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Freelands Foundation is looking for a Head of Finance to deliver and contribute to Freelands Foundation's financial strategy to enable the Foundation to achieve its ambitious strategic objectives. This role will play a pivotal part in supporting the scaling of the Foundation over the next few years, including a major capital project for our Errol Street building, a significant expansion of key programmes, and reaching new audiences for our work. This opportunity is perfect for a qualified chartered accountant with at least five years' experience at a senior level, who is excited and ready to bring their skills to a growing team with the aim of making a real impact in art education. We are looking for someone with significant experience working in the charity sector in a finance leadership position, with in-depth knowledge of both UK Charity SORP requirements and US Private Foundation regulations. Job Description - Role purpose - Part Time Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, the Head of Finance will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Foundation's Finance function, leading on all reporting, payments and compliance. This role will also deliver and contribute to Freelands Foundation's financial strategy by managing financial planning and running accounting systems, ensuring that they meet Freelands Foundation's strategic objectives and align with our values. The Head of Finance will line manage the Finance Officer. Role responsibilities - Financial strategy and planning Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process, working collaboratively with departmental budget holders to ensure expenditure is accurately monitored and any variances are clearly understood. Conduct scenario modelling and financial analysis to support new programmes, grant rounds and capital projects. Maintain accurate cashflow forecasts to allow appropriate drawdowns from the Foundation's investment portfolio. Manage relationships with the Foundation's banking partners and financial software providers, ensuring a high level of service and that all tools are fit for purpose. Produce monthly management accounts to provide the Foundation's leadership with accurate and timely information on the financial health of the organisation. Prepare high-quality financial reports and papers for the Executive Leadership and Board of Trustees. Manage the year-end audit process and produce statutory accounts compliant with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, Lead on the preparation of the Foundation's US tax filings, including the FBAR, 9990PF and estimated tax payments. Prepare and submit UK Corporation Tax returns when necessary. Prepare and submit the Foundation's P11D reporting. Payments Manage the Foundation's bi-weekly payments process, ensuring all suppliers and expenses are paid accurately and on a timely basis. Liaise with the Programmes team to ensure that all grant payments are made promptly and accurately, in line with our governance processes. Lead the monthly Payroll process for employees and temporary workers, including payments of salaries, benefits and employment taxes. Compliance and risk management Ensure the Foundation adheres to all relevant accounting standards & regulatory requirements, including the Charity SORP & US Private Foundations 5% min distribution rule. Ensure all financial controls are complied with and continuously seek improvements to our internal processes to minimise risk. Put procedures in place to protect the organisation from financial fraud and conduct relevant training to ensure all team members are aware of the latest risks. Team leadership and business partnering Provide inspiring and supportive line management to the Finance Officer, with clear objectives and effective ongoing performance management. Support the wider organisation in finance-related decision-making, including upskilling the wider organisation in financial awareness. Ensure the Foundation's financial processes enable the wider team to achieve their strategic objectives, actively seeking feedback on ways to improve the service Finance provides. Freelands Foundation contribution Undertake such tasks that are needed to deliver this role's responsibilities. Work in cooperation with colleagues across the organisation, providing support and cover as needed within available time and resource. Undertake organisational training as required. Work within the organisation's agreed policies and processes, confirming such with a senior manager where clarity is needed. Uphold the organisation's values and mission in all internal and external interactions undertaken on behalf of Freelands Foundation. Person Specification - Essential Experience At least five years' experience working in the charity sector in senior-level finance positions. Substantial senior-level experience working with external auditors on annual audits and tax filings. Knowledge In-depth knowledge of the UK Charity SORP requirements. In-depth knowledge of US Private Foundation federal and state regulations. Good working knowledge of Xero software and Expensify. Qualifications - Qualified chartered accountant: CIMA, or ACCA, or ACA. Apply now Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're working with a well-established video production agency that is looking to hire an experienced Account Director as the business continues to grow. The agency works with a range of well-known brands and creative agencies, producing content across social campaigns, TV commercials, digital films, branded content, OOH and key visuals. Based in Central London, the team delivers projects both in the UK and internationally. This is a hybrid role, with four days a week in the office, so applicants should be able to commute into Central London. This is a commercially focused role with responsibility for developing new business and managing client relationships. You'll have the opportunity to focus on a sector that fits your experience or network, whether that's fashion, gaming, fintech or another market where you can identify opportunities. Alongside building new relationships, you'll manage existing accounts, working closely with the creative and production teams to develop proposals, oversee projects and identify opportunities for repeat business. The role would suit someone who enjoys developing client relationships, is confident leading conversations with senior stakeholders and is motivated by achieving commercial results. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a focus on developing a chosen sector. Build and maintain relationships with brand marketing teams, agencies and key decision-makers. Develop business through networking, outreach and relationship building. Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to negotiation and project confirmation. Work with the creative and production teams to develop proposals and pitch materials. Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout projects. Oversee projects from brief through to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets and client expectations are met. Meet individual and team revenue targets while supporting the continued growth of the business. Keep up to date with market trends and opportunities within your chosen sector. Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities and client activity within the CRM. Share market insights and identify potential areas for future growth. Desired Skills & Experience At least five years' experience in B2B sales, account management or business development, ideally within media, video production, advertising or another creative industry. A proven track record of winning new business and growing client accounts. An existing network or strong knowledge of at least one relevant sector, such as fashion, gaming, fintech or similar. Confident presenting ideas and building relationships with senior stakeholders. Commercial awareness with experience negotiating budgets and managing client expectations. Strong communication and presentation skills. Experience working with creative or production teams. Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Our client is looking for an end-to-end Finance Operations Analyst to join their London-based Finance team, supporting operations in a fast-paced, creative & collaborative environment. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you'll oversee the purchase-to-pay (P2P) process, ensuring financial transactions are accurate, compliant and delivered efficiently. Workday Financials experience is essential. Responsibilities:Manage the end-to-end P2P process, including supplier onboarding, purchase orders, invoice reviews and supplier queries for the EMEA regionPartner with cross-functional teams to support procurement activities, contracts and finance-related requestsEnsure invoices and expenses are accurately coded, approved and processed in line with company policiesSupport month-end close by preparing accruals, investigating variances and maintaining accurate financial recordsMonitor spend against budgets and forecasts, highlighting any risks or discrepanciesIdentify opportunities to improve finance processes and support ad hoc projects Requirements:Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline3-5< years' experience in Finance Operations, Operational Finance, P2P or Accounts PayableStrong understanding of P2P workflows, purchase orders and basic accounting principles, including accruals and CapEx vs OpExExperience supporting month-end close and working with ERP systems, ideally Workday FinancialsStrong Excel, analytical and stakeholder management skillsOrganised, detail-oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentMedia, entertainment or shared services experience would be advantageous Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

A fast-growing media and entertainment group is looking for a Junior People Partner to join them as they continue an exciting phase of growth. You'll join a small, collaborative People team supporting a dynamic population of 500+ across creative, commercial and operational functions. Reporting into a Senior People Partner you'll take ownership of day-to-day people matters while also leading on strategic projects that shape culture and enable growth. This role will suit someone who's already got some partnering and ready to take that next step in their career - you'll be proactive, commercially minded and confident navigating both the detail and the bigger picture. You'll bring solid generalist experience, comfortable managing ER cases while also driving forward initiatives that make a lasting impact. It's a hands-on environment, so you'll need to enjoy variety - from partnering with stakeholders to getting stuck into the practicalities that keep things running. The business moves quickly, so experience in a fast-paced, evolving environment (where not everything is set in stone) will be a real advantage. Their offices are in based in London, and they are an in office team (with some flexibility) so this role will be best suited to someone who thrives in an in-person, high-energy setting. If you're ready to join an ambitious business and play a key role in shaping its culture and people strategy, we'd love to hear from you. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're partnering with a globally recognised organisation, seeking an experienced Airtable Project Manager for an initial 3 month contract. You'll play a key role in designing and evolving Airtable solutions that support high-performing photo, video, and art buying teams across a fast-paced creative environment.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of creative production, workflow optimisation, automation, and AI-enabled operations. You'll act as the go-to Airtable specialist, partnering closely with cross-functional creative stakeholders to streamline workflows, improve visibility across production pipelines, and reduce manual operational overhead through thoughtful automation and system design.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain Airtable bases tailored to photo, video, and art buying workflowsCollaborate closely with creative production teams to understand operational pain points and translate requirements into scalable Airtable solutionsManage ongoing enhancements and iteration of existing bases, ensuring solutions continue to evolve alongside business needsDevelop and maintain automations to streamline repetitive processes including status updates, scheduling, notifications, and asset trackingBuild intuitive dashboards, reporting views, and interfaces that provide visibility across production pipelines, team capacity, supplier activity, and delivery timelinesAct as the internal Airtable SME, guiding stakeholders on best practices while keeping user experiences simple and accessible for non-technical teamsLeverage AI tools to accelerate workflow design, automation development, troubleshooting, and rapid prototypingKey RequirementsStrong hands-on experience building and managing Airtable environments, including interfaces, automations, reporting, and workflowsPrevious experience supporting creative production, photo, video, content, or art buying teamsStrong workflow and process improvement mindset, with experience automating manual tasks and improving operational efficiencyExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate operational needs into practical, user-friendly solutionsHigh attention to detail with a focus on clean, scalable system design and documentation Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A great opportunity has become available at a leading UK based Live Entertainment Company for a purchase ledger accountant. Joining this fun and expanding finance team you will have the chance to work in one of the UK's most exciting music companies based in central London Responsible for all of the Purchase Ledger processing in this vibrant and growing business the successful candidate will be involved with: Coding and input of all invoices Payment processing Managing the relationship with Suppliers regarding payment timing Input of transactions onto sun and excel Bank recs. Input of all deposits Complete accurate Bank reconciliations Ad hoc duties This is a fantastic role for a candidate experienced in working with high volumes of invoices within a media / environment / Live Music company. The successful candidate will also have a passion for the live Entertainment Sector and a can-do attitude. Strong excel skills are desirable. If this is you.... Apply now! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment is seeking a MarTech Specialist to join a global bank in a position offering the opportunity to lead critical implementation projects. *This is a six month FTC to begin ASAP, hybrid working in London, salary up to £60k pro-rata* You'll be steering complex workstreams such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Adobe Workfront, and Web Content Management, ensuring smooth delivery that aligns with strategic priorities and regulatory standards. In this role you will: Lead end-to-end delivery of key marketing technology projects, including system integrations and platform upgrades. Develop detailed project plans, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations. Collaborate across teams including Marketing, IT, Compliance, Risk, and external vendors to ensure milestones are met. Prepare clear progress reports and updates for senior management, highlighting key risks, decisions, and financials. Oversee governance, change management, and risk mitigation activities, ensuring compliance with internal control standards and audit requirements. To be successful, you will have: Significant experience managing large-scale marketing technology projects within a financial or banking environment. Strong organisational and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. Knowledge of financial regulatory requirements relevant to technology projects. Proven ability to handle dependencies, change controls, and deliver within complex environments.   Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're exclusively partnering with an award-winning global manufacturer, specialising in luxury packaging and gifting solutions for clients across the sports, entertainment, luxury brand, & retail sectors. We are seeking a talented and innovative Product Designer / Visualiser to join their growing creative team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly creative individual with strong visualisation and product design skills to work on premium, client-led projects for globally recognised brands. You will play a key role in developing engaging, high-quality product concepts and visual solutions, collaborating closely with internal teams and stakeholders to bring ideas to life. This role is predominantly office based in Romsey so candidates must be able to travel to the office. Key Responsibilities: Creating design concepts through wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visual mock-ups Producing innovative product and packaging visualisations using tools such as Adobe Stager and Blender Collaborating with product managers and stakeholders to interpret briefs and deliver creative solutions Applying graphic and 3D design expertise across a range of luxury products Maintaining consistency with established brand guidelines and visual assets Keeping up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and production techniques within product and packaging design Key Requirements: Degree educated in Product Design, Graphic Design, or a related discipline Proven experience within product design, visualisation, or luxury packaging design Strong portfolio showcasing visual design, prototyping, and 3D rendering capabilities Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Stager, and Blender Solid understanding of production technologies and processes Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional design solutions Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Personal AssistantNorth London (Office Based)ASAP StartThis role offers a fantastic opportunity to support a busy department, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. You'll be instrumental in organising meetings, managing logistics, and keeping communication flowing, all crucial to enabling the team to focus on their core projects.In this role you will:Manage diaries, meeting schedules, and room bookings for the departmentPrepare meeting notes, reports, and handle routine correspondenceCoordinate travel, accommodation, and organise departmental eventsSupport with expenses, administrative paperwork, and client interactionsCollaborate with team members and assist with cross-departmental projectsTo be successful, you will need:Strong organisational skills with impeccable attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlinesA proactive, service-driven attitude and flexible approachExperience supporting teams, with confidence working across different departmentsAdditional skills that would be handy include a good understanding of company processes, familiarity with secretarial procedures, and a positive, can-do attitude. A background in a professional or creative environment is beneficial but not essential.To discuss this opportunity in more detail please hit apply or send me an email to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk with your CV to apply. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're looking for a data-driven interim Reporting Analyst to support the Strategy team within an advertising division of a tech giant. You'll build, maintain, and migrate reporting solutions, working with large first-party advertising datasets to deliver accurate, actionable insights. Key Requirements: Strong SQL skills and experience with large datasets Tableau or similar BI/reporting tool expertise Experience building and migrating dashboards and reports Understanding of digital advertising metrics and measurement Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently This is an excellent opportunity for a reporting specialist with a passion for data visualisation, analytics, and advertising measurement.   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment is excited to be partnering with a global tech brand to recruit a Junior QA Automation Engineer! This role will involve working with the current team on expanding their automation framework and test case coverage for a variety of devices. With this in mind they are seeking candidates with the following attributes: Prior Python scripting experience and a good grasp on the language Ability to demonstrate an understanding of QA methodologies and practices Confidence working to tight schedules Willingness to learn and pick up new skills quickly Interest in areas such as Tech/IT/Music/Gaming etc. Attention to detail and contentment in tasks that could be repetitive Excellent communication This will a long-term contract role with training provided, key details below: Start date ASAP End date 12 months from start date (one year contract) Office location - London Hybrid pattern - Typically Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in office, Mondays and Fridays WFH. Flexibility required Working Structure - Typically Monday - Friday 9am-6pm. Flexibility required Pay - Up to £150 per day depending on experience. This would be paid weekly via Handle Recruitment Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Handle Recruitment are looking for an Ecommerce Manager to join our client's luxury leading home brand. Up to £65K based on experienceWest London | Hybrid - 4 Days in OfficePurpose of the Role Our client's UK e-commerce business has grown steadily over 10 years and now requires an E-Commerce Manager to help double sales over the next 5 years. A member of the UK E-Commerce leadership team, with specific responsibility for a new product launch and channel in 2025. Create and drive strategies to deliver profitable e-commerce sales, while maintaining the brand's premium qualities in the digital marketplace and increasing consumer engagement. Key Responsibilities Develop, plan and execute a full-year promotional calendar and sales strategy, including test-and-learn opportunities for the new product and channel in 2025. Recruit and manage team members as the project develops, to support sales growth. Work with the UK commercial leadership team to identify and execute new market opportunities. Work with the UK marketing team and agencies to maximise ROAS, awareness and consideration, with a focus on performance marketing. Support day-to-day e-commerce operations and identify performance improvement opportunities. Develop strategies and concepts to increase conversion rates and AOV, with strong budget and cost management. Manage digital integration, product feeds, content and sales strategy across third-party sites (Google Shopping, affiliate networks, review sites). Use Google Analytics and other reporting systems to analyse performance, and create a performance reporting system, ensuring promotions are communicated to stakeholders prior to launch. Contribute to email advocacy and social media programmes. Review customer touch points and processes across departments (e.g. operations, customer services) to ensure the best customer experience. Build strong relationships across departments, locally and internationally, plus with e-commerce agencies and suppliers. Keep up to date with digital trends and competitor activity, embracing new concepts and ad hoc tasks as needed. Act as a senior manager and member of the leadership team, leading by example. Dimensions Our client operates a small, practical, multi-channel E-Commerce and Marketing team. The role involves working closely with the Managing Director, Marketing Director and International E-Commerce department. Responsible for directing and motivating external agencies and suppliers to ensure deadlines are met, and for achieving the company's e-commerce KPIs and targets. Knowledge, Skills & Experience An experienced, confident, commercially minded and customer-focused e-commerce professional, with the ambition to manage and grow this division. Essential: previous website management experience, strong attention to detail, and a track record of developing and achieving e-commerce strategy. Experience managing performance marketing programmes that deliver strong ROAS and sales results. An articulate, clear communicator who is flexible, self-sufficient and able to bring new ideas to the team. Reporting Structure Reports to the UK Marketing Director. Based at our client's Head Office in West London. 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm), with flexibility required at times, including occasional evenings and overnight stays. Why This Is a Great Place to Work Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus. 25 days holiday, life insurance and private medical insurance. Team initiatives and events, plus training and career development as part of a leading international group in the bedding industry. Apply below today to proceed your application to the next stage! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

A growing entertainment & media network is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join their growing finance team. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will support the day-to-day accounts payable function across multiple entities, ensuring invoices, supplier accounts and payments are processed accurately and on time.   Responsibilities:   Manage the AP inboxes, respond to supplier queries and maintain accurate supplier records, including setting up new vendors in Microsoft Dynamics 365. Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding, approvals and timely entry into the finance system. Support weekly payment runs by preparing payment lists, processing payments and preparing payment journals for approval. Review and process employee expenses, Concur submissions and company credit card transactions, following up on outstanding claims where required. Maintain organised AP documentation and assist with reporting, reconciliations, audit preparation and ad-hoc finance projects. Work closely with the wider finance team to support the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function across multiple entities   Requirements: Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance administration role. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and numerical ability. Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues. Good Excel skills and a collaborative, proactive approach. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP or Concur is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided.     Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a well-established, fast-paced organisation within the entertainment sector. This is an excellent role for an experienced Interim Sales Ledger Accountant who enjoys taking ownership of the accounts receivable process while partnering with teams across the business. If you're someone who thrives in a commercial environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and has a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you! What you'll be doing: Managing the sales ledger across multiple revenue streams, ensuring accuracy and resolving account queries. Preparing and issuing invoices in line with commercial agreements. Allocating cash receipts and overseeing credit control activities to maximise collections. Supporting month-end close through revenue journals, reconciliations and reporting. Producing cash flow and revenue analysis, investigating variances where required. Working closely with internal commercial teams to support billing and revenue processes. Maintaining customer account records and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting. What we're looking for: Have managed the whole Sales Ledger project from front to back At least 2 years' experience in Sales Ledger or Accounts Receivable. Strong credit control and cash allocation experience. Experience using an ERP system (SAP would be advantageous). Advanced Excel skills. Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Previous experience within media, entertainment or a similar commercial industry would be beneficial but is not essential.   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment is partnering with our client to find an experienced Freelance Project Manager to join their commercial content team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a portfolio of iconic media brands, delivering high-profile branded content campaigns for leading commercial clients. Working across digital and print, you'll oversee projects from brief through to delivery, collaborating with internal teams, external partners and clients to ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standard. Short term temporary contract till end of August £305 A Day - Inside IR35 4 Days a Week in Office Minimum 18 months' project management experience within a publishing or media environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of branded content campaigns across digital and print. Oversee project lifecycles using established project management methodologies and tools. Deliver native content campaigns and bespoke commercial content alongside supporting media activity. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Coordinate cross-functional teams including editorial, creative, production, commercial and external stakeholders. Own project budgets, forecasts and P&Ls, ensuring accurate financial management throughout. Monitor campaign performance, including digital and social metrics, and report on results. Communicate project progress clearly to clients and internal stakeholders, including presenting updates where required. Ensure all campaign deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard. About You You'll be an organised, proactive Project Manager with experience delivering integrated content campaigns within media, publishing or agency environments. You'll have: Proven project management experience within digital advertising, publishing or a creative agency. Experience managing both digital and print production. Strong understanding of branded content, native advertising and bespoke commercial campaigns. Knowledge of project management methodologies and end-to-end campaign delivery. Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with numerous stakeholders. An understanding of photo and video shoot production and coordinating production teams. Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting and P&L ownership. Experience analysing campaign performance using Google Analytics and social reporting tools. Previous CMS experience, including creating and publishing articles. Good understanding of SEO principles, including keywords, metadata and link equity. Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills. A meticulous eye for detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A flexible, solutions-focused approach with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-moving media environment.   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're partnering with a fast-growing independent creative agency that combines strategy, storytelling and production to create impactful work for ambitious brands. With expertise spanning social, film, photography, animation, design and digital content, the agency delivers creative campaigns that are both strategically driven and culturally relevant across a diverse client portfolio. Known for its collaborative culture, creative ambition and commitment to producing outstanding work, the agency offers the opportunity to work alongside talented specialists on exciting projects for recognised brands. As the business continues to grow, it's investing in its strategy and social offering, making this an exciting time to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Social Strategist to join a growing Creative & Strategy team and help shape how brands show up across social media. This role is ideal for someone who has developed genuine platform expertise and can confidently advise clients, build strategic frameworks and translate insight into creative ideas that deliver results. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working closely with creatives, designers and content producers to ensure every piece of work is built with the platform and audience in mind. You'll work across a varied portfolio of B2B and B2C brands, developing organic and paid social strategies, contributing to pitches, presenting recommendations to clients and staying at the forefront of platform developments and emerging trends. This isn't purely a strategy role or purely an execution role, it's a blend of both, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to influence creative work from concept through to delivery. While there is no direct line management initially, there is clear scope to grow into a leadership role as the team continues to expand. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Develop social media strategies across organic and paid channels. Create audience, platform and content strategies informed by research and insight. Lead discovery sessions, competitor analysis and strategic planning. Analyse platform data and performance to identify opportunities and improve outcomes. Use AI tools to support research, audience analysis and strategic development. Stay ahead of platform updates, algorithm changes and emerging social trends. Creative Collaboration Develop clear, inspiring creative briefs. Work closely with creative teams throughout production to ensure strategic alignment. Write social copy including captions, scripts and platform-specific content. Collaborate with designers, filmmakers and editors to create platform-first content. Support new business pitches and client proposals with strategic social thinking. Client Management Present strategic recommendations confidently to clients and stakeholders. Build strong day-to-day client relationships as a trusted social expert. Identify opportunities to grow social activity across existing accounts. Support commercial conversations around project scope and strategic direction. You'll ideally have 4-6 year's experience in a Social Strategy or Content Strategy role, ideally within an agency environment. Deep knowledge of Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube, with a strong understanding of how platforms continue to evolve. Experience building channel strategies, audience strategies and content frameworks from the ground up. Experience working across both B2B and B2C brands. Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills. Excellent written communication across strategy documents, presentations and social copy. A data-led mindset, with experience using platform analytics to inform recommendations. Familiarity with AI tools as part of a modern strategy workflow. A collaborative, proactive and creative approach to problem-solving. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're partnering with a growing creative agency, seeking an experienced Channel Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives managing social channels with precision and enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You'll take ownership of multiple LinkedIn channels for a leading global financial services client, ensuring every piece of content is delivered on time, on brand, and fully compliant. Alongside your client portfolio, you'll also support the agency's own social channels, helping showcase its creative work and strengthen its brand presence. If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic channel management, client partnership, and creative collaboration, we'd love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day delivery of multiple LinkedIn channels Plan, schedule and publish content using social media management platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similar Monitor channel activity, comments and messages, escalating issues where appropriate Write and adapt engaging LinkedIn copy from longer-form content Manage and optimise paid LinkedIn campaigns, including Sponsored Content Maintain content calendars and coordinate activity across multiple stakeholders Act as a key client contact, building trusted relationships through clear communication and reliable delivery Produce insightful monthly and quarterly performance reports with clear recommendations Support the agency's own LinkedIn and TikTok presence alongside the wider marketing team Key Requirements: Experience managing LinkedIn channels within a professional or regulated industry Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once Confidence working directly with clients and building trusted relationships Experience using social media publishing and analytics platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similar Hands-on experience managing paid LinkedIn campaigns Strong copywriting skills with the ability to create engaging social content An interest in financial services and a desire to develop sector expertise Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're partnering with a globally recognised technology organisation to find an experienced Digital Production Designer to join a high-performing creative team. This role focuses on the creation, adaptation, and delivery of premium visual assets for customer-facing digital experiences. Working across editorial features, promotional campaigns, and digital storefront content, you'll help bring new products, stories, and experiences to life across multiple platforms and markets. The ideal candidate combines exceptional attention to detail with strong production expertise and enjoys working within established design systems to deliver polished creative at scale. This is a London based role with 3 days based in the office. We cannot consider remote applicants for this role. This position will initially run until the end of the year with scope to extend longer term. Key Responsibilities - Create and adapt visual assets for editorial features, promotional campaigns, and digital storefront experiences. Prepare and optimise creative for multiple devices, screen sizes, formats, and international markets. Maintain consistency across digital experiences by working within established design systems and brand guidelines. Manage multiple asset versions and production workflows while ensuring pixel-perfect execution. Partner with designers, project managers, producers, and business stakeholders to support launches and campaigns. Perform detailed quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy across all deliverable. Experience required - Experience creating and delivering digital assets for app, web, or mobile-first customer experiences. Strong understanding of digital production workflows, localisation, and asset management. Comfortable working on high-profile campaigns with multiple deliverables and tight deadlines. Experience working within large, collaborative creative teams and established design systems.   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment is seeking a Sales Executive with an active interest in the events, healthcare or investment sectors to join a well-established community where you'll be at the centre of shaping high-profile healthcare investment events. You'll take ownership of developing and securing key partnerships, ensuring the delivery of engaging summits that bring together healthcare CEOs, investors, and industry experts. *This is a temporary role to begin ASAP until August initially, the office is based is Finsbury Park with 4 days a week in office* In this role you will: Identify and build relationships with potential sponsors, partners, and speakers in the healthcare sector Develop compelling proposals and presentations to secure event funding and collaborations Work closely with the editorial and marketing teams to craft engaging event content and outreach strategies Manage the sales pipeline from lead generation through to closing, ensuring targets are met Support the delivery of the events, ensuring sponsor and partner satisfaction To be successful, you will need: Proven experience in B2B event sales, ideally within healthcare, finance, or corporate sectors Strong relationship-building skills with a track record of securing partnerships Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal The ability to manage multiple campaigns and prospects simultaneously A proactive approach with a good understanding of the healthcare or investment industries Please apply now for a further conversation!   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Are you an experienced community builder with a passion for connecting senior industry leaders and creating engaging experiences? We're looking for a proactive Community Manager to help grow and nurture an established network of healthcare CEOs, investors and industry experts across Europe.This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in developing a high-profile executive community, driving meaningful engagement throughout the year and supporting the delivery of a market-leading conference programme. Working closely with marketing, sales, editorial and commercial teams, you'll build lasting relationships with senior stakeholders while helping to shape content and experiences that add real value.The RoleAs Community Manager, you'll take ownership of growing and engaging an executive-level community through strategic outreach, relationship management and content collaboration. You'll work closely with sponsors, partners and internal teams to develop thought-provoking events, identify influential speakers and ensure members remain engaged year-round.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild, grow and engage a community of senior healthcare executives, investors and industry leaders.Recruit and manage high-profile speakers, including CEOs, investors and subject matter experts, for conferences, webinars and digital content.Develop strong relationships with sponsors, strategic partners and industry associations to expand the community and strengthen engagement.Support the creation of conference agendas by identifying emerging trends, relevant case studies and thought leaders.Collaborate with marketing to produce compelling copy and campaigns that drive community participation and event attendance.Prepare speaker briefs, session plans and moderator notes to ensure high-quality content delivery.Work with editorial teams to develop year-round content, including webinars, podcasts and executive interviews.Use outbound outreach across LinkedIn, email, phone and referrals to grow the network and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.About YouYou'll be an experienced community or conference professional who thrives on building relationships with senior stakeholders and creating engaging experiences.You'll also bring:Experience in community management, conference production or stakeholder engagement within a B2B environment.A proven track record of working with C-suite executives and senior decision-makers.Excellent relationship-building and networking skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience using LinkedIn and other outreach channels to grow professional communities.A genuine interest in healthcare, investment or financial markets would be an advantage.A proactive, collaborative approach with a strong growth mindset.What's on Offer4 days a week in the office, option to work 1 day at homeThe opportunity to shape and grow a respected executive community.A collaborative, ambitious and supportive team environment.Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for a Group Financial Controller to assist in overseeing the finance function for a leading Media and Entertainment Company. This broad and progressive position will not only be responsible for supporting the European functions. Assisting the COO, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day activities of the team. Being a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and having experience within an Entertainment or Media business you will be experienced in consolidations accounting, inter-company transactions and will have had strong exposure to working in a controls-based environment. Skilled in team management and people development this role will provide accounting exposure across all the business units and be responsible for: Reporting and Controlling: Collation and analysis of the group consolidated reports Group P&L and balance sheet - management and statutory Group budget and forecasts, Group cash flow reporting and forecasts Oversee client reporting; producing reports/brand analysis & client projections Ensure effective reporting to senior management Providing analysis to support results and business decisions Preparation of the monthly management accounts for group functions Preparation, and review of statutory group accounting, audit, and tax Producing of balances, monthly closings, reporting, forecasting, and budgeting Ad-hoc analysis as requires Operational: Team management and continual team development Oversee routine meetings with Department Heads/Finance Managers Key point of contact for Department Heads and Managers Continual process improvement Ensuring that deals and sales are tracked appropriately. Liaising with the Business Affairs team as required Supporting the team to provide answers to ad hoc queries across the business. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of accounting in a UK GAAP environment, group consolidations, and taxation. Being adaptable and proactive the candidate required will possess a commercially and forward thinking mind set to add to the technical and controls based expertise. You will be adaptable, flexible and possess strong communications skills. Entertainment/Media sector experience is essential! Working closely with senior figures within the business the position is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of a company currently leading the way in its market. Apply now!   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Head of Statutory Reporting & Audit (Maternity Cover) - Film & TV Global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in film, television, home entertainment and digital distribution are looking for a Head of Statutory Reporting and Audit. Reporting into EVP Finance, UK Director you will be responsible for submission of all external UK company reporting, including maintaining accounting records, statutory financial reporting and audit, royalty reporting, tax matters and supervising the finance team members for the UK. The desired person should be a self-starter a proven track record and with previous Statutory reporting and team management experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: FINANCIAL REPORTING: Manage drafting and initial review of the year end individual and consolidated statutory accounts for audit. Manage the year end external audit process with and ensure all information is available and provided on time to the auditors. Keep up to date with new technical releases affecting the company such as developments in IFRS and US GAAP accounting rules and corporation tax legislation. Maintain control of the royalty reporting and royalty audits ensuring statements are prepared, reviewed and distributed to required timescales. REGULATORY: Ensure all accounting records are kept and maintained to comply with internal and external controls and legislation. Ensure the quarterly UK VAT returns are prepared, reviewed and submitted on time. Ensure all UK Corporation Tax returns are filed on time. Suggest and implement improvements to working practices and controls. Ensure all reporting submissions made to different regulatory bodies are timely and accurate Liaise with other departments and external advisors as appropriate to ensure that all relevant areas (legal, regulation requirements, corporation tax, VAT etc) have been considered in the financial reporting process. Manage the Internal audit process. TEAM MANAGEMT: Day to day management of the Statutory Reporting Senior Manager, Assistant Financial Accountant & Royalty Accountant Team development and training Performance management for team Ad hoc guidance for other members of the team OTHER AREAS: Support the EVP in adding value and challenging the status quo in other areas of the business to optimize business performance and profitability. Report any areas of financial and regulatory risk to EVP of Finance and suggest and implement suitable controls to mitigate these. Jointly work with Senior Group Reporting Team Members to review all new deals and acquisitions for all areas related to UK to determining how to account for these and communicate this to the relevant staff members booking the entries. Manage any IT changes impacting financial systems and regulatory reporting, ensure communication and training is provided to any relevant business areas as required. Jointly work with Senior Group Reporting Team Members to provide advice to legal and commercial teams on financial matters including helping advise on deal structures. Other ad hoc duties as required. KEY SKILLS REQUIRED: Qualified accountant with experience (ACA or ACCA or equivalent) Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS Able to work with internal and external stakeholders Experience dealing with regulatory bodies Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley act regulations Experience managing the audit process Experience preparing statutory accounts Experience managing tax matters including VAT and Corporation Tax Strong organisational and communication skills Strong team management experience Strong Excel skills Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

A leading media business is seeking a HR Business Partner to join their growing team. Working as part of a small but mighty People team, you'll partner with leaders across creative, commercial and operational functions. The role combines operational delivery with project work focused on culture, structure and organisational effectiveness. Alongside this, you'll take ownership of a broad range of day-to-day people matters, including advising on employee relations cases, supporting performance and development conversations, and coaching managers to build capability and confidence. You'll contribute to key people processes such as organisational design, workforce planning and change initiatives, as well as supporting cyclical activity including reviews, engagement and talent planning. The ideal candidate will be a confident Business Partner with strong generalist experience within a creative or media environment.This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, requiring someone who is comfortable working with ambiguity and able to balance detail with a broader commercial perspective. The have a flexible working pattern with 3 days a week in their central London office. Apply now to find out more! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

A growing creative business is looking for a Senior People Partner to join their team supporting a broad and dynamic client group. This is a true partnering role where you'll work closely with senior leaders across a fast-paced environment, supporting organisational design, performance, talent planning, engagement, and culture initiatives. Alongside the strategic elements, you'll also lead on complex ER matters and coach managers through people challenges with a commercial approach. The business is evolving quickly, so they're looking for someone who is comfortable navigating change influencing stakeholders at all levels. You'll enjoy balancing strategy with delivery and being close to the day-to-day of the business. They are 3 days in their Central London office. A brilliant opportunity to join a collaborative and people-focused business where you can genuinely make an impact. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're working with a well-established video production agency that is looking to hire an experienced Account Director as the business continues to grow. The agency works with a range of well-known brands and creative agencies, producing content across social campaigns, TV commercials, digital films, branded content, OOH and key visuals. Based in Central London, the team delivers projects both in the UK and internationally. This is a hybrid role, with four days a week in the office, so applicants should be able to commute into Central London. This is a commercially focused role with responsibility for developing new business and managing client relationships. You'll have the opportunity to focus on a sector that fits your experience or network, whether that's fashion, gaming, fintech or another market where you can identify opportunities. Alongside building new relationships, you'll manage existing accounts, working closely with the creative and production teams to develop proposals, oversee projects and identify opportunities for repeat business. The role would suit someone who enjoys developing client relationships, is confident leading conversations with senior stakeholders and is motivated by achieving commercial results. Key responsibilities: Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a focus on developing a chosen sector. Build and maintain relationships with brand marketing teams, agencies and key decision-makers. Develop business through networking, outreach and relationship building. Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to negotiation and project confirmation. Work with the creative and production teams to develop proposals and pitch materials. Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout projects. Oversee projects from brief through to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets and client expectations are met. Meet individual and team revenue targets while supporting the continued growth of the business. Keep up to date with market trends and opportunities within your chosen sector. Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities and client activity within the CRM. Share market insights and identify potential areas for future growth. Desired skills & experience: At least five years' experience in B2B sales, account management or business development, ideally within media, video production, advertising or another creative industry. A proven track record of winning new business and growing client accounts. An existing network or strong knowledge of at least one relevant sector, such as fashion, gaming, fintech or similar. Confident presenting ideas and building relationships with senior stakeholders. Commercial awareness with experience negotiating budgets and managing client expectations. Strong communication and presentation skills. Experience working with creative or production teams. Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Steel City Dance Discs is seeking a creative and digitally driven Marketing Manager to lead campaigns for artist releases across streaming, social, and digital platforms.This role works closely with artists and their management to develop and deliver standout global campaigns with local relevance, prioritising fan growth, cultural impact, and defining moments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead marketing campaigns for singles, EPs, and albumsDevelop release strategies across DSPs and social mediaDrive audience growth, fan engagement, and brand visibilityManage paid media campaigns, budgets, and reportingCoordinate PR, digital agencies, and creative partnersCollaborate with artists, management, A&R, and operations teamsAnalyse campaign performance and optimise strategyAbout YouMultiple years' experience in music marketing, label services, or artist managementStrong understanding of digital marketing and music release strategyDeep knowledge of social platforms, audience trends, and online cultureExperience managing campaigns across TikTok, Meta, YouTube, and DSPsData-driven, organised, and confident managing multiple projectsExcellent communication and creative thinking skillsThis is an exciting opportunity for a passionate marketer looking to help shape impactful artist campaigns in a fast-moving music environment Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle are proud to partner with a global leader in media & entertainment, who wish to appoint a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant. This is a temporary contract for 3 months, with view to transfer to permanent thereafter. Our client is seeking an experienced PA with a minimum of 3 years' experience supporting senior executives and wider teams within a fast-paced environment. Recent experience in media, entertainment, or the creative industries is highly desirable, and candidates must be comfortable working full-time from the office (West London). This is a critical support role, enabling the smooth day-to-day operation of senior leadership. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support, requiring exceptional discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, self-sufficient, commercially aware, and comfortable working across finance, operations, and creative teams. Key Responsibilities Manage complex diaries, scheduling internal and external meetings across multiple time zones Act as a key point of contact between the SVP and senior stakeholders, both internally and externally Screen calls, emails, and correspondence, responding or escalating as appropriate Assist with the preparation of board papers and prepare presentations Support procurement and contract administration, including proof-reading and arranging signatures Coordinate with suppliers and support related administration as required Track key deadlines, actions, and deliverables to ensure timely follow-up Arrange travel, manage expenses, and support reconciliation in line with company policies Assist with company events, including annual summer and Christmas parties Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure actions are followed through Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion Skills & Experience Proven experience as a PA or Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership Experience within media, entertainment, or the creative industries Strong organisational and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills High level of discretion and professionalism Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Experience working across AI platforms and confidence adapting to new systems and software Personal Attributes Proactive and solutions-focused Calm and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-through Professional, adaptable, and confident engaging with senior stakeholders Strong commercial awareness and genuine interest in the media industry   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are working with a leading independent, brand consultancy is seeking an experienced Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of its strategic offering. This is an opportunity to lead strategy for globally recognised brands and ambitious challengers, influencing not only client outcomes but also the direction of the agency itself. Working at the intersection of business, brand, culture, and creativity, you'll develop strategies that create commercially successful, culturally relevant, and unmistakable brands. You'll lead strategic programmes from insight through to implementation, partnering closely with Design and Client Services teams to ensure strategic thinking is translated into exceptional creative work. You'll also build trusted relationships with senior clients, facilitating strategic conversations at board and C-suite level while helping drive agency growth through new business and thought leadership. Beyond client work, you'll play an important leadership role, mentoring strategists, raising the quality of strategic thinking across the business, and helping shape the agency's strategic capability and reputation. Key Responsibilities Lead brand strategy projects from discovery through to delivery. Develop brand positioning, architecture, portfolio, messaging, and growth strategies. Design and direct research programmes, translating insights into clear strategic recommendations. Build and maintain senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic advisor. Collaborate closely with creative teams to ensure strategy inspires outstanding brand experiences. Support business development through pitches, organic growth, thought leadership, and your professional network. Mentor and develop the strategy team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. About You Significant experience in brand strategy within a branding or creative agency is essential. This role is not suitable for candidates whose experience is solely client-side, within management consultancy, or general marketing. You'll bring: A proven track record of leading complex brand strategy programmes for major clients. Expertise across brand positioning, architecture, messaging, and portfolio strategy. Outstanding storytelling, facilitation, and presentation skills. Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of consumer behaviour and cultural trends. Design literacy and curiosity about the impact of digital innovation, technology, and AI on brands. The confidence and credibility to influence senior stakeholders and C-suite decision-makers. A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring others and elevating strategic thinking. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape strategy for globally recognised brands and ambitious challenger businesses. A senior leadership position with genuine influence over clients, projects, and agency growth. A collaborative, creative, and strategically ambitious studio environment. The chance to help define the future direction of a highly respected independent consultancy. Competitive salary and benefits. London-based, studio-first working. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're looking for a creative and commercially minded Graphic Designer to join an international music production company with a strong focus on digital marketing and brand development. This position would suit someone with a few years of design experience who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and wants the opportunity to have real influence across campaigns, content, and brand direction. You'll work closely with marketing and sales teams across global regions, producing engaging creative assets for digital platforms, presentations, campaigns, and promotional activity. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the central London office and 2 WFH (we cant consider remote applications unfortunately)   The role will involve - Producing eye-catching content for social platforms including static graphics, short-form video, GIFs, and animated assets Designing creative materials for email campaigns and newsletters Supporting wider production and marketing artwork requirements Editing and repurposing video content for digital channels Creating website visuals and online campaign assets Designing polished sales presentations and branded pitch materials Developing creative assets for paid advertising campaigns across multiple formats Producing marketing collateral for events, merchandise, promotions, and brand campaigns Helping maintain a consistent visual identity across all channels and regions Bringing new ideas to campaigns and contributing to ongoing creative development Experience required - Around 2-3 years' experience in a graphic design or in-house creative role Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign A good understanding of typography, layout, and visual storytelling Experience working with Figma Confident creating content specifically for social and digital platforms Strong organisation and time management skills High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent communication and collaboration skills Advanced PowerPoint/presentation design capability Someone adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a changing environment Ability to work with international stakeholders and adapt creative work for different audiences and regions Also great to have - Motion graphics or After Effects experience Video editing capabilities Awareness of social trends and content styles across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube Basic coding knowledge Interest in media, entertainment, or music sectors Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Are you a qualified accountant looking for an exciting opportunity within the Sports & Media industry? A dynamic and fast-growing Sports & Media agency is seeking a talented Financial Accountant to join its UK & EMEA Controllership Team. This newly created role offers the chance to become a key part of a well-established and high-performing finance function, supporting an international business within one of the most exciting sectors around. Reporting into the finance VP you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting across multiple entities, supporting month-end processes, statutory reporting, and ongoing improvements across the finance function. You will also assist in supervising a Finance Assistant, helping to maintain strong controls and efficient processes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare multicurrency consolidated trial balances for multiple entities under UK GAAP, including eliminations and equity reconciliations for statutory audit purposes. Coordinate financial statement preparation alongside external advisors. Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items. Review and approve bank postings and journals prepared by the Finance Assistant. Prepare month-end journals, including prepayments, accruals, and other adjustments across UK and EMEA operations. Work closely with the wider finance team to ensure expenses and supplier purchases are supported by appropriate documentation. Help strengthen financial controls and ensure the business remains audit-ready. Support the finance team through the transition between finance systems. About You: You will be a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and a proactive, hands-on approach. You will enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and have the confidence to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business. You will ideally have: ACA/ACCA qualification. Strong understanding of double-entry accounting and financial reporting principles. Experience consolidating multiple trial balances and preparing financial information for audit. The ability to understand the wider impact of transactions across the P&L and balance sheet. Previous experience working with accounting systems; exposure to major ERP systems would be advantageous. Excellent attention to detail with a commercial and solutions-focused mindset. Strong communication and business partnering skills. A positive, energetic attitude and the ability to thrive in a growing and changing environment. A genuine passion for Sports and Media would be highly desirable, along with the enthusiasm to be part of an exciting and ambitious organisation. Apply now to take the next step in your finance career within one of the most exciting industries around. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

FP&A Manager A dynamic and fast-growing Sports and Media company is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join its UK & European finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and delivering insight across a growing international business.Working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, the FP&A Manager will act as a key finance partner, providing analysis, forecasting, and strategic support to help shape business performance across multiple entities.The RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner to senior UK & Europe leadership, supporting key commercial and operational decisions.Leading the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes across the region.Supporting the UK & Europe Financial Controller with monthly reporting, including analysis of performance against budget and forecast.Producing regular and insightful customer, revenue, and headcount reporting to support business planning.Assisting with the development and implementation of long-term financial forecasts and strategic plans.Taking ownership of investment case modelling, ensuring performance is tracked against original assumptions and key objectives.Supporting cash flow forecasting in partnership with the UK & Europe Financial Controller, ensuring alignment with financial plans.Managing the CapEx forecasting process, monitoring investment requirements and spend.Supporting finance transformation initiatives, including improving reporting processes and increasing automation.Providing ad hoc financial analysis and commercial insight to senior finance stakeholders, including the Global Head of FP&A and Group CFO.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be a commercially minded finance professional with:A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.Strong experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a business partnering role.Proven experience managing budgets, forecasts, financial models, and performance reporting.Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn financial data into meaningful business insights.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work with senior leadership.Advanced Excel skills and experience supporting reporting improvements and automation.A proactive approach with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.The OpportunityThis is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious organisation operating within the exciting Sports and Media sector. You will gain exposure to senior leadership, influence strategic decision-making, and play a key role in enhancing financial performance across a high-growth international business. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're looking for an experienced Head of Account Management to lead a high-performing client services team within the music merchandise industry. This is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering exceptional service to artists, managers, and label partners, while driving operational excellence across touring, e-commerce, design, and production. You'll develop strong client relationships, lead, and coach the Account Management team, and implement scalable processes that support business growth. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and inspire the UK Account Management team Own key client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and communication Implement service standards, SLAs, and consistent account management processes Act as the senior escalation point for client issues Build strong partnerships across Touring, E-Commerce, Design, Production and Finance Use data and reporting to monitor account performance, client satisfaction, and service delivery Identify opportunities to improve processes, client experience, and operational efficiency About You You'll be an experienced Account Management or Client Services leader with: Proven leadership experience within music, entertainment, merchandising or a similar fast-paced industry A strong understanding of touring, merchandise, and e-commerce operations Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills Commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset The ability to build structure, improve processes and develop high-performing teams Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Freelands Foundation is looking for a Head of Finance to deliver and contribute to Freelands Foundation's financial strategy to enable the Foundation to achieve its ambitious strategic objectives. This role will play a pivotal part in supporting the scaling of the Foundation over the next few years, including a major capital project for our Errol Street building, a significant expansion of key programmes, and reaching new audiences for our work. This opportunity is perfect for a qualified chartered accountant with at least five years' experience at a senior level, who is excited and ready to bring their skills to a growing team with the aim of making a real impact in art education. We are looking for someone with significant experience working in the charity sector in a finance leadership position, with in-depth knowledge of both UK Charity SORP requirements and US Private Foundation regulations. Job Description - Role purpose Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, the Head of Finance will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Foundation's Finance function, leading on all reporting, payments and compliance. This role will also deliver and contribute to Freelands Foundation's financial strategy by managing financial planning and running accounting systems, ensuring that they meet Freelands Foundation's strategic objectives and align with our values. The Head of Finance will line manage the Finance Officer. Role responsibilities - Financial strategy and planning Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting process, working collaboratively with departmental budget holders to ensure expenditure is accurately monitored and any variances are clearly understood. Conduct scenario modelling and financial analysis to support new programmes, grant rounds and capital projects. Maintain accurate cashflow forecasts to allow appropriate drawdowns from the Foundation's investment portfolio. Manage relationships with the Foundation's banking partners and financial software providers, ensuring a high level of service and that all tools are fit for purpose. Produce monthly management accounts to provide the Foundation's leadership with accurate and timely information on the financial health of the organisation. Prepare high-quality financial reports and papers for the Executive Leadership and Board of Trustees. Manage the year-end audit process and produce statutory accounts compliant with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, Lead on the preparation of the Foundation's US tax filings, including the FBAR, 9990PF and estimated tax payments. Prepare and submit UK Corporation Tax returns when necessary. Prepare and submit the Foundation's P11D reporting. Payments Manage the Foundation's bi-weekly payments process, ensuring all suppliers and expenses are paid accurately and on a timely basis. Liaise with the Programmes team to ensure that all grant payments are made promptly and accurately, in line with our governance processes. Lead the monthly Payroll process for employees and temporary workers, including payments of salaries, benefits and employment taxes. Compliance and risk management Ensure the Foundation adheres to all relevant accounting standards & regulatory requirements, including the Charity SORP & US Private Foundations 5% min distribution rule. Ensure all financial controls are complied with and continuously seek improvements to our internal processes to minimise risk. Put procedures in place to protect the organisation from financial fraud and conduct relevant training to ensure all team members are aware of the latest risks. Team leadership and business partnering Provide inspiring and supportive line management to the Finance Officer, with clear objectives and effective ongoing performance management. Support the wider organisation in finance-related decision-making, including upskilling the wider organisation in financial awareness. Ensure the Foundation's financial processes enable the wider team to achieve their strategic objectives, actively seeking feedback on ways to improve the service Finance provides. Freelands Foundation contribution Undertake such tasks that are needed to deliver this role's responsibilities. Work in cooperation with colleagues across the organisation, providing support and cover as needed within available time and resource. Undertake organisational training as required. Work within the organisation's agreed policies and processes, confirming such with a senior manager where clarity is needed. Uphold the organisation's values and mission in all internal and external interactions undertaken on behalf of Freelands Foundation. Person Specification - Essential Experience At least five years' experience working in the charity sector in senior-level finance positions. Substantial senior-level experience working with external auditors on annual audits and tax filings. Knowledge In-depth knowledge of the UK Charity SORP requirements. In-depth knowledge of US Private Foundation federal and state regulations. Good working knowledge of Xero software and Expensify. Qualifications - Qualified chartered accountant: CIMA, or ACCA, or ACA.   ----- Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.  📷 Hydar Dewachi

Sales Ledger Accountant - Film & TV Global Film & TV business are looking for an experienced Sales Ledger Accountant who will be fundamental to invoicing and credit controlling processes. You will also be heavily involved in the month end and cashflow reporting process whilst having the ability to connect as a Business Partner across their global community. Key Responsibilities: Maintain an accurate and up-to-date sales ledger across all revenue streams, proactively resolving discrepancies and aged balances. Prepare, issue, and post invoices in line with distribution agreements, and accurately allocate incoming cash receipts. Key customer relationship management and credit control to optimise cash collection and resolve disputes efficiently. Maintain theatrical systems (including MACCS) and ensure accurate setup of billing data. Obtain and review box office returns, ensuring correct application of rental rates and investigating variances with exhibitors/distribution partners. Business partner with the Theatrical Sales team to support to support the theatrical booking and billing process. Support year-end audit and group reporting requirements. Prepare and post monthly theatrical revenue journals, including variance analysis against forecast and prior periods. Produce and analyse monthly theatrical cash flow reporting, including expected vs actual cash collections. Perform balance sheet reconciliations with clear documentation. Manage customer master data in line with internal controls and approval processes. Continuously review and improve sales ledger processes, controls, and system efficiencies Ad-hoc projects/reporting Skills and Qualifications: Minimum 2 years' experience in accounts receivable within a commercial environment Solid experience in cash allocation, credit control, and debtor management Experience using ERP/accounting systems (SAP preferable) Exposure to theatrical distribution systems (e.g. MACCS) or media/entertainment industry tools is highly desirable Excellent knowledge of Excel Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, release-driven environment Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment are looking for an Events Operations Manager to join our clients global events portfolio.London | Hybrid - 3 days in office Up to £40,000 + 10% BonusLots of international travel opportunities!!The Opportunity:Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join their conference and exhibition team. The role focuses on delivering and managing high-quality international events across Europe, the Middle East, America, and Africa. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in event operations, the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and meticulous attention to detail. This is a hybrid role (three days in the office) with onsite responsibilities during events, requiring international travel and occasional weekend or evening work. Key Responsibilities: Manage the operational delivery of multiple events worldwide from conception to completion. Oversee event operations budgets, planning, and forecasting to ensure financial targets are met. Collaborate with senior leadership on operational strategy for each event. Develop and manage event timelines, delegating tasks to team members as required. Source suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships with venues and key contractors. Ensure all production, marketing, sales, and finance elements of events are coordinated effectively. Produce detailed technical information for exhibitors, including manuals and zone plans. Deliver sponsorship and exhibitor packages, including stands, branding, and features. Design and manage floor plans, event signage, and show guides. Oversee health and safety compliance, including risk assessments and Construction Phase Plans. Conduct post-event evaluations and identify opportunities for improvement. Participate in cross-team initiatives and working groups. Travel internationally as required and work flexible hours leading up to events. Knowledge, Skills, Attitude and Behaviour: Proven experience in international conferences and exhibitions. Experience designing and coordinating feature builds for exhibitions. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong experience creating and managing event operations budgets, planning, and forecasting. Familiarity with event software platforms and onsite Health & Safety management. IOSH Managing Safely qualification desirable. Innovative thinker with the ability to produce standout events. Analytical mindset with a focus on continual process improvement. Quick to learn and embrace new technology and IT systems. Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under pressure. Excellent social and communication skills; comfortable working with all levels of an organisation. Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail. Strong negotiation skills and effective time management. Apply below today to proceed your application! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Global Benefits Manager - Media   We're working with a global business in the media space, who have been on an incredible growth trajectory. They are looking to bring on board a benefits leader to take their benefits suite to the next level, in line with the business growth. This is an exciting role which is all about building a truly global and scalable approach to their benefits programmes as they continue to grow. Joining an evolving People team, this is a newly created position with huge opportunity to create a real impact.   What you'll be doing:   Day to day, you'll be designing and rolling out benefits across existing and new countries, acting as the go-to person when setting up in a new market. You'll manage the vendor relationships, oversee compliance, and be the trusted advisor to regional leaders and your HR colleagues on all things benefits. There's also a data side to the role, around budgets, benchmarking, and building out effective reporting that demonstrates what's working.   You'll ideally bring: Significant experience implementing and managing benefits across EMEA and APAC, with a strong understanding of regional practices and compliance A background in busy, high-growth international settings - you'll be used to running projects across multiple geographies and functions in a fast moving ever changing environment Strong experience working with a range of HRIS and benefits platforms It's a bonus if you've got experience with global mobility and EOR Who you are: You'll be a creative thinker who brings a globally nuanced approach. You're commercial, analytical, and detail-oriented, but also naturally collaborative and able to influence and bring stakeholders along with you on the journey. Complexity and ambiguity does not faze you - you thrive in the grey and enjoy the challenge of getting things across the line with lots of moving parts! The role is base in central London, hybrid working 4 days in the office 1 from home Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

People Operations Manager - initial 4 month temp contract   We're working with a global media agency who are looking for a People Operations Manager to join them on an interim basis. Coming in on a 4 month contract initially, you'll join them during a time of change across both the business and the HR team itself. This role is a key hire for the team, with this person acting as the operational backbone of the function, owning HR administration, systems and data across the full employee lifecycle.   You'll run the day-to-day delivery of HR operations, from onboarding and offboarding to contracts, employee changes and compliance. You'll be the go-to expert for Workday, keeping data accurate and processes running smoothly, and you'll act as first point of contact for employee queries via the People inbox.   On the reporting side, you'll manage joiners/leavers data, keep employee records audit-ready, and produce the metrics and insights that support business decisions, audits and industry submissions - all while ensuring compliance with ISO, GDPR and UK employment law.   Ideal candidates: Available immediately or at short notice Used to working autonomously in a busy, high-volume HR environment Will have Workday experience, and strong process-improvement instincts with sharp attention to detail. Comfortable juggling competing priorities and stakeholders without dropping the ball on accuracy. This role will be based in the agency hq in central London, hybrid working 3/2 Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Are you an immediately available HR Administrator with strong payroll experience? We're working with a iconic media organisation looking for temporary HR support to start ASAP. This is a busy, hands-on role supporting the HR team across administration, employee lifecycle processes, and payroll. We're looking for someone who: Has previous HR administration experience in a fast-paced environment Is confident supporting payroll processes and liaising with payroll providers Has strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Can hit the ground running with minimal supervision Ideally has experience using Oracle Fusion. This role will be paid on a day rate, based in Central London with a 3/2 hybrid working pattern. If you are available to start asap, please apply now to hear more!   Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're working on an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Business Partner to join a growing hospitality and entertainment group on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Partnering closely with senior team, you'll provide commercial insight and analysis to support decision-making, improve profitability, and evaluate new growth initiatives across the hospitality division.   Responsibilities: Partner with senior hospitality leadership to support commercial decision-making and financial performance Deliver detailed analysis on performance, F&B profitability, operational efficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities Translate financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders Assess the commercial impact of new initiatives and support the business in making informed decisions at pace Drive best practice in commercial finance and business partnering across the hospitality function Support strategic projects, transformation initiatives, and wider commercial finance activities   Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong post-qualified commercial finance experience Previous experience within retail, hospitality, leisure, or other consumer-facing businesses Proven Finance Business Partnering experience supporting senior commercial stakeholders Experience operating within a PE-backed, high-growth, or fast-paced environment Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence decision-making through insight and analysis Comfortable leveraging AI or Modelling tools (e.g. Claude or TM1) to enhance analysis and reporting Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; strong PowerPoint and data analysis capabilities Experience of driving change, process improvements, and transformation initiatives   Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Creative & Strategy to join an established content and creative agency at an exciting stage of its growth. This is a senior leadership position for an agency professional who combines strong strategic thinking with creative leadership. The role will be responsible for developing effective content and campaign strategies, leading creative ideation, supporting new business activity, and managing a small team of creatives and strategists. The agency delivers content, creative campaigns, film, photography, social media, and digital communications work for a diverse range of clients across both B2B and B2C sectors. Working closely with the leadership team, you will help shape strategic direction across client projects and new business opportunities, ensuring insight-led thinking informs creative development from brief through to execution. You will lead the development of audience, channel, campaign, and content strategies while supporting the creation of compelling creative concepts that drive engagement and deliver measurable outcomes. The successful candidate will be a confident presenter, experienced in leading client discussions, facilitating workshops, and delivering persuasive pitch presentations. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic development across new business pitches and client projects. Develop audience, content, channel, and campaign strategies. Conduct discovery sessions, workshops, and research activities to inform strategic recommendations. Translate client objectives into clear strategic frameworks and creative briefs. Utilise AI-enabled research and planning tools to support insight generation and strategic development. Work closely with creative and production teams to ensure strategic objectives are reflected throughout project delivery. Lead creative ideation across pitches and client work. Support the development of integrated content and campaign concepts. Create and present high-quality proposals and presentations. Provide creative direction throughout project delivery. Facilitate internal creative workshops and idea-generation sessions. Stay informed on industry developments, audience behaviours, platforms, and content trends. Collaborate with producers, designers, filmmakers, editors, animators, and content specialists to deliver high-quality work. Review creative outputs to ensure consistency and quality. Manage and develop a small team of creatives and strategists. Contribute to wider business planning and growth initiatives. Identify opportunities to develop and expand client relationships. Support new business activity through strategic and creative leadership. Maintain awareness of project scope, delivery requirements, and commercial considerations. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. About You 8-10+ years' experience within a creative, content, marketing, communications, or integrated agency environment. Strong experience developing creative campaigns and content strategies. Proven ability to develop audience, channel, content, or communications strategies. Experience working across digital, social, video, photography, and content-led campaigns. Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience leading and developing creative teams. Sound understanding of production and post-production processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment. Commercially aware, collaborative, and solutions-focused. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior creative and strategic leader seeking a role with significant influence, autonomy, and scope to contribute to the continued growth of an established content and creative agency. This is a hybrid role and will be based in the central London office 3-4 days a week. We cannot consider remote applications for this orle unfortunately. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Publicity Assistant - Podcasts ASAP Start London - Office based Handle are thrilled to be working exclusively with a leading PR agency to source a Publicity Assistant to join their podcasts team. This is real chance to support a dynamic team, working across a variety of exciting client campaigns within a collaborative environment. It's perfect for someone organised, proactive, and eager to develop their knowledge of media and PR. In this role you will: Monitor media coverage daily for your team's clients, flagging notable pieces and potential issues Assist with media list updates, compiling bespoke lists for specific campaigns and maintaining existing contacts Handle logistical tasks such as booking travel, organising meetings, and managing office communication and supplies Support the team with coverage reports, compiling and sending to clients on a regular basis Collaborate on social media activity, helping to coordinate posts on key client moments and coverage highlights To be successful, you will need: Excellent written communication and attention to detail Confident, proactive approach with a can-do attitude Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a busy environment Friendly and approachable manner, with good organisational skills Basic understanding of media and social media platforms (desirable but not essential) If this sounds like your next role then get in touch now! Send your CV across to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Royalty Analyst - Licensing An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Royalty Analyst to join a dynamic finance team within a leading global licensing business. This role plays a key part in supporting the end-to-end royalty accounting and reporting cycle across international brand licensing programmes. Combining financial accuracy, analytical insight, and stakeholder management, the successful candidate will ensure timely, accurate, and compliant royalty reporting across multiple clients and regions. Offering excellent exposure to both commercial and operational finance, this position is ideal for someone looking to develop their career within a fast-paced, international environment with opportunities for progression and professional growth. The Role Working as part of the finance team, you will be responsible for: Coordinating the collection and processing of royalty statements and sales projections from licensees, ensuring accurate royalty calculations and invoices are raised and issued on time. Ensuring client payments are accurate, complete, and delivered within agreed deadlines while meeting contractual reporting requirements. Monitoring royalty receivables and working closely with credit control and commercial teams to support timely collections. Supporting finance queries from internal stakeholders, clients, licensees, and auditors, including providing documentation, process explanations, and calculation analysis. Preparing month-end journals, including revenue and cost accruals, bad debt provisions, and write-offs. Performing account reconciliations and supporting monthly management reporting, including cost analysis, revenue reviews, reserve analysis, and variance reporting. Assisting with quarterly royalty forecasting, projections, and financial analysis. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and supporting enhancements to reporting efficiency. Providing support across the wider finance team, including absence cover and ad-hoc reporting requirements. About You The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders. You will ideally have: Experience within royalty accounting, licensing, or a similar commercial finance environment. Experience interpreting contractual terms and applying them to financial reporting. Background across accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, or finance business partnering. Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills, with confidence communicating with both domestic and international stakeholders. Degree-level education or equivalent experience. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including functions such as VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs, and data analysis. Additional language skills, would be highly advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to build specialist experience within a global licensing environment and become part of a growing, commercially focused finance team. We know that applying for a new role takes time and effort, and we genuinely appreciate every application we receive. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates who have been shortlisted for the next stage of the process. If you do not hear from us, please do not be discouraged, and we wish you the very best with your search for your next opportunity.     Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're partnering with a well-established SME business in the creative and entertainment space to find a People & Culture Advisor to join their growing team. This is a true generalist role, offering exposure across the full employee lifecycle whilst acting as a trusted partner to managers across the business. You'll be equally comfortable rolling up your sleeves with day-to-day HR operations as you are coaching managers through employee relations matters and driving people-focused initiatives.   You'll be involved in a broad remit including: Advising managers on a range of ER casework including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance management Supporting the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding (with support from a HR Assistant) Contributing to people projects, engagement initiatives and process improvements Supporting recruitment, learning and development, and HR operations   The ideal candidate will have solid HR Advisor experience, with strong ER experience leading casework end to end. You will enjoy building strong relationships with the ability to build credibility with stakeholders at all levels. This business has a warehouse population, so experience in this setting would be advantageous. They operate a 3/2 hybrid model in their West London based office/warehouse, with 5 days on site required for the first few months. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, wants broad exposure across HR, and thrives in an SME environment where no two days are the same! Please apply now to learn more. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Calling all experienced receptionist in London, seeking temporary positions within the creative industry. At handle we specialise in roles within the creative field including TV, Film, Music, Advertising, Fashion and Sports. We are seeking candidates who are looking for flexible reception work. The duration of reception roles can vary from day work up to 12 months.Please note - this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future opportunities. If you're interested in these types of opportunities and are available for immediate/ ASAP start, we encourage you to apply as we would love to keep you updated about Temp and Contract EA opportunities coming up. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for. Receptionist Duties Include: Responsible for managing the front deskFirst point of contact for all visitors - meeting and greetingAnswering the switchboard and transferring calls to the relevant departmentManaging the office calendars and meeting room diariesOrdering office suppliesAd-hoc admin support when requiredReceptionist Requirements: Previous receptionist experienceExcellent telephone mannerStrong communication, written and verbalPunctual and professional attitude You can also find all of our current other vacant job opportunities on our website. As mentioned, this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future Temp and Contract opportunities. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle Recruitment are looking for a Social Media and Community Manager to join our clients leading beauty PR agency. This is a senior level hire, that is very strategy focused so we are looking for someone who has extensive experience within the beauty industry. Central London | Hybrid Up to £50,000 based on experience About the client: Our client is a full-funnel influencer marketing specialist with an extensive network of influential relationships and a proprietary nano and micro creator platform.As part of a globally renowned beauty-focused business, it delivers creative strategy, integrated marketing communications, audience-first brand experiences, and culturally connected social commerce powered by specialist expertise and proprietary technology. Our Clients Values: Creativity Inclusivity Positivity Excellence   The Social Media & Community Manager plays a pivotal role in cultivating meaningful connections within our client's vibrant community of thousands of beauty creators, inspiring engagement, collaboration, and brand advocacy across the UK & IRE. An expert in social media and community management, this individual engages daily with members to spark meaningful conversations and ensure every touch point across social channels inspires, educates, and entertains with authority and a genuine passion for beauty. A true social native and natural relationship builder, the Social Media & Community Manager possesses deep knowledge of the social media landscape and the confidence to both create and appear in social-first content, as well as host offline community-building experiences. Passionate about beauty and digital culture, they bring fresh thinking and innovative ideas, staying ahead of evolving beauty, creator, and content trends to ensure community management remains best-in-class in a fast-moving social environment. This role also owns and delivers the overarching social strategy, driving growth across all channels through strong leadership, collaboration with the wider team, and active engagement with the community itself. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking team that celebrates creativity and community, while shaping the future of beauty within the creator economy.Core Responsibilities Lead and nurture the community of beauty creators, fostering genuine relationships and creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and advocacy Act as the voice of the brand within the community, engaging daily to spark meaningful conversations and celebrate creators Plan and host both online and offline community experiences, from workshops to creator events, strengthening engagement and connection Own end-to-end social strategy across all channels, ensuring the brand voice remains distinctive, consistent, and culturally relevant Develop and execute strategies to grow followers, engagement, and participation through organic and community-driven content Analyse social insights and performance data to continuously refine content formats, channel mix, and posting cadence Collaborate with creators, internal teams, and partners to deliver standout, social-first creative content Confidently create and appear in content, embodying the brand's tone of voice and visual identity Stay ahead of emerging social, beauty, and creator trends, bringing innovative ideas that elevate engagement Manage and mentor the Senior Social Media & Community Executive, driving excellence across content, engagement, and strategy Represent the voice of the community internally, sharing insights that inform brand direction and creator strategy Champion a data-driven mindset, defining success metrics and optimising performance through testing and iteration Proactively identify new tools, formats, and trends that enhance community experience and content impact Bring creativity and passion for beauty and social media to life across all social channels We are looking for someone who has 4+ years social and community management experience, with proven experience of growing platforms and communities.Apply below today to proceed your application to the next stage. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.