Business Development Associate - Media & Events

We're keen to speak with immediately available candidates who have solid events management experience and strong administrative skills.This is a brand new position, joining an fun, creative, progressive company. This is to support our client's London office in delivering industry mixers and employee events, alongside providing coordination and administrative support across local initiatives and projects.This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys turning clear goals into well-organised, well-executed experiences.Key responsibilities:Coordinate and deliver industry mixers and employee eventsManage event plans, timelines, and detailed runsheetsOwn end-to-end event logistics, including venues, suppliers, and schedulesWork closely with local teams and leadershipCoordinate speakers, guests, and attendeesTrack budgets, manage invoices, and support post-event wrap-upsProvide coordination and administrative support for wider London initiativesRequired skill set/ experience:Experience managing events end to end, from concept through to deliveryStrong organisational skills and attention to detailComfortable managing multiple prioritiesClear communicator, calm and reliable under pressure This is a 6-month contract with an ASAP start, so we can only consider candidates with a notice period of one week or less. Please note- this position is based full time in the office (hybrid/ remote working will not be possible). 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 aspiring B2B sales professionals looking to build their career with a global media organisation, focusing on the events and conferences division of the business.*This is a temporary role initially with the view to extend into a longer term contract. Hybrid working in Central London, pay rate up to £15ph + opportunity to earn commission*Your responsibilities will include:Identifying relevant delegate prospects and delivering a persuasive and compelling case for why they should purchase a ticket to events.Building relationships with delegates, so they see the brand as a key part of theirannual calendar and come back to events year-on-year.Meeting and exceeding weekly, monthly and annual revenue targets across your portfolio.Developing an expertise on the agendas and issues of interest to prospective delegates within your assigned sector, with a view to improve conversion rates.Achieving weekly and monthly KPIs including call time and dials outs, set by the Head of Delegate Services Acquisition.Calling and engaging with prospective delegates, providing a clear articulation of the event proposition and obtaining new registrations.Growing an extensive knowledge of the key players and organisations within your assigned sector, with a view to ensuring you have the right people and seniority in the room.To be successful in this role you will have:Exposure to working in a B2B sales role.Confidence in making outbound calls to senior clients and working to targets.Research and lead generation skills, particularly over LinkedIn.A willingness to learn and develop a sales career with a business long term.Please apply now for a further conversation!Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Finance ManagerHandle Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a leading creative agency in their search for a Finance Manager.This opportunity is ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) finance professional who is looking to play a key, forward-thinking role within a dynamic finance function. Working closely with the CFO and senior stakeholders, you will provide meaningful commercial insight and support strategic decision-making across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, including:Profit & loss analysisBalance sheet reviews and reconciliationsKey metric reporting and supporting schedulesAnalysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commercial insights and actionable recommendationsMonitoring and controlling costs, identifying efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunitiesReviewing client profitability, highlighting margin performance and supporting commercial reportingSupporting the annual budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department headsConducting regular financial review meetings with department managers to ensure alignment with budget and strategic objectivesWeekly review of creditors and WIP, escalating issues to the CFO or partners as requiredSupporting external audits and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulationsPreparing monthly/quarterly VAT returns and assisting with corporate tax processesSupporting the implementation of intercompany invoicing processesManaging cash flow, including preparation of a 13-week cash flow forecastDeveloping expertise in the Paprika system and driving continuous financial process improvementsProviding holiday cover within the finance teamDelivering ad-hoc reporting and analysis as requiredSkills, Knowledge & ExperienceACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified (or finalist/qualified)Proven experience in a Management Accountant role, ideally within the communications or creative sectorStrong understanding of financial principles and accounting standardsExperience with intercompany invoicingPaprika accounting system experience is essentialAdvanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, IF statements, etc.)Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesStrong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressureExcellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholdersDemonstrable experience of streamlining or implementing improved financial processesCollaborative team player 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.