EA - Film

Are you a Corporate Tax specialist looking to take the next step in a fast-growing, advisory-led firm? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a people-focused firm where your development is a priority and your impact is visible.As a Corporate Tax Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering both complex compliance and high-value advisory work. You'll manage your own portfolio, lead on technical projects (including structuring and transactions), and act as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.About you✔ ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified✔ Strong corporate tax experience across compliance and advisory✔ Commercial mindset with excellent communication skills✔ Enjoys building relationships and mentoring junior team members 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 a global tech brand in search of a Client Partner experienced in advertising across the mobile/app development space, with a focus across areas such as retail, food & drink, and health & fitness.*This is a 12 month contract to begin ASAP, on a PAYE day rate equivalent of up to £110k annual salary dependent on experience. Hybrid working 3 days a week in Central London office*Joining a growing team to help businesses achieve success through promotion and discovery, you will manage the strategy across a focused portfolio of clients, drive adoption of the advertising offering and onboard new developer partners.Your responsibilities will include:Developing and building strategic relationships with clients and agencies at all levels, understanding their business goals to craft effective advertising strategiesDeveloping and leading joint business plans to collaborate and influence across organisationsPartnering with internal teams, including product, sales support, and account management, to deliver innovative advertising solutionsServing as an industry expert by staying ahead of trends and emerging technologies to maintain market knowledge and inform internal stakeholders and customersWorking closely with the Platform Specialist team to ensure proper execution and alignment with customer objectivesTo be successful in this role you will have:Extensive Client Partner experience in mobile/app advertising, ideally with the leisure industries Strong technical understanding of app ecosystemsExperience of working with partners across the UK and EU, additional languages including Spanish and Italian beneficial but not necessaryA highly commercial mindset, with the ability to balance strategy with executionPlease apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're working on a Assistant Accountant within a volunteer-led, global charitable organisation, supporting the Finance Managers in delivering accurate financial control, reporting, and accounting services across the organisation. The post plays a key part in ensuring robust financial processes underpin the charity's international work. Responsibilities:Process all financial transactions, ensuring invoices and purchase orders are correctly authorised, coded, and paid in line with agreed termsSupport bookkeeping activities including bank, petty cash, and balance sheet reconciliations for review by Finance ManagersManage accounts payable processes including payment runs, supplier setup, purchase ledger control, staff and volunteer expenses, and cash advancesProvide first-line support on finance queries, ensuring adherence to organisational policies and proceduresMaintain accounts receivable processes including raising invoices, managing debtor receipts, and following up on outstanding paymentsOversee income processing and reconciliation, including donations, membership fees, and hotel facility income across multiple systemsPerform payroll journal processingAdminister company credit cards and process associated receiptsSupport wider teams with accurate PO and invoice creation and financial processing guidanceBank cheques and cash receipts as required Requirements:Good standard of English and Mathematics, with formal training in accounting principles (accrual accounting preferred)Experience working in a busy finance team and processing transactions in a computerised accounting systemExperience reconciling balance sheet accounts and working with spreadsheets (strong Excel skills required)Understanding of accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger processesStrong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleaguesHigh attention to detail, ability to multitask, and deliver to tight deadlinesProblem-solving ability and confidence working independently and as part of a teamComfortable working in a changing environment and supporting process improvements Desirable:AAT qualification (Level 1-3 or above)Charity sector experience and/or knowledge of FRS 102 Charities SORPAdvanced Excel skills (e.g. PivotTables, Lookups, database functions)Experience with group accounting or intercompany processesExposure to business partnering with budget holdersExperience dealing with foreign currency transactions 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 FX group is expanding its Treasury Risk and ALM function to enhance capital and liquidity management across multiple legal entities. This contract role sits at the intersection of treasury risk, balance sheet management, and regulatory reporting, with a strong emphasis on hands-on stress testing, scenario analysis, and liquidity risk assessment.This is a high-visibility position within a lean team, best suited to someone with practical, hands-on treasury risk experience rather than a purely reporting-focused background. Responsibilities:Prepare and oversee regulatory capital and liquidity reporting, including K-factor calculations and associated disclosuresPlay an active role in the ICARA process, including hands-on risk assessments, stress testing, and capital and liquidity adequacy analysisDesign, execute, and enhance stress testing and scenario analysis across liquidity, interest rate risk, and capital adequacyMonitor daily liquidity positions, short-term cash flows, and risk appetite limits, identifying and escalating risks where appropriateContribute to medium-term capital planning, incorporating stress scenarios and business strategyPrepare and present risk-focused insights for Risk Committees and Board reportingSupport the ongoing development and enhancement of the Treasury Risk & ALM framework, including risk metrics and monitoring toolsPartner with the business to assess the balance sheet and risk impact of new products and strategic initiatives RequirementsProven experience in treasury risk, ALM, or capital and liquidity risk management, within financial servicesStrong understanding of regulatory capital frameworks (e.g. IFPR / K-factors), with experience applying them in practiceHands-on experience in stress testing, scenario analysis, or treasury risk assessment is essentialSolid knowledge of balance sheet management, liquidity risk, and capital planningExperience within a broker, SME investment firm, fintech, or consultancy environment preferredAdvanced Excel skills; comfortable working with large datasets (Power BI knowledge beneficial)Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate analysis into clear risk insights for senior stakeholdersRelevant finance qualification (ACT, ACCA, CFA) or part-qualified candidates considered 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 Marketing Lead to join our clients global media and publishing company. Location: London (Hybrid - 4 days office, 1 day remote) Contract: 3 months £305 Per DayOverview An experienced marketing leader required to drive immediate impact, aligning digital activity with business goals, revenue targets, and brand positioning.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the marketing team, including EditorsOversee cross-channel strategy (paid media, CRM, email) to drive performanceOptimise paid media (Google, Meta) and manage platform relationshipsRebuild email/CRM strategy (Iterable, Treasure Data, segmentation & automation)Own budget management to maximise ROIChampion data-led decision making and performance trackingEstablish efficient processes and a high-performance team cultureInfluence senior stakeholders across European Consumer Revenue teamsEnsure marketing supports both acquisition and brand equity, including creative oversight Skills & ExperienceStrong digital marketing leadership experienceExpertise in paid media, CRM, and email marketingData-driven with proven results deliveryBudget management and stakeholder leadership experienceAble to prioritise and deliver quickly in a fast-paced environmentApply 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.

A leading global technology and entertainment organisation is seeking an experienced Business Affairs & Licensing Manager to support marketing initiatives across the West region (Europe, CEMEA, Latin America, and Canada).This role sits within a global marketing function and focuses on upstream planning, strategic clearance, and execution of campaigns involving third-party content and creator partnerships.Candidates must have experience working in an advertising agency environment, with strong knowledge of global production processes and content clearance.Fluency in a second language is essential (ideally French, German, or Spanish).This role is London-based with a hybrid working model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Please note: full remote working and sponsorship are not available.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a strategic advisor to marketing teams, assessing feasibility, budget, and legal risk of using third-party intellectual property before production beginsManage intake and triage of regional marketing requests, ensuring efficient clearance processes aligned with global standardsSecure rights and permissions from third-party rights holders across a wide range of content (e.g. music, film/TV clips, podcasts, apps, imagery, trademarks, and digital assets)Support campaigns across paid and organic social, including influencer and short-form content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeCoordinate localisation of content to ensure suitability across multiple international marketsPartner with legal and regional teams to navigate local advertising regulationsBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partnersEstablish and improve scalable workflows and processes across global and regional teamsMaintain accurate documentation of rights and usage within internal systemsKey Requirements8+ years' experience in business affairs, licensing, or rights management within advertising, media, or entertainmentStrong knowledge of intellectual property rights, including copyright, trademarks, and licensing (with a focus on digital and creator content)Proven experience supporting marketing campaigns involving social media, influencers, and digital platformsAbility to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong decision-making skills and ability to work independentlyExcellent organisational communication, and stakeholder management skillsHigh level of emotional intelligence and a collaborative mindsetFluency in English plus at least one additional language relevant to the region (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese, French, or German)EducationBachelor's degree requiredJD, LLM, or MBA preferredHandle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

  Manager, Member Relations The Opportunity: The Manager, Member Relations is an enthusiastic digital music executive with experience working at music distributors in a client-facing or label relations role. This position sits at the core of Merlin's Member Relations team, working closely with our global membership, contributing to our mission of empowering independents, and supporting members in maximising the opportunities made available to them via our best-in-class deals. Merlin is the global licensing partner for the world's leading independent record labels, distributors and artist/label services companies, and our members successfully manage their digital businesses in direct relationships with our licensing partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a process driven, proven self-starter who is keen to dig deeper into how digital partner deals work, understands the value and needs of independent music companies, and is a confident communicator driven by the rewarding mission of serving the independents that comprise the Merlin membership. This person will be demonstrably capable of managing multiple projects, comprehending the complex developments across the ever-evolving digital marketplace and be equally comfortable leading and working collaboratively with Merlin's global team in a fast paced, success-driven and fun atmosphere.   Key Responsibilities: Lead day to day communications and support for existing Merlin member companies Contribute to member acquisition strategy Manage the end-to-end application process for prospective members;, evaluating application materials, clearly communicating application outcomes and recommendations Stay deeply knowledgeable about and effectively communicate the complexities of commercial deal terms, content operations and integrations, reporting and data specifics, pitching and marketing opportunities, tools and marketplace developments Demonstrate strong commercial sensibility Actively contribute toward improving processes and developing scalable solutions Pursue professional development opportunities, represent the company at industry conferences and events, and be adaptable as the role and organisation evolve.   Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working at digital music companies, record labels, distributors/aggregators or artist/label services companies Strong understanding of the digital music industry, music distribution, the mechanics of the digital music supply chain and tools and opportunities available via digital music platforms Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a disciplined adherence to commercial awareness and confidentiality Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster commercial relationships and adapt communication styles to suit stakeholders of diverse backgrounds Active listening skills to accurately respond to inquiries and requests Ability to establish a high degree of credibility and rapport with senior level executives across independent music companies Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Airtable and familiarity with task management programs and contact management systems Comfortable prioritizing multiple issues/tasks   Preferred Qualifications: Established network of contacts with independent music companies and digital partners   Compensation: A competitive salary, incentive, and benefits package will be offered, commensurate with the role and the relevant experience of the final hire.   Equal Opportunity and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Merlin is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Further, the company strives to create a diverse, welcoming, equitable and inclusive environment for all applicants, employees, member companies and partners.   The Company: Merlin provides independents the means to control their digital business in direct partnerships with leading digital music services. Merlin is a member led, music focused organization providing digital music licensing for independents across the globe. Members benefit from Merlin's premium deals, but work directly with key digital partners. Our membership consists of independent labels, distributors, and other rights-holders, representing tens of thousands of labels and hundreds of thousands of artists from every country in the world. Merlin's approach has enabled our membership to grow to represent 15% of the global market share. Merlin's membership includes independents such as Absolute Label Services, Amuse, anjunabeats, Armada Music, AudioSalad, Better Noise Music, Casete, Curb, Domino Recording Co, Epitaph Records, Exceleration, Hopeless Records, IDOL, Kontor New Media, Mad Decent, Measurable Accurate Digital Solutions, Mills Records, Mushroom Music, Nettwerk Music Group, Ninja Tune, Redeye, Republic of Music, Revelator, Secret City, Secretly, Stones Throw, Starbase, Sub Pop, Toolroom Records, Warp, Zebralution and hundreds more. Merlin has deals with nearly 40 digital services, including partners like Apple, Audiomack, AWA, Boomplay, Canva, Deezer, JioSaavn, KKBox, Meta, NetEase, Pandora, Peloton, Snap, SoundCloud, Spotify, Tencent, Twitch, Vevo, YouTube, and many other global, regional and strategic partners, as well as being in conversations with dozens more. Merlin has team resources in London, New York, Berlin, North Carolina and Tokyo. To apply please send your CV 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.