HR Manager - Media

An exciting opportunity for a Partnership Marketing & Activation Manager to join a leading global entertainment and streaming business.This is an initial 5 month contract starting ASAP and will be mostly office based in Central London. Based in London, you'll be part of a UK & International partner marketing team, managing strategic partnerships and developing marketing opportunities that drive brand engagement, customer acquisition and subscriber growth.You'll work closely with commercial, marketing, creative, analytics and local market teams, as well as external partners and agencies, to deliver impactful campaigns from initial planning through to execution and evaluation.You will:Support the development and delivery of the partner marketing strategy.Lead marketing planning and launches for new strategic partnerships.Plan, execute and review multi-channel and above-the-line partner campaigns.Build strong relationships with partners, agencies and internal stakeholders.Identify and develop high-value marketing opportunities aligned to business priorities.Lead creative development and ensure assets meet brand and content guidelines.Work cross-functionally to deliver integrated campaigns and maximise partner value.Monitor campaign performance and use insights to optimise activity and return on investment.Share best practices and help improve partner marketing processes and efficiencies.You'll bring:5+ years' experience in marketing, partnership marketing or a related field.Proven experience managing external partners, agencies and cross-functional stakeholders.Strong campaign planning, project management and organisational skills.Commercial awareness and a results-driven approach.Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong attention to detail, creativity and a proactive approach.The confidence to identify opportunities, solve problems and turn ideas into action.This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile campaigns, build strategic partnerships and help drive growth for a globally recognised streaming and entertainment brand.Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Handle are currently working with a hugely popular, global entertainment brand who are looking for an experienced EMEA Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across 12-14 countries (excluding the UK) within a large, multinational organisation.This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of payroll professionals while overseeing the delivery of accurate, compliant payroll through outsourced payroll providers. You'll play a key role in driving payroll transformation, process improvements, and ensuring governance, controls and statutory compliance across multiple EMEA jurisdictions.Key responsibilities:Lead, coach and develop a team of Payroll Analysts.Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across multiple EMEA countries.Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and internal stakeholders.Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, reporting and audit readiness.Drive payroll projects, system enhancements and continuous process improvements.Act as the escalation point for complex payroll and vendor issues.Promote best practice, standardisation and operational excellence across the region.About you:Payroll management qualification or equivalent experience.Proven experience managing multi-country EMEA payroll within a large, complex organisation.Strong knowledge of EMEA payroll legislation, compliance and payroll governance.Experience managing outsourced payroll providers.Strong leadership, stakeholder management and change management skills.Exposure to SAP Payroll or similar HRIS/payroll systems is highly desirable. 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 recruiting for a Mid-Weight Video Editor to join a fast-growing international sports and entertainment organisation.This is an exciting opportunity to create engaging content for a globally recognised sports brand, producing social-first content, YouTube videos, broadcast features, paid media, event content, brand campaigns and commercial partnerships. You'll be part of a collaborative, fast-paced creative team where storytelling, creativity and delivering high-quality content at pace are key.You'll own projects from brief through to delivery, editing everything from short-form social content and reels to long-form documentaries, promotional films and broadcast assets. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys crafting compelling stories, experimenting with creative techniques and thrives in a hands-on production environment.You'll be responsible for:Editing short and long-form content for social media, YouTube, digital marketing, broadcast and live events.Crafting engaging stories through strong pacing, narrative structure and sound design.Creating platform-specific edits across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn and other digital channels.Producing motion graphics, captions and graphics using existing templates.Repurposing content across multiple formats, aspect ratios and audiences.Managing media, organising footage and maintaining efficient post-production workflows.Working closely with producers, designers and marketing teams to develop creative concepts and deliver high-quality content.Creating sizzle reels, promotional videos, B-roll packages and branded content for partners and commercial campaigns.Testing creative approaches and using performance insights to optimise content.You'll bring:2-4 years' experience editing video content in a fast-paced agency, production company, sports, media or brand environment.An outstanding showreel demonstrating social-first content, YouTube, branded content and campaign editing.Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.A strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, sound design and motion graphics.Experience creating content for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.Knowledge of post-production workflows, media management and delivery specifications.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.A collaborative mindset, strong attention to detail and an interest in emerging editing tools and AI workflows.Experience working within sport, entertainment or consumer brands would be advantageous.In return you'll receive:Private healthcare.Learning & development budget.25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.Enhanced parental leave.Share option scheme.Event access and additional wellbeing benefits.Please note:This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the London office.Remote working is not available for this position.Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. 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 looking for an experienced Executive Producer to join a fast-paced creative production team for a 9-month maternity cover. This is a hybrid role, with 2-3 days per week working from our London office. Unfortunately, we cannot consider fully remote applications for this position. This is a senior role for someone who knows how to turn ambitious creative ideas into brilliant, achievable productions and can keep people, budgets, timelines and clients moving in the right direction when things get busy. This is not a broadcast production role. We're looking for someone with strong agency, branded content, advertising or creative production experience, who is comfortable working across multiple clients, fast-moving briefs and varied creative outputs. You'll lead projects from pre-production through production and post, acting as the senior production lead and key client contact. You'll also manage and mentor Producers across the team, work closely with Creative, Strategy and Client Services, and help continually improve how the team works. You'll: Own end-to-end production across live-action, animation and mixed-media projects, from initial creative concept through to final delivery. Manage and mentor Senior Producers, Producers and Junior Producers, creating a supportive, accountable and high-performing team. Partner with Creative & Strategy to turn ambitious ideas into smart, practical production plans. Manage budgets, schedules, resources and workloads, spotting risks and opportunities early. Build trusted client relationships, provide clear communication and navigate challenges calmly and confidently. Bring production expertise to new business pitches, including feasibility, scoping, ballpark budgets and client presentations. Develop workflows, documentation and best practice that make production smoother, smarter and more efficient. Be the calm, solutions-focused person in the room when plans change, pressure builds or something needs fixing quickly. We're looking for someone with: 6+ years' experience in production management or producing, ideally within a creative agency, advertising, branded content or production environment Proven end-to-end production experience across live-action, animation and/or mixed media Strong agency experience is highly desirable, particularly working across multiple clients, creative briefs and fast-paced production environments Experience managing and mentoring production teams Excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines Strong experience across budgeting, scheduling and resource management Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills A calm, proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving Strong understanding of production workflows, compliance and industry best practice Confidence collaborating with Creative, Strategy and Client Services Experience with production management systems and a willingness to embrace new tools and technology We're looking for someone who combines creative thinking with production rigour, someone who can protect the quality of the work while keeping the realities of time, budget and resources firmly in view. Please note: this is not a broadcast/TV production role. Experience in creative agencies, advertising, branded content or commercial production is particularly relevant. If you're an experienced Executive Producer with a strong agency and multi-format production background, we'd love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Marketing Manager to join their growing marketing team. Reporting to the Marketing & DTC Director, this is a broad, hands-on role with a strong focus on social media, influencer marketing and digital campaigns, while also supporting wider brand, retail and ecommerce initiatives. Hayes, West London | Hybrid (4 Days in Office) £40,000 - £45,000 DOE Our client is a market-leading global manufacturer of premium sleep products, renowned for combining innovative technology with exceptional comfort, supplying both consumers and major retail partners across the UK. This opportunity is ideal for someone with extensive experience managing social media strategies, leading influencer partnerships and developing a small marketing team, who is looking to make a real impact within a well-established consumer brand. The Role Working closely with the Marketing & DTC Director, you'll be responsible for driving the company's social media presence, delivering influencer campaigns and supporting integrated marketing activity across multiple channels. You'll also line manage the Marketing Executive team, work closely with external agencies and support campaigns across ecommerce, retail, events and brand marketing. Key Responsibilities Lead the social media strategy across all platforms, driving engagement and brand growth. Own all influencer marketing activity, from identifying partnerships through to campaign delivery and reporting. Manage paid social activity and work with media agencies across PPC, SEO, display and wider digital campaigns. Line manage and develop the Marketing Executive team. Support the planning and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns alongside the Marketing & DTC Director. Monitor campaign performance using Google Analytics and make recommendations to optimise results. Support ecommerce activity, ensuring website content and marketing assets remain up to date. Provide marketing support to retail partners and the sales team. Coordinate consumer and trade events, exhibitions and experiential activity. Oversee community management across social media channels. About You Extensive experience managing social media and influencer marketing campaigns. Previous people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a small team. Strong digital marketing knowledge, including paid social, PPC, SEO and display. Experience managing external marketing, PR and media agencies. Strong analytical skills and experience using Google Analytics and campaign reporting tools. Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills. Degree or CIM qualification in Marketing (or equivalent) is desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-known consumer brand in a broad marketing role where you'll take ownership of social media and influencer activity while supporting the wider marketing strategy and leading a small team. 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.

Our client is a leading global events business delivering high-profile conferences focused on innovation across the insurance and InsurTech sector. They are looking for a driven and ambitious Delegate Sales & VIP Executive to join their growing team. £33,000-£35,000 based on experience + OTE £50,000+South West London | HybridSector: B2B Events / Insurance & InsurTech This is a highly commercial, target-driven role focused on generating delegate revenue and securing senior VIP attendees across a portfolio of international events. The successful candidate will build relationships with senior stakeholders across insurers, MGAs, brokers and investors, using a consultative sales approach to demonstrate the value of attending the events. The Role Drive delegate sales revenue and secure high-quality VIP attendees across international events Conduct high-volume outbound sales activity across phone, email and LinkedIn Build and manage a strong pipeline of new and existing clients Develop relationships with senior decision-makers and key industry stakeholders Clearly communicate the value of attending events and being part of the wider industry network Identify new prospects, leads and emerging sectors to create additional sales opportunities Upsell additional delegate places to sponsors and exhibitors Work closely with Marketing, Conference Production and Audience teams to target the right audiences Achieve weekly and monthly outreach, revenue and VIP acquisition targets Keep up to date with industry developments and use market intelligence to identify new opportunities Maintain accurate CRM records, pipeline information and sales reporting Attend industry events, networking functions and VIP experiences, with some international travel required About YouOur client is looking for someone who is super driven, motivated and commercially focused, with a genuine hunger to build a career in events sales. Ideally, the successful candidate will have: 1+ years' sales experience within the events/conferences industry Experience in delegate sales, sponsorship, media sales or B2B sales A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets Strong outbound sales experience, particularly over the phone Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A proactive approach to lead generation and prospecting The ability to manage a high-volume sales pipeline and prioritise opportunities effectively Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to identify and close new opportunities Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce is desirable A resilient, competitive and target-driven approach Insurance or InsurTech experience is desirable but not essential. The Person This role would suit someone who is ambitious, competitive and highly motivated by hitting targets. They will be confident picking up the phone, comfortable working at pace and genuinely excited by the opportunity to build relationships with senior industry figures. Our client is looking for a self-starter who takes ownership, isn't afraid of high-volume outreach and is constantly looking for the next opportunity.In return, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international events business, work across established industry-leading conferences and develop within a highly commercial sales environment.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.

Our client is a leading events business delivering high-profile conferences across the life sciences sector, and they are looking for a driven and ambitious Concierge Manager to join their growing team. £33,000-£35,000 based on experience + OTE £50,000+ South West London | Hybrid Sector: B2B Events / Life Sciences The Concierge Manager will be responsible for managing a premium meeting service for key sponsors, connecting them with relevant senior decision-makers across biotech, pharma, healthcare, academia and investment. This is a highly relationship-focused and commercially driven role, combining sales, account management, research and event networking. The successful candidate will act as the main point of contact for sponsors, understanding their objectives and ensuring they are connected with the right people before and during the event. The Role Manage relationships with a portfolio of Gold and Platinum sponsors, acting as their key point of contact throughout the event cycle Onboard sponsors, understand their objectives and build targeted attendee wishlists Research relevant companies and senior decision-makers to identify strong potential matches Work closely with Audience Development and Sponsorship teams to source and engage target contacts Coordinate and book high-quality meetings between sponsors and relevant attendees Manage meeting schedules through the event networking platform, ensuring meetings are strategically planned around the conference agenda Support sponsors with additional meeting requests and introductions in the run-up to and during events Maintain accurate CRM and event data across Salesforce and internal systems Monitor meeting fulfilment and sponsor satisfaction, identifying opportunities to improve the service Build strong relationships that support sponsor retention, renewals and future upsell opportunities Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Audience Development and Operations teams About You Our client is looking for someone who is super driven, motivated and commercially minded, with strong relationship-building skills and a genuine passion for delivering an exceptional client experience.Ideally, the successful candidate will have: 1+ years' sales experience within the events/conferences industry Experience in B2B sales, account management, client services or relationship management A proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders and decision-makers Strong research and prospecting skills Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach Strong commercial awareness and a genuine desire to achieve targets Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Life sciences experience is desirable but not essential, our client is primarily looking for someone with strong events sales experience who is hungry to succeed. The Person This role would suit someone who is ambitious, highly organised and motivated by delivering results. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, building relationships with senior sponsors and taking ownership of the process from initial onboarding through to the event.They will be proactive, detail-focused and commercially aware, with the confidence to pick up the phone, chase opportunities and ensure sponsors receive the highest possible level of service. In return, this is a great opportunity to join a growing events business, work across established international conferences and develop within a highly commercial environment. 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.