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Head of Promotions - Live Music Events / Festivals

  • Location: London
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 21 days ago

An incredible opportunity to work for an innovative and evolving business that is immersed in culture, lifestyle, live experience and is on path to become a real game changer in the live music and entertainment space.

As Head of Promotions, you will be responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of ticketed events, leading a team of senior/junior and regional promoters to drive consistent revenue growth, audience expansion, and brand positioning.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Owning the long-term strategic vision for the businesses event portfolio, ensuring each event is financially and creatively optimised

  • Developing and executing a multi-year event expansion strategy, identifying new markets, audience segments, and growth opportunities

  • Developing and leading dynamic pricing models, including tiered ticketing, VIP offerings, and loyalty programs

  • Owning P&L responsibility for the event portfolio, working closely with finance to manage budgets and revenue targets

  • Working closely with brand partnerships and sponsorship teams to integrate sponsorship activations seamlessly into events

  • Leveraging industry relationships to secure long-term commercial partnerships, adding value beyond ticket sales

  • Managing a team of senior and regional promoters, setting clear performance goals and ensuring alignment with company objectives

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working at a major event promotion company or a leading independent promoter

  • A strong understanding of sponsorship integration and brand activations within live events

  • Experience in expanding event brands into new markets or launching new festival properties

  • Familiarity with global music trends, cultural movements, and emerging audience behaviours

  • Strategic Leadership - The ability to balance big-picture vision with day-to-day execution

  • Data-Driven Decision Making - Uses insights and analytics to optimise ticket sales and pricing models

  • Negotiation & Influence - Strong ability to secure top-tier talent, venues, sponsorships, and partnerships

  • Market Expansion & Growth Strategy - Understanding of how to scale event brands across regions and audience segments


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.