Head of Creative and Strategy

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Agent Assistant to provide short-term support within a busy TV/Film agency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, creative environment, with the possibility of being considered for future cover opportunities. Key Responsibilities Responding to client enquiries Managing the client email inbox Creating invoices (experience with Bradbury Phillips is a bonus, but not essential) Tracking invoices Chasing late payments Setting up and managing client auto-responses Updating the website Creating and scheduling social media posts Writing pitch materials (toplines, biographies, and emails) Supporting with ad hoc office tasks (e.g. post office runs, greeting guests, answering phones, kitchen duties) Updating client diaries Sending call sheets and travel documents to clients Sending contracts via DocuSign, tracking progress, and filing completed documents Key Requirements: Available immediately (no notice period) Previous administrative or assistant experience (agency or entertainment industry preferred but not essential) Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively under pressure Confident communicator with a professional phone manner Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Discreet, reliable, and able to handle confidential information A genuine interest in TV/Film and the entertainment industry   Start Date: ASAPDuration: 2 weeks (with potential for additional cover work in the future)   If you are available immediately, please 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 partnering with a leading global brand consulting agency to find an experienced Freelance Account Director to support the delivery of world-class Formula 1 hospitality programmes for a portfolio of internationally recognised brands. West London | Hybrid Freelance ContractDay Rate Negotiable This is an opportunity to work within an award-winning Brand Consulting team, partnering with brands including OKX, Volvo, Salesforce, Qualcomm, Allianz and Etihad Airways. The team combines the scale of a global agency with the culture of a boutique business, offering a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where premium client experiences are at the heart of everything they do.We're looking for an experienced Events & Hospitality specialist with significant expertise in Formula 1 guest management programmes, who can hit the ground running and lead the delivery of high-profile international hospitality experiences.The OpportunityReporting into the Head of Events & Hospitality, you'll take ownership of premium Formula 1 hospitality programmes, leading projects from strategic planning through to on-site execution at races around the world.You'll work closely with internal teams, clients, suppliers and rights holders to deliver exceptional guest experiences while ensuring seamless operational delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the account team to shape and enhance Formula 1 global hospitality programmes.Provide strategic guidance on hospitality planning, guest experience, audience strategy and programme design.Lead the planning and execution of premium guest management programmes across the Formula 1 calendar.Manage hospitality teams and coordinate all operational delivery from pre-event planning through to on-site execution.Oversee accommodation, travel, logistics and ancillary event programmes alongside official race hospitality.Manage Formula 1 hospitality inventory, ticket allocations and contractual assets.Build and maintain relationships with Formula 1 rights holders, suppliers and key stakeholders.Act as the senior point of contact for clients, providing regular updates, reporting and strategic advice.Travel internationally to lead hospitality programmes and manage VIP guest experiences at races.About YouWe're looking for someone who can step into a busy programme with minimal onboarding and confidently lead delivery.You'll have:10+ years' experience delivering premium hospitality and event programmes, ideally within Formula 1 or global sports partnerships.Proven strategic expertise, with the ability to advise senior clients, shape long-term hospitality strategies, and develop programmes that maximise commercial value, guest engagement and sponsorship objectives.Extensive experience leading complex, international hospitality programmes on behalf of global brands, with responsibility for budgets, governance and operational excellence.A deep understanding of the Formula 1 ecosystem, including rights holders, promoters, teams and hospitality products, with an established network of industry relationships.Exceptional leadership skills, with experience building, mentoring and inspiring high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative culture.The ability to influence and build trusted relationships with C-suite clients, senior stakeholders and executive leadership, acting as a strategic advisor rather than solely a delivery lead.Outstanding operational judgement, with the ability to oversee multiple high-profile programmes simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.Strong commercial acumen, including experience developing scopes of work, managing budgets, identifying growth opportunities and contributing to new business.Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.Previous agency or client services experience is advantageous but not essential.Availability to travel internationally throughout the contract.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced freelance Account Director with deep Formula 1 hospitality expertise to join a globally recognised agency and deliver exceptional guest experiences for some of the world's leading brands. Apply below today if you have the relevant 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 is seeking and Marketing Implementation Lead for the deployment of Salesforce Marketing Cloud for a major financial services client. You'll bring your hands-on expertise to design compliant, scalable email marketing programmes across multiple markets, working at the centre of a significant MarTech transformation. *This is a six month FTC initially, hybrid working in Central London* In this role you will: Own the business implementation of SFMC, translating marketing needs into technical solutions Collaborate closely with SFMC architects and development teams to design workflows and campaign journeys Partner with compliance and legal teams to embed governance, consent management, and regulatory adherence Develop reporting frameworks to measure campaign performance and client engagement Lead testing, training, and deployment to ensure effective rollout across multiple markets To be successful in this role you will have: Proven experience implementing Salesforce Marketing Cloud at scale, ideally within financial services Strong understanding of email journey design, content structuring, and optimisation techniques Ability to translate business requirements into innovative, compliant technical solutions Experience working with cross-functional teams including development, compliance, and marketing Knowledge of data governance, consent management, and regulation in cross-border environments Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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 ResponsibilitiesManage the day-to-day delivery of multiple LinkedIn channelsPlan, schedule and publish content using social media management platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similarMonitor channel activity, comments and messages, escalating issues where appropriateWrite and adapt engaging LinkedIn copy from longer-form contentManage and optimise paid LinkedIn campaigns, including Sponsored ContentMaintain content calendars and coordinate activity across multiple stakeholdersAct as a key client contact, building trusted relationships through clear communication and reliable deliveryProduce insightful monthly and quarterly performance reports with clear recommendationsSupport the agency's own LinkedIn and TikTok presence alongside the wider marketing teamKey Requirements:Experience managing LinkedIn channels within a professional or regulated industryStrong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities at onceConfidence working directly with clients and building trusted relationshipsExperience using social media publishing and analytics platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similarHands-on experience managing paid LinkedIn campaignsStrong copywriting skills with the ability to create engaging social contentAn 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.

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.

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.