Artist & Label Acquisitions Manager - Music

Handle has partnered with a highly established London based Music and Entertainment company operating at the heart of the global music industry to find a Key Account Manager. The RoleThis Account Manager opening is a data-led and relationship-led commercial role in equal measure, with a strong focus on major music accounts.The successful account manager will take ownership of key partner relationships, building trusted partnerships while using data, insight and commercial understanding to identify opportunities and support account performance. The role brings together physical product, D2C, licensing, royalties, data and account management, so you'll need to have a genuine passion for physical music and D2C, while being equally comfortable working across the detail and the bigger commercial picture.The PersonWe're looking for someone who combines strong analytical and commercial capability with exceptional relationship-building skills, and who genuinely understands and enjoys physical music and D2C.You'll bring:A genuine passion for physical product and D2C, with a strong understanding of how products, customers, sales and commercial performance come together.Strong key account management and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders across major music companies and adapt your communication style to different audiences.Excellent Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and present clear, commercially relevant insight confidentially to internal and external stakeholders at all levels.Good knowledge of music licensing, royalties and rights, alongside hands-on experience with Salesforce and CRM systems.A positive, proactive and commercially minded approach, with genuine enthusiasm for the music industry and a willingness to build relationships through client visits, meetings and key industry events.Suited to Someone Who...Is equally energised by people and data.You'll enjoy getting under the skin of the numbers, understanding what they are telling you and using that insight to have better, more commercially meaningful conversations with customers and colleagues.You'll be equally comfortable analysing a spreadsheet, presenting insight to senior stakeholders, visiting a client or representing the business at an industry event.Most importantly, you'll be someone who builds trust, communicates with confidence, thinks commercially and has a genuine passion for physical music and D2C.Further company and role details will be shared with shortlisted candidates. 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 is partnering with a leading London based music organisation to find a commercial and data driven Sales Campaign Manager to join a successful sales team at the heart of the music industry.The RoleDevelop and run multi-channel sales campaigns to generate new business and grow licensing revenues.Research sectors and markets to identify new opportunities, prospects and revenue growth.Use CRM, data and performance metrics to manage the sales pipeline, measure conversion and demonstrate campaign ROI.Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Commercial Development and specialist licensing teams, while managing and developing a Campaign Executive.The PersonExperienced in delivering and exceeding sales, revenue or commercial KPIs.Experienced in developing and delivering targeted, multi-channel sales or business development campaigns.Highly analytical, commercially minded and confident using CRM platforms such as Salesforce.An excellent communicator and relationship builder who can influence stakeholders and present confidently to senior leadership.Will Suit Someone WhoEnjoys turning market insight and data into practical campaigns that generate measurable commercial results.Is naturally proactive, target-driven and comfortable working in a busy, changing environment.Can combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to sales, pipeline development and campaign execution.Has experience in music, media, entertainment, publishing, with an understanding of music rights/licensing being highly desirable.If this sounds like you, and you're interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit your application and we'll be in touch. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

HR Business Partner | £75-80k | Central London | 3 days office, 2 from homeHandle are partnering with a growing international creative business to find an experienced, commercial People Partner to join a new and evolving People function.This is a broad generalist, relationship-focused role working closely with senior leaders across a varied client group. You'll take ownership of your own business areas across the UK and EMEA, getting under the skin of how they operate and helping leaders navigate everything from growth and organisational change through to performance, talent, culture and more complex people challenges.It's an environment with lots of challenging personalities and varied business needs, so we're looking for someone who is commercial, emotionally intelligent and confident building credibility with senior stakeholders. You'll need to be comfortable coaching and challenging leaders, navigating ambiguity and bringing good judgement rather than simply relying on process. You'll be someone who builds relationships intentionally and can take leaders on a journey, influencing and managing upwards.You'll also need a solid generalist foundation and be confident with the more hands-on side of the role when needed, including complex ER and change. This could be a great move for an established People/HR Business Partner from creative, media, retail, advertising (or another fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment) who enjoys complexity and wants autonomy, while still being part of a supportive and experienced People team.If this sounds like you, 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.

Head of HR | Creative industry | £95/100k | Hybrid 3 office, 2 homeHandle are working with a well-known consumer-facing business to find a Head of HR to lead the People agenda across one of its most exciting business areas.The business is going through a period of growth and transformation and is looking for an HR leader who can help drive change and play a key role in this next phase.Managing a small team of People Partners and working within a COE structure, this is a strategic business partnering role with a big relationship management focus. You'll work closely with Exec and senior leadership stakeholders, getting under the skin of the organisation and translating business ambitions into an impactful People plan.It's a broad remit spanning organisation design, talent, culture, performance, change and complex ER. It's a role where you can have real influence, but you'll also need to be happy getting stuck into the more operational side when needed. We're looking for someone who is naturally connected to the commercial side of a business, curious about how it performs, grows and makes money. You'll be someone who builds strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and has the confidence to challenge thinking and act as a critical friend.You'll have a senior-level HR generalist skillset, but personality and approach will matter just as much if not more. Credible, confident and resilient, but also collaborative and low ego. They're less interested in whether you've worked in an identical sector and much more interested in how you partner, how you build trust and the commercial impact you've had.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you - 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.

Handle Recruitment are seeking candidates experienced in working with data and passionate about events, marketing, advertising or other areas of media and creativity to join an international festival of creativity in the run up to the 2027 event. The festival is highly reputable and widely regarded as the Oscars of the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world so is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative industries!*This is a temporary contract role to start in January 2027 until May/June 2027. Pay is £14.80ph with hybrid working in London*As the Business Operations Executive your responsibilities will include:Assisting the Awards Ops Executive in maintaining the team's performance dashboard using data lead generation and engagement, account engagement and query handlingAssist in identifying and communicating bugs with systems to developers.Fully embracing and learning about the technology that will set the team up for successBecoming an expert on the entry system, website and downloadable documents to be able to assist the Awards Ops Executive in creating reportsAssisting in maintaining each festivals' worksheet by updating data for paid and pending numbers, daily leads, sorting and filtering of queries to identify new business leads, verification of leadsPotential: On-site logistics and events work for Awards related tasks.To be successful in the role you will have:Experience in operations, administration or data management. Particularly the use of Microsoft Office including v-lookups and pivot tables. Experience processing large quantities of data, verifying information and updating document formats. A passion or active interest in creative areas such as marketing, advertising, media or eventsAvailability to begin a temporary role in January and to work full-time hours, with the potential of travelling internationally in JuneAdditional languages beneficial but not necessaryPlease apply now for a further conversation! 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 seeking candidates experienced in working with data and passionate about events, marketing, advertising or other areas of media and creativity to join an international festival of creativity in the run up to the 2027 event. The festival is highly reputable and widely regarded as the Oscars of the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world so is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative industries!*This is a temporary contract role to start in January 2027 until May/June 2027. Pay is £14.80ph with hybrid working in London*As the Business Operations Executive your responsibilities will include:Assisting the Awards Ops Executive in maintaining the team's performance dashboard using data lead generation and engagement, account engagement and query handlingAssist in identifying and communicating bugs with systems to developers.Fully embracing and learning about the technology that will set the team up for successBecoming an expert on the entry system, website and downloadable documents to be able to assist the Awards Ops Executive in creating reportsAssisting in maintaining each festivals' worksheet by updating data for paid and pending numbers, daily leads, sorting and filtering of queries to identify new business leads, verification of leadsPotential: On-site logistics and events work for Awards related tasks.To be successful in the role you will have:Experience in operations, administration or data management. Particularly the use of Microsoft Office including v-lookups and pivot tables. Experience processing large quantities of data, verifying information and updating document formats. A passion or active interest in creative areas such as marketing, advertising, media or eventsAvailability to begin a temporary role in January and to work full-time hours, with the potential of travelling internationally in JuneAdditional languages beneficial but not necessaryPlease apply now for a further conversation! 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 seeking candidates who are passionate about events, marketing, advertising or other areas of media and creativity to join an international festival of creativity in the run up to the 2027 event. The festival is highly reputable and widely regarded in the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world so this is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative industries!*This is a temporary contract role to start in January 2027 until May/June 2027. Pay is £14.80ph with hybrid working in London*As the Customer Engagement or Customer Service Associate your responsibilities will include:Be the first point of call for the agencies and companies entering work for the awardsTake on a customer centric approach using telemarketing skills to contact existing and new customers from the creative communications field i.e. mainly advertising/ PR / media agencies and production companiesGenerate entries for the festival by helping customers understand the Awards structure, rules and entry processBecome an expert on the entry system, website and downloadable documents to be able to assist customers with general and specific queriesInform customers of new initiatives within the Awards and encouraging entrants to begin the entry process as the deadline approachesRegular meetings with your team and manager to report on progress and feedback informationAssist the Awards team in tasks and client relations associated with withdrawals and entry changesPotential - On-site customer service for Award winning delegates and attendees of the awards ceremoniesPotential - On-site logistics and events work for Awards related tasksTo be successful in the role you will have:Customer engagement experience in areas such as telemarketing, market research or client servicesA passion or active interest in creative areas such as marketing, advertising, media or eventsAvailability to begin a temporary role in January and to work full-time hours, with the potential of travelling internationally in JuneAdditional languages beneficial but not necessary Please apply now for a further conversation! 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.