisations at the forefront of the creative industries</span></h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #e4007e;">Event Operations roles</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #253746;">include: </span></strong><span style="color: #253746;">Business Development&nbsp;Managers | Exhibition Managers | Event Producers |&nbsp;Event Marketing Managers | Commercial Managers |&nbsp;Head of Events | Event Directors | <span data-teams="true">Event Project Manager | Venue Specialist | Event Manager | and more.</span></span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every event operations role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you’re beginning to explore what’s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start</span>.<span style="color: #e4007e;">&nbsp;<strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong><span style="color: #253746;">&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #253746;">or</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong> </span><span style="color: #253746;">and we’ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that’s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Event Operations professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p data-start="92" data-end="336">From temporary and contract assignments to permanent opportunities, we support careers across both agency and in-house environments. Our long-standing industry relationships give you access to roles that aren&rsquo;t always advertised, alongside considered guidance from consultants who understand your skills, your ambitions, and the environments where you&rsquo;ll do your best work.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #253746;">Great Events Jobs at Great Brands</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Event Operations </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<p data-start="0" data-end="266"><strong>At Handle Recruitment, we help businesses secure top event operations talent to deliver impactful live, virtual, and hybrid experiences. From agencies to in-house teams, we connect organisations with professionals who combine creativity with operational expertise.</strong></p>
<p data-start="268" data-end="455" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Whether building teams for brand activations, exhibitions, conferences, or large-scale events, recruitment solutions are provided to ensure the right people are in place to drive success.</p>

<h1>Event Operations Recruitment</h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">Whether you&rsquo;re looking to enter a new industry or need a social role that puts you at the forefront of a company&rsquo;s people-facing operations - a role within</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;">front of house</span> <span style="color: #253746;">could be your calling.</span></h4>
<p>In this guide, we cover the skills you&rsquo;ll need, what your day-to-day could look like and the potential career paths.</p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/2llzlkpft9046ckpp2xj4owgzwh1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Your Guide to Front of House</a><br><br></p>
<h5><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></h5>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Have you ever considered front of house?</span></h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">Ever considered working in</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;">London?</span></h4>
<p data-start="165" data-end="327">If you&rsquo;re an Australian passport holder thinking about taking your finance career overseas, our complete guide to working in London is the perfect place to start.</p>
<p data-start="329" data-end="562">Inside, you&rsquo;ll find everything a finance professional needs to know - from the latest UK visa rules and eligibility updates to practical advice on finding accommodation, understanding the job market, and settling into life in London.</p>
<p data-start="564" data-end="661">Download the guide and get clear, up-to-date insights to help you plan your move with confidence!</p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Live in Australia? Work in Finance?</span></h1>

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<h3 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><span style="color: #263746;">Supporting organisations at the forefront of the creative industries</span></strong></span></h3>
<p><strong><span style="color: #d9017a;"><span style="color: #253746;"><span style="color: #263746;">Recent</span> </span>Finance roles</span> <span style="color: #263746;">include: </span></strong><span style="color: #263746;">Finance Analyst | Head of Finance | Accounts Assistant | Commercial Controller | Royalties Manager | Senior Production Accountant | Management Accountant | Chief Financial Officer | Finance Systems Analyst | Senior FP&amp;A Manager.<br>&nbsp;</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #263746;">Not every finance role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #263746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;"><span style="color: #263746;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;"><strong><a style="color: #d9017a;" href="/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong></span> <span style="color: #263746;">or</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;"><strong><a style="color: #d9017a;" href="/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong></span> <span style="color: #263746;">and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</span></span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Finance professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p>Across permanent, temporary and contract roles, we support careers at every stage, from part-qualified and newly qualified professionals through to senior leadership. Our long-standing industry relationships provide access to opportunities that aren&rsquo;t always advertised, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand your technical strengths and the environments where you&rsquo;ll thrive.</p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p><span style="color: #263746;">Great Finance Jobs at Great Brands</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;">Finance</span> <span style="color: #d9017a;">Jobs</span></h1>

<p data-start="0" data-end="169"><strong>At Handle Recruitment, we help creative and commercial organisations secure finance talent that drives performance, from emerging professionals to experienced leaders.</strong></p>
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<h1>Finance Recruitment</h1>

<h3><strong>Our <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">heritage&nbsp;</span></strong><strong>is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong>Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong>is about&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">people</span>.</strong></h3><p>Our clients include some of the UK&rsquo;s leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, and sports bodies, and they are currently looking for; Finance Programme Managers, Finance Systems Managers, Finance Data Analysts, Finance Data Leads, and Systems Accountants.</p><p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Finance Transformation</h1>

<h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage</span>&nbsp;</strong><strong>is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong>Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong>is about <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">people.</span></strong></h3><p>Our community of finance candidates are equipped with the skillsets and technical ability &ndash; as well as the personality &ndash; to thrive and develop in inspiring industries.</p><p>If you are looking for a new opportunity in the creative industries or need to hire great people we'd love to talk.</p><p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv&nbsp;</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Finance</h1>

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<h4><br><span style="color: #243746;">Aimed at </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">newly appointed</span><span style="color: #243746;"> or </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">aspiring leaders</span><span style="color: #243746;"> within a creative business, our Future Female Leaders Programme enables organisations to fast-track identified talent through a supportive </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">8-month process.</span></h4>
<p><span style="color: #243746;">This unique programme combines five specialist in-depth workshop events alongside a dedicated qualified coach who will provide 1-to-1 support. ​</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #243746;"><strong>​​If you are looking to:<br><br></strong></span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #243746;">Future Female Leaders</span></h1>

<h4><br>Thank you for the interest you have shown in the <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Creative Breakthrough Mentoring Programme.</span></h4><p>If you would like to be notified when the application process re-opens please share your details below:</p>

<h1>Creative Breakthrough - get involved</h1>

<h1>How to get a job in the music industry</h1>

<h4><br>The 2023 survey is now open!</h4><p>Have your say. It only takes a few minutes to complete our anonymous survey.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/HLJFC5P" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Complete the survey</a></p><p>​Share your email address below to be one of the first people to receive a copy of this unique research in early 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Great<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);"> Brands</span> power <br>Great <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">People</span></h1>

<h5>&nbsp;<br>We pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for our clients through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.</h5>

<h1><span style="color: #d9017a;">Handling</span> Diversity</h1>

<h4><strong><br><span style="color: #263746;">A </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">practical guide</span><span style="color: #263746;"> for anyone responsible for Diversity, Inclusion &amp; Belonging within an SME.</span></strong></h4>
<p><span style="color: #263746;">If you are trying to find the right D&amp;I path or looking for some reassurance on your existing strategy you first need to look at where you are today and set clear objectives. We hope that this guide will provide additional clarity to help you review your own focus and how you can measure your success.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #263746;">How to begin your diversity journey</span></h1>

<h4><br>Handle specialise in recruitment for <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">digital and technology</span> jobs in London.</h4><p>We source highly talented candidates whether they are creatives who design and market products or are experts in production, application development, and infrastructure support.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support digital and technology</h1>

<h4><br>As well as introducing Programme Directors and Programme Managers to new Finance Transformation projects, we also support and help build <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">exceptional delivery teams.</span></h4><p>Connecting great brands to the people that will make the biggest impact on their project and organisation, not simply the ones applying for their next Interim opportunity or Permanent role.&nbsp;Our clients include some of the UK&rsquo;s leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, and sports bodies.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support Finance Transformation</h1>

<h4><br>Handle Recruitment provide finance professionals with the opportunity to discover <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">diverse and challenging roles</span>, often in a less traditional working environment.</h4><p>We support exceptional candidates at every career stage &ndash; from part-qualified and newly qualified, to the c-suite. Permanent, temporary or Interim assignments, the finance professionals in our network power the creative industries!</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support finance</h1>

<h4 align="left"><br>Seeking creativity in the HR function? We work with companies that take their <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">brand, people, culture and talent</span> seriously.</h4><p align="left">Focused on the creative industries the brands we support including creative agencies, record labels, tech giants, and a lot of organisations in-between. <br><br>We have built an extensive network of hard-to-find, rare-breed professionals at all levels of the HR structure, to suit all working styles and in all specialisms.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support HR, Culture and Talent</h1>

<h4><br>Our legal recruitment team places legal practitioners on both an <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">interim and permanent basis</span> across the full breadth of the Handle Recruitment client base.</h4><p>We focus on the recruitment of qualified lawyers for positions across the entire spectrum of the media and entertainment industries, including Music, Film, TV, Fashion, Publishing &amp; Sport.<br><br><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people?</a></p>

<h1>How we support legal</h1>

<h4><strong style="color: rgb(45, 45, 45); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br>Helping you find <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">great</span> marcomms talent&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>​We work with companies that take their brand seriously and can provide marketers with the opportunity to discover diverse and challenging roles, in exciting industries.</p><p>From TV Publicists to Account Directors, our network&nbsp;is full of incredible people that have told us they&rsquo;d be&nbsp;interested to hear about that &lsquo;great next role&rsquo; and trust&nbsp;us to find it for them.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support Marketing &amp; Communications</h1>

<p>From BD Managers and Senior Account Managers,&nbsp;the candidates we support help deliver extraordinary&nbsp;exhibitions, and industry-leading B2B conferences. </p>

<h1>How we support Media and Events</h1>

<h4><br>Handle has been providing talent solutions for the music industry since <span style="color: #d9017a;">since 1978.</span></h4>
<p>Today we support majors, independents, publishers, platforms, and disruptors, connecting each brand with the people who will help influence what happens next in an industry we love.</p>
<p><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people?</a></span></p>

<h1>How we support Music Industry Jobs</h1>

<h4><br>From Executive Assistants to Office Coordinators, we attract and maintain an engaged network from the <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">widest conceivable talent pool</span> &ndash; not just candidates actively looking for jobs.</h4><p>The way we work is underpinned by the genuine knowledge we will build of your business, people, and employer brand. Our commitment is to support every candidate we introduce to you by providing regular communication, timely feedback, and expert insight throughout the recruitment process</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people? </a></p>

<h1>How we support office-support</h1>

<h3>Providing Permanent, Interim and Temporary solutions for the creative industries</h3>

<h1>How we support Sales, Media and Events</h1>

<h1>HR | Culture | Talent</h1>

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<p><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">HR, People &amp; Talent roles</span></strong><span style="color: #253746;"><strong> include:</strong> </span><span style="color: #253746;" data-teams="true">HR Manager | HR Director | Head of HR | Chief People Officer | HR Business Partner | HR Advisor | HR Assistant | HRIS Analyst | Payroll Manager | Talent Acquisition Partner | Recruitment Coordinator</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every HR role is advertised.</span></h3>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you’re beginning to explore what’s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.&nbsp;</span><a href="share-your-cv/"><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong>Share your CV</strong>&nbsp;</span></a><span style="color: #253746;">or&nbsp;</span><strong><a href="/get-in-touch/"><span style="color: #e4007e;">speak with one of our consultants</span></a></strong> <span style="color: #253746;">and we’ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that’s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled HR, People, and Culture professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p><span style="color: #253746;">Across permanent, temporary and interim roles, we support careers at every stage, from HR Assistant through to HR Director and C-suite level. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</span></p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your CV</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p><span style="color: #34495e;">Great HR Jobs at Great Brands</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">HR </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<p data-start="0" data-end="278"><strong>At Handle Recruitment, we support businesses in building exceptional HR, People, and Talent teams that drive culture and performance. From HR Assistants to senior HR Directors, we connect organisations with professionals who combine strategic insight with practical expertise.</strong></p>
<p data-start="280" data-end="484" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Whether seeking short-term support, expanding teams, or looking for guidance on people and talent trends, recruitment solutions are provided to help secure the right HR talent to meet your business needs.</p>

<h1>HR Recruitment</h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #243746;">With traditional office-based work culture rapidly becoming a distant memory, how can we harness different personality types &amp; neurodiversity to </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">stimulate creativity?</span></h4>
<p>Whatever your personal experience of working in isolation and expectations of the &lsquo;new normal&rsquo; I&rsquo;m sure we&rsquo;re all in agreement that the people and leadership challenges we have faced in 2020 have been incredibly challenging.</p>
<p>To get the discussion going we enlisted the expert support of Pete May and Lucy Cleveley to understand more about how businesses like Universal Music have been able to embrace different personality types and neurodiversity to encourage creative thinking.<br><br></p>
<h4><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/55fgphmbe5dzalpy56vivloiihx8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download a PDF copy of Maintaining Innovation in Isolation</a></h4>

<h1><span style="color: #243746;">Maintaining innovation in isolation</span></h1>

<h4><strong><br>Share your CV!</strong></h4>

<h1>Interested in a <br><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Career at Handle?</span></h1>

<h4><br>If a job search is not going to plan it is very easy to become frustrated by the things that are <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">beyond your control.</span></h4><p>If you are currently out of work and struggling to find your next role, now is the time to re-assess and find clarity. To support you through the coming weeks and months we have collected the resources, support and guidance that will help you get through these challenging times.<br><br></p><h5 data-key="11"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/bhrheln69cyxzbkn3ctwopz5tuzx" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-key="12" data-od-marked="true">Download: Supporting You and Your Career</a></h5><div class="call-to-action mt-4 aos-init aos-animate" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="450" data-aos-once="true"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv</a></div><div class="call-to-action mt-4 aos-init aos-animate" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="450" data-aos-once="true"><div class="call-to-action mt-4 aos-init aos-animate" data-aos="fade-up" data-aos-delay="450" data-aos-once="true">&nbsp;</div></div>

<h1>Looking for a new job?</h1>

<h1>Jobs in Fashion</h1>

<h1>Join the Academy</h1>

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<p><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Legal roles</span> </strong><span style="color: #253746;"><strong>include:</strong> </span><span style="color: #253746;">Paralegal | Legal Assistant | Legal Executive | Business Affairs Executive | Contracts Manager | Associate Solicitor | Corporate Counsel | Senior Legal Counsel | Head of Legal | General Counsel | Legal Director | Compliance Officer | Contract Administrator | Legal Operations Manager | Legal Secretary</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every Legal role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><span style="color: #253746;">&nbsp;</span><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong>&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #253746;">or&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong> </span><span style="color: #253746;">and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Legal professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p><span style="color: #253746;" data-teams="true">From temporary, fixed-term, and permanent roles, we support careers at every stage, from paralegals through to legal counsels. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</span></p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your CV</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p>Great Legal Jobs at Great Brands</p>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Legal </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<p data-start="0" data-end="206"><strong>At Handle Recruitment, we provide specialist legal recruitment for businesses across the UK&rsquo;s creative and commercial sectors, connecting organisations with high-quality legal and business affairs talent.</strong></p>
<p data-start="208" data-end="402" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">From project-based support to longer-term hires, and with guidance on market trends and talent availability, recruitment solutions are provided to help secure the right people for your business.</p>

<h1>Legal Recruitment</h1>

<h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage</span>&nbsp;</strong><strong>is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong>Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong>is about&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">people.</span></strong></h3><p>With a keen eye on the quality of training, we have a profound understanding of the importance of personality, and take both into account when matching introductions between a candidate and a client.​</p><p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv&nbsp;</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

<h1>Legal</h1>

<p align="left">If you join Handle we want to help you have an incredible career because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential.</p>
<p align="left"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/" target="">share your CV</a></p>

<p>Life at Handle</p>

<h1>A career you'll <span style="color: #d9017a;">love</span>, supported by people you&nbsp;<span style="color: #d9017a;">trust</span></h1>

<h3><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3>
<h3><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">is about people.</strong></h3>
<p><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">The marketers in our network know how to connect with consumers and build relationships that lead to long-term&nbsp;brand success. We pinpoint and secure the best talent in the industry, and the best possible fit for each individual client - every time.</span></span></p>
<p>If you are looking for a new opportunity in the creative industries or need to hire great people we'd love to talk.</p>
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<h1>Marketing &amp; Communications</h1>

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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #263746;">Not every Marketing role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #263746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #34495e;"><span style="color: #263746;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.</span>&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong>&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #253746;"><span style="color: #263746;">or</span>&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/">speak with one of our consultants</a></strong></span> <span style="color: #263746;">and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Marketing professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p data-start="112" data-end="298"><span style="color: #263746;">We support careers across temporary, fixed-term, and permanent roles, from social and content teams to account and campaign management, all the way to the C-suite. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your CV</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/career-resources/">Access our career resources</a></p>

<p><span style="color: #253746;">Great Marketing Jobs at Great Brands</span></p>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;">Marketing </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<h1>Marketing Recruitment</h1>

<h4><br>Now that you have&nbsp;<span style="color: #d9017a;"><a style="color: #d9017a;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/mentoring-toolkit/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">downloaded the Handle mentoring toolkit</a></span> you have access to the resources that will help you become a great mentor, including:</h4>
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<h1>Mentoring Toolkit - downloads</h1>

<h4 align="left"><strong><br>Mentoring can be a hugely <span style="color: #d9017a;">rewarding </span>experience, but how can you avoid a relationship that falls short of its potential?</strong></h4>
<p>If you have already agreed to mentor someone or thinking about whether it is right for you, this mentoring toolkit will guide you through the process and help you become a great mentor.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>To receive this complimentary mentoring toolkit, complete the form below 👇</strong></p>

<h1>Download your<br>mentoring toolkit</h1>

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<p style="text-align: center;"><span data-teams="true">Music Marketing | <strong>Artist Management</strong> | Press PR &amp; Publicity | <strong>Label &amp; Product Management</strong> | Digital Marketing, Social Media &amp; Audience Development | <strong>Executive &amp; Personal Assistants</strong> | Account Management &amp; Commercial Partnerships | <strong>Artist Relations</strong> | Studio Management | <strong>A&amp;R</strong> | A&amp;R Administration | <strong>Music Merchandise &amp; E-Commerce</strong> | Creative Synch &amp; Music Licensing.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">Not every role is<span style="color: #000000;"> advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">If you&rsquo;re beginning to explore what&rsquo;s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.<span style="color: #e4007e;">&nbsp;<strong><a style="color: #e4007e;" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></strong>&nbsp;</span>or<span style="color: #e4007e;">&nbsp;</span><strong><a href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/"><span style="color: #e4007e;">speak with one of our consultants</span></a></strong> and we&rsquo;ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for <span style="color: #000000;">roles</span> that align, whether that&rsquo;s now or in the future.</p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Music professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p>From temporary, contract and permanent roles, we support careers at every stage, whether you're at the start of your career or in a leadership position. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="/share-your-cv/">Share your cv</a></p>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="/career-resources/">Access our career resourses</a></p>

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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Music Industry </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<h3><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3><h3><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">is about people.</strong></h3><p>We help great brands improve their talent processes and hire great people. Creative businesses like record labels, online platforms, publishers, and luxury retailers, partner with us to support their Finance, Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech functions.</p><p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border-width: 0px;" border="1"><tbody><tr><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your cv&nbsp;</a></td><td style="border-width: 0px;"><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/submit-job-brief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Submit a job brief</a></td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p>

<h1>Office Support</h1>

<h1>Our latest insight</h1>

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<h4 align="left"><strong><br>We have asked our consultants to <span style="color: #d9017a;">share their top tips</span> to help&nbsp;</strong><strong>you secure your next role. Including:</strong></h4>
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<h5 data-key="11"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/lj92dxa014u1a1z9hluyzi378xqs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Preparing for An Interview</a></h5>
<p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/share-your-cv/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your CV</a></p>

<h1>How to prepare for an interview</h1>

<h1>Privacy Policy</h1>

<h4>Great people are at the heart of everything we do.</h4>
<p>Many of the talented professionals we work with are introduced to us by our community. If you know someone who might benefit from connecting with Handle, feel free to refer them below.</p>

<h1>Refer a Friend</h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">Undoubtedly, going through redundancy is a </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">hugely testing time</span> <span style="color: #253746;">and even the most robust individuals can feel enormously overwhelmed.</span></h4>
<p>We can minimise our anxieties by taking positive action and looking after ourselves emotionally and mentally.&nbsp; We have collaborated with Lara Cullen, The People Person, to share some pearls of Resilience wisdom for anyone facing the challenges of redundancy.</p>
<p><span style="color: #253746;"><strong>Including:</strong></span></p>
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<p>As well as much more!<br><br></p>
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<p><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/2snixz9k69ncdsi0rat0m41d4afr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Maintaining resilience through redundancy</a></span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Maintaining resilience through redundancy</span></h1>

<h4>If you&rsquo;re expanding a team, replacing a leaver or bringing in a temp or contractor to meet an urgent need, what&rsquo;s the right salary or day rate?</h4>
<p><span style="color: #253746;">​We support organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture and Technology. Our reports are based on our own anonymised dataset, segmented by your key company attributes. The data is then verified by a consultant and compared to wider salary trends using 3rd party tools.<br><br></span></p>
<h5><span style="color: #253746;">Complete the form below and we'll send you a complimentary Salary Benchmarking report 👇</span></h5>

<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Free <span style="color: #d9017a;">Salary Benchmarking</span></span></h1>

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<p><strong><span style="color: #253746;">Recent </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Sales roles </span><span style="color: #253746;">include: </span></strong><span style="color: #253746;">Sales Assistant | Head of Business Developtmnet | Sales Executive | Account Manager | Senior Account Manager | Key Account Manager | Business Development Manager | Commercial Manager | Head of Sales | Sales Operations Manager | Chief Sales Officer</span></p>
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Not every Sales role is advertised.</span></h3>
<h5 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.</span></h5>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #253746;">If you’re beginning to explore what’s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start.</span><span style="color: #e4007e;"><span style="color: #253746;">&nbsp;</span><a href="/share-your-cv/"><strong>Share your CV</strong></a></span><a href="/share-your-cv/">&nbsp;</a><span style="color: #253746;">or</span>&nbsp;<a href="/get-in-touch/"><span style="color: #e4007e;"><strong>speak with one of our consultants</strong> </span></a><span style="color: #253746;">and we’ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that’s now or in the future.</span></p>
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<h5 class="MsoNormal">Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Sales professionals with opportunities they&rsquo;ll love.</h5>
<p class="MsoNormal">From permanent, temporary, and contract roles, we support careers at every stage,&nbsp;from new business and account management through to partnerships and sales leadership roles. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you&rsquo;ll succeed.</p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Sales </span><span style="color: #e4007e;">Jobs</span></h1>

<h4><br>Helping you find&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">commercially focused</span> talent.</h4><p>From account management to revenue generators, the candidates we support work on industry leading events, trailblazing B2B marketing campaigns and help SaaS platforms and creative brands realise their potential.</p><p>When commercially focused businesses need exceptional service and results that exceed expectations, they come to us.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/our-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Looking to hire great people?</a></p>

<h1>Sales Recruitment</h1>

<h3><strong><span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">Our heritage</span>&nbsp;</strong><strong>is in the UK's creative industries.</strong></h3>
<h3><strong>Our story&nbsp;</strong><strong>is about&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">people.</span></strong></h3>
<p>We help great brands improve their talent processes and hire great people. Creative businesses like record labels, online platforms, publishers, and luxury retailers, partner with us to support their Finance, Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech functions.</p>
<p><strong>Because everyone should be able to fulfil their potential</strong></p>
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<h4>Have we helped you love your career?</h4><p>At Handle we do things a little differently, because finding new opportunities at great brands should be enjoyable, and working with great people non-negotiable.</p><p><span style="color: #ffffff;"><a class="primaryBtn" style="color: #ffffff;" href="https://testimonial.to/share-your-experience" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Share your experience</a></span></p><p>and join our testimonial wall 👇</p><p>&nbsp;</p><div class="testimonial-to-embed" data-url="https://embed-v2.testimonial.to/c/share-your-experience?theme=light" data-allow="camera;microphone" data-resize="true">&nbsp;</div>

<h1>Share your experience</h1>

<h4><span style="color: rgb(45, 194, 107);"><strong><br>Helping young shoots become great candidates</strong></span></h4><p>Small Green Shoots is a youth-led charity offering an alternative to the conventional system for education, training and entry into the jobs market.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>As part of our partnership we:</strong></p><ul><li><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst">Host regular workshops for the Short Sharp Shot Programme</p></li><li><p>Provide 1-2-1 sessions and mentoring to the Shoots Alumni</p></li><li><p>David Johnston is a member of the Small Green Shoots Advisory Group<br><br></p></li></ul><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://www.smallgreenshoots.co.uk/">Find out about Small Green Shoots</a></p>

<h1>Supporting Small Green Shoots</h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">Ever been asked a question in a job interview, and </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">not known</span> <span style="color: #253746;">how to explain what you've done?</span></h4>
<p>...ever heard of the STAR response? According to our consultants, it's the most effective way of communicating your experience and demonstrable skills in a job interview.</p>
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<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/rcgv1km42vj3aevgm4b6zqbpehhr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Guide to the STAR response</a><br><br></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">Understanding the STAR response</span></h1>

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<h4>When you partner with Handle you can have complete confidence in our approach.</h4>
<p>We support organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand &amp; Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech.<br><br></p>
<h5>If you need to hire great people, please complete the form below 👇</h5>

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<h1>Submit a job brief</h1>

<h4>Please complete the form below and one of our specialist consultants will review the information and be in touch shortly to discuss how we can support your hiring plans.&nbsp;</h4>

<h1>Submit a <span style="color: #d9017a;">job brief</span></h1>

<p align="left">Share the name of your biggest competitor and we'll compare your employer brand. We'll send the report back by email and it's your decision whether you want to talk about the results!</p><p align="left"><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/7vshlvnqnird63sg15zt319hww7d" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download the Talent Halo Explainer&nbsp;</a></p>

<h1>Talent Accelerator: Your biggest competitor</h1>

<p>Do you have specific requirements or just struggling to find clarity and prioritise? From start-ups to global brands, our UK-based team can help solve your people challenges.</p>

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<h1>PEOPLE CONSULTANCY</h1>
<h4><span style="color: #4744c5;">Designed for the Great Brands of tomorrow</span></h4>

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<h4>People consultancy tailored to you</h4>
<p>From start-ups to global brands, providing ad-hoc support to complete programmes, we have the insight and expertise you need.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Do you have specific requirements or struggling to find clarity and prioritise? Whatever your situation we can build a bespoke programme tailored to your current and future needs.&nbsp;</p>
<p>You might need training, access to specialist resources, or a supporting hand on your shoulder. We’ll only recommend the consultancy and support you need.</p>
<h4>​​<br>Outsourced HR Support</h4>
<p>Ad-hoc consultancy | Restructuring &amp; Redundancy | Outplacement support | Bespoke training</p>
<h4>​<br>Employer Branding</h4>
<p>Talent Accelerator programme | Company values and EVP development | Advertising &amp; engagement</p>
<h4><br>​Leadership Development</h4>
<p>Training for Leaders | Executive Coaching for High Performance | Diagnostics</p>
<h4>​<br>Diversity Equity &amp; Inclusion&nbsp;</h4>
<p>Process audits | Strategic consultancy | DE&amp;I training</p>
<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/talent-accelerator/" rel="noopener">Want to get started?</a></p>
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<h1>Talent Halo: How can we help you?</h1>

<h4><br>Talent Halo provides holistic consultancy with an <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">agile, outcome-focused</span> approach. Delivering sustainable results and putting people at the heart of your strategy.</h4><p>​Our clients rely on us during periods of growth or significant organisational change, and our solutions address the key issues affecting your people and delivery models. Whatever stage you are at, we work flexibly to design and deliver unique solutions that deliver talent and outcome-based needs that align with your organisational objectives and values.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/talent-halo-how-can-we-help" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How can we help?&nbsp;</a></p><p><a class="secondaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch</a></p>

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<h4 align="left"><br>Fantastic brands choose to work with us because we understand their <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">culture and values.</span></h4><p>From household names to ambitious start-ups, we provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, travel and leisure, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and digital technology providers with a constantly evolving range of talent solutions.</p>

<h1>The Brands we Support</h1>

<h4><strong><br>Because <span style="color: rgb(217, 1, 122);">potential</span> should never be wasted</strong></h4><p>Designed exclusively for the creative industries we are on hand to help you and your talent ensure that potential is never left unfulfilled.</p><p>As well as providing access to our latest insight and development programmes, we have three event streams that support self-development, offer expert guidance and provide a unique opportunity to network with your peers.</p><p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://handle.sites.sourceflow.co.uk/get-in-touch/" rel="noopener">Get in touch and lets talk!</a></p>

<h1>The Handle Academy</h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #263746;">Share your details below to join our community for </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">HR, People &amp; Talent professionals</span><span style="color: #263746;"> and get exclusive access to our latest events, monthly news updates, and insight.</span></h4>

<h1><span style="color: #263746;">Join The People Experience</span></h1>

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<h4><br>We work with companies that take their brand seriously.</h4><p>From Social Media Managers and Content Producers to Account Managers, Brand Marketing, and Marketing Directors. The marketers in our network power the UK&rsquo;s creative industries!</p><p><strong>The industries we support include:</strong>&nbsp;<br>Music | Entertainment | Sport | Creative Agencies | Events &amp; Exhibitions | Business Information &amp; Insight | Gaming | Luxury | SaaS | and many other Creative B2B and B2C brands.</p>

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<h1>Marketing &amp; communications</h1>

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<h5>From the most aspirational agencies to recognisable brands and suppliers, we help great brands within creative services connect with exceptional people looking for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.handle.co.uk/jobs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">permanent and temporary opportunities</a>.</h5>
<h5 class="MsoNormal"><strong>Recent roles include:&nbsp;</strong>Exec Producer | Agency Producer | Post Producer | Editor | Motion Designer | Edit Assistant | Creative Services | Account Management | Operation Manager | Tech Ops.</h5>

<h1>VFX &amp; Post-Production Jobs</h1>

<p data-start="44" data-end="399">At Handle Recruitment, we partner with creative agencies, broadcasters and in-house teams to help them build high-performing creative and production teams. We support organisations behind some of the UK&rsquo;s most recognised and ambitious creative work, providing access to specialist talent that can deliver ideas, meet deadlines and elevate creative output.</p>
<p data-start="401" data-end="724" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">From senior leadership to specialist creative and production roles, we recruit across permanent, freelance and contract hires. Whether you&rsquo;re scaling a team, filling a critical role or delivering a flagship project, we connect you with creative professionals who combine originality, expertise and commercial understanding.</p>

<h1>Creative Recruitment</h1>

<h4><span style="color: #d9017a;"><br>Interviews<span style="color: #253746;"> </span></span><span style="color: #253746;">can be daunting - regardless of your experience, it can feel like a minefield trying to ensure you come across as the best candidate and someone they would be happy to work with.</span></h4>
<p>Every interview (and interviewer!) is different, depending on the role you're after. If you're new to your chosen industry or just need a refresher before your dream interview - we've got you covered with the most asked questions we hear, compiled from our clients and candidates.</p>
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<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/ylp6k2sx6924mym36v1e1l4ioloi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: What to expect from your interview</a><br><br></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #253746;">What questions can I expect from my interview?</span></h1>

<h4><br><span style="color: #253746;">When going through the process of applying for roles, you may come across a </span><span style="color: #d9017a;">competency-based interview</span><span style="color: #253746;">, but what is it?</span></h4>
<p>A competency-based interview is a style of interview where &lsquo;core competencies&rsquo; for specific job roles are identified and interview questions are built around them.<br><br>In short, it&rsquo;s a way of questioning that&rsquo;s used to find out if you have the skills that the company is after. If that&rsquo;s news to you - don't worry!</p>
<p><span style="color: #253746;"><strong>Our consultants have broken down nearly every example question you can expect from a competency-based interview, to find competencies including&hellip;</strong></span></p>
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<p><a class="primaryBtn" href="https://cdn.sourceflow.co.uk/loek6nzienbw2pqs5h94rn00q88j" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Download: Guide to Competency-based Interviews</a></p>
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