Head of Marketing

Handle Recruitment are looking for a Senior Sales Partner to join our client's global entertainment company as they expand within live sports events. 6 Month Contract Hybrid - 3 days in office ASAP Start £673.08 to £961.54 per day dependant on experience + holiday pay (FTE £175K - £250K)About the Role Our client is expanding its live event programming in the UK to create real-time, cultural "watercooler" moments that bring audiences together. To support ambitious UK Live revenue goals for 2026, our client is seeking a Senior Sales Partner Contractor to act as the key point of coordination between UK Sales, Brand Partnerships, Market Activation teams and advertising partners. In this role, the individual will lead the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for upcoming live events, including premium live sports programming in the UK, while also building new direct client relationships with leading brands already aligned to premium sports partnerships. Following the success of our client's first live broadcast, this person will help elevate both the GTM strategy and revenue performance for future live events. They will be expected to execute at pace, manage tight timelines, exceed partner expectations and work cross-functionally to ensure commercial success. This role suits someone who thrives in high-ownership, low-bureaucracy environments and is comfortable making decisions with incomplete but directionally accurate information.What You Will Do * Build new direct relationships with brands and advertisers aligned to premium sports * Drive the UK Live sales process, creating and delivering a streamlined end-to-end workflow for upcoming live events * Establish clear sales timelines, manage cross-functional stakeholders and ensure simultaneous go-to-market activity to maximise revenue opportunities within fast-moving sales windows * Act as the key connector between Sales and Market Activation teams to ensure alignment and accountability across UK Live events * Share market and industry expertise from clients and media agencies to help shape "The Netflix Way of Selling" for live * Partner with Sales teams to educate clients on traditional sponsorship opportunities as well as more sophisticated integrated partnerships * Work closely with Market Activation teams to refine GTM materials, ensuring clear commercial guidelines, pricing transparency and strategic media alignment * Contribute to team culture by openly sharing feedback, learnings and post-campaign insightsWhat Our Client Is Looking For * 10+ years' experience within live sports commercialisation, ad sales strategy or monetisation * Proven experience leading and executing complex GTM launches from concept through to delivery, including optimisation based on performance * Strong understanding of the UK TV/CTV landscape, including how major HoldCos and top advertisers invest in premium live sports inventory * Strong commercial judgement with the ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex challenges pragmatically * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across commercial, operational and technical teams * Established senior-level relationships across major UK HoldCos and leading advertisers * Experience working in high-autonomy, high-accountability environmentsHow Our Client Works Our client values freedom and responsibility, empowering teams to make informed decisions and operate with autonomy. They foster a high-performance, collaborative culture built on trust, accountability and mutual respect, encouraging individuals to raise the bar and contribute openly across the business.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.

Financial Controller - Theatre UK-based theatrical production company managing multiple concurrent West End, touring, and international productions are looking for a Qualified ACA, ACCa, CIMA Financial Controller, accountable for the smooth financial management across the group. You will own the month-end close, bank reconciliation discipline, accrual policy enforcement, cash oversight, and management accounts across all entities. This is a hands-on role. You will lead a small finance team and report directly to the Managing Director. You will be the primary point of accountability for finance being in control - always reconcilable, always current, always explainable. Key Responsibilities Month-End Close & Multi-Entity Financial Control: Own and deliver the month-end close across all entities: bank reconciliations complete, accruals posted, intercompany confirmed, production accounts drafted. Enforce entity separation rules rigorously - every cost sits in the correct entity, intercompany loan accounts are used immediately, no blurred coding. Maintain and enforce the group's accrual policy: accrue anything above £1,000 or clearly recurring; weekly production accruals posted by performance week. Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and board-level reporting for all productions and SPVs. Own the bank reconciliation standard: every entity reconciled weekly, bank balance matching statement, oldest unreconciled item under 30 days. Production Finance: Deliver weekly production accounts for all running productions, distinguishing clearly between pre-production and running costs. Monitor budgets and cost reporting across multiple concurrent theatrical productions. Deliver accurate and timely royalty statements, including self-billing, minimum guarantees, and pool calculations. Oversee and assist with weekly and monthly payroll processes across shows as required, including running payrolls when needed for cover. Ensure weekly tour trading accruals (settlements, cast payroll, travel, theatre contra, royalties) are posted with the correct weekly class. Statutory & Compliance: Ensure compliance with VAT returns (per SPV), PAYE, and Corporation Tax, working closely with the Managing Director and external advisors. Support Theatre Tax Relief (TTR) claims across production SPVs, maintaining clean cost categorisation to support claims. Act as primary financial point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel. Cash & Creditor Management: Own weekly cash oversight across all entities, maintaining an accurate group cash position. Actively manage creditors: weekly review of top creditors, due/overdue amounts, payment plans for the next 7-14 days, and supplier risk flags. Systems & Processes: Maintain and develop QuickBooks (per entity), payroll systems (QuickBooks Advanced), and Dext invoice processing workflows. Strengthen financial controls, authorisation procedures, and coding standards - every transaction correctly categorised, production-coded, and week-class tagged. Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities across the finance function. Leadership & Team Management: Line manage the Production Finance Manager and Accounts Assistant(s), ensuring strong delivery, development, and clear ownership of responsibilities. Collaborate with Producers, General Managers, and external stakeholders. Maintain the weekly finance operating cadence: Monday finance control meeting, midweek production finance ops, Thursday cash and creditors review. Strategic Support: Advise the Managing Director and Producers on financial risk, opportunity, and sustainability. Support business planning, scenario modelling, and investor relations (including monthly investor reporting). Contribute to the company's long-term growth strategies. Person Specification: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) - this is a non-negotiable requirement. Demonstrable experience owning month-end close across multiple entities or subsidiaries, ideally in a group structure. Strong technical accounting skills: accruals, prepayments, intercompany, bank reconciliations, management accounts. Hands-on operator comfortable in a small team - this is not a role where you delegate everything downward. Experience with QuickBooks (or comparable cloud accounting software) and confident with Excel/Google Sheets for modelling and reconciliation. Commercial awareness and ability to communicate financial position clearly to nonfinance stakeholders. Experience in theatre, live entertainment, film, or media production finance. Familiarity with Theatre Tax Relief, SPV structures, or investor reporting. Interest in process improvement, automation, and building scalable finance operations. Strong line/people management experience. 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 | HybridUp 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.  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% Bonus Lots 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.

Handle Recruitment are looking for a driven, highly organised Senior Marketing Executive to support the growth of our clients advanced therapies international event portfolio. 6 Month FTC with a view to go permanent Salary - £35,000 to £38,000 + 10% annual discretionary bonus West London | Hybrid | 3 Days in Office International travel involved! About the Business Our client is a global events business, delivering innovative, market-leading events since 1947. With 125 events and media brands and over 2,000 professionals across 12 countries, they create platforms that drive industries forward. Backed by a leading global investment firm, they focus on building resilient, high-growth organisations. They also run a specialist advanced therapies brand, connecting key stakeholders shaping the future of medicine through flagship events and content platforms. Phacilitate create events and content that bring together leading minds in cell, gene, and RNA-based therapies, including pioneering biotechs, global pharma, investors, regulators, and clinicians. Operating at the heart of a fast-moving industry, they play a key role in advancing treatments for rare and chronic diseases, improving patient access, and helping bring cutting-edge therapies from lab to bedside. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in bringing a brand-new global event to market, while also contributing to the continued success of an established European event. The successful candidate will sit at the heart of campaign delivery, executing high-impact, multi-channel marketing that drives audience growth and revenue. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and is motivated to grow quickly within a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities: Own the execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns across email, website, social, partnerships, and lead generation Manage campaign delivery end-to-end, ensuring all activity is delivered on time and to a high standard Build, QA, and deploy email campaigns in Pardot, including segmentation and targeting Monitor and optimise campaign performance, identifying opportunities to improve conversion and engagement Create high-performing, conversion-led content across email, social, and landing pages Manage and update website content, including landing pages, agenda, speakers, and lead magnets Support CRO improvements through testing, optimisation, and user journey enhancements Deliver partner and sponsor marketing activity, including email swaps, listings, and co-marketing campaigns Track performance across channels (email, web, social, partnerships) and contribute to reporting and insights Work closely with internal teams (sales, production, operations) to ensure alignment and campaign success Manage multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment What They're Looking For: Proven experience in a marketing role (minimum 2 years), ideally within events or life sciences Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Proactive, solutions-focused mindset Confidence in working to deadlines and taking ownership of delivery Creative eye Ambitious and motivated to progress within a fast-growing business   Why Join Shape something from day one: Take a leading role in launching a brand-new global event and help build it from the ground up Work at the heart of a high-growth portfolio: Gain exposure to commercial strategy, senior stakeholders, and ROI-driven marketing Accelerate career progression: Benefit from clear progression opportunities and cross-portfolio learning Make a visible impact: Join a collaborative, fast-paced team where ownership is real and ideas are valued Global exposure: Travel internationally at least three times per year Benefits: 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Additional celebration day (e.g. birthday, Eid, Diwali) Summer hours in August (3pm Friday finishes) Quarterly paid charity day Pension scheme Private medical insurance Season ticket loan Free on-site gym & showers Apply below today to proceed your application! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're on the lookout for a brilliant business partner for one for our iconic creative clients! This is a London HQ'd organisation of around 2000 employees, with a typical creative culture they move at pace as their offering evolves and the business continues to grow. The role: You'll be partnering with a small but complex business area in a true business partnering remit, building high level relationships with leaders, working on a wide range of people projects and activity from talent and performance through to org design, employee relations, and change. As its a small client group you will build relationships at all levels and be a real face of HR, and happy to be that go-to person. You will not line manage officially, but will work very closely with your specialist colleagues to deliver impactful strategy around L&D and DEI What you'll bring: Solid HR Generalist BP experience, ideally gained in a fast-moving or creative environment A strategic approach as well as a roll sleeves up attitude, you're happy to get stuck into the nitty gritty when required Emotional intelligence and a flexible approach - you'll keep calm when things get busy and be able to push back on demanding stakeholders with ease A team player attitude - this team is a collaborative bunch and that all in it together mentality is key! A passion for what you do and a progressive thinking approach when it comes to HR The role is based in central London and hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 from home. Salary range they are considering around £75-80k base. If this sounds like you and you would like to find out more, please 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.

Interim Senior TA Partner 2-3 Month Contract initially We're working with a fast-growing, globally recognised brand that needs urgent TA support! The in-house Talent team in this business is super busy at the moment. With 30+ live roles spanning, many of these at C-suite to Director level, as well as c40 more roles in the pipeline. They need an experienced TA Partner to come in, hit the ground running for them and take real ownership What you'll be doing: Managing search processes end-to-end, handling agencies on leadership hires, screening candidates, writing job descriptions, benchmarking, talent mapping and project and org design support. Some days will be strategic, some more operational and administrative. Briefs will be based in London and the US across head office, creative and retail. Who you are: You're a confident, senior recruiter who doesn't need much hand-holding. You're used to juggling multiple processes at pace and you take pride in doing things properly. A background in creative or retail would be a real plus - you'll get the pace and culture immediately. The team are brilliant! Highly collaborative, supportive and fun. They'd love to find someone who enjoys working as part of a team and has a can-do proactive attitude. Start: ASAP (next week if possible!) Location: the city, hybrid 3 days in / 2 from home Amazing offices + great culture Scope to go permanent for the right person Please apply if this sounds like 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.