Client Director - Branding and Design

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 Delegate Sales Executive to join their growing team. £33,000-£35,000 based on experience + OTE £50,000+ South West London | Hybrid Sector: B2B Events / Life Sciences This is a highly commercial, target-driven role focused on bringing senior decision-makers from biotech, pharma, healthcare, academia and investment organisations to their events. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and engaging relevant prospects, building a strong pipeline and converting them into high-value delegates. The RoleDrive delegate sales through proactive outbound activity across phone, email and LinkedInResearch and identify senior decision-makers across biotech, pharma, healthcare, academia and investmentBuild and manage a strong sales pipeline, ensuring targets are consistently achievedQualify prospects and convert them into confirmed event attendeesUse tools such as Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and Apollo to identify and engage new prospectsConduct market research to identify new companies, industry trends and commercial opportunitiesWork closely with the Sponsorship team to identify target companies and support sponsor campaignsCollaborate with Marketing and Conference Production to ensure the right audiences are being targetedBuild strong relationships with senior executives and key industry contactsMaintain accurate CRM records and reportingAbout You Our client is looking for someone who is super driven, motivated and commercially minded, with a genuine desire to build a successful career in sales. Ideally, the successful candidate will have:1+ years' sales experience within the events/conferences industryA proven track record of working towards and achieving sales targetsStrong outbound sales experience across phone, email and LinkedInExcellent research, prospecting and lead-generation skillsConfidence speaking with senior-level decision-makersExperience working with a CRM system such as SalesforceA highly proactive and resilient approach to salesExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsThe ability to work at pace, manage multiple campaigns and stay organisedLife sciences experience is desirable but not essential - the key requirement is someone with B2B/event sales experience who is hungry to succeed. The Person This role would suit someone who is ambitious, competitive and genuinely motivated by hitting targets. Our client is looking for someone who isn't afraid to pick up the phone, enjoys building relationships and is constantly looking for new opportunities. In return, this is a great opportunity to join a growing events business, work across established international conferences and develop within a highly commercial sales environment.Apply below today to progress 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 is working with an award-winning events and conference business to recruit a junior sales professional to join their delegate sales team.Hybrid | 4 days per week in South West London Up to £30,000 plus uncapped commissionFrench would be useful but is not essential.The OpportunityJoin our client, a leading producer of investment conferences focused on Africa's energy sector. With a strong reputation for delivering high-profile industry events, they also host targeted investment meetings across emerging markets with significant power generation potential, with recent events taking place across Europe, North America, Africa and Latin America.This is an excellent opportunity to work in one of the most exciting and fast-growing sectors in the world: the African power sector. You will be responsible for selling specific events across an established portfolio of conferences, building relationships with senior decision-makers and organisations across the energy industry.Reporting to the Group Director of Sales Performance, this is a phone-based sales role focused on establishing new and developing existing client relationships. The ideal candidate will be professional, commercially minded and confident, with a strong understanding of successful sales processes. They will be a self-starter, motivated by targets and committed to continually improving their performance. Key ResponsibilitiesSelling over the phone to existing and potential new clients to meet revenue targetsBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships through a consultative sales approachDemonstrating the value of attending conferences and eventsKeeping up to date with market developments and identifying new sales opportunitiesMaintaining high standards of customer careSupporting strategies and initiatives to drive the growth of the eventsLiaising with Marketing and Line Managers on enquiries, up selling, database updates, new business and group salesProducing reports and monitoring competitor activitySupporting the accounts team with timely customer paymentsKnowledge, Skills & BehavioursCommercially minded with strong market and product awarenessExcellent listening and communication skillsStrong organisation and time managementConfident, resilient and comfortable working under pressureCustomer-focused with strong problem-solving skillsAble to negotiate and build rapport effectivelyDriven, ambitious and confident in a sales environmentStrong objection-handling skills and the ability to build trust and credibilityTenacious, proactive and motivated to exceed targetsFlexible and willing to travel internationally when requiredFrench and/or Spanish language skills and an understanding of international business cultures would be advantageous 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 Recruitment are on the lookout for a Hotel Cultural Events Manager to join our clients growing hotel portfolio! £55,000 to £60,000 dependant on experienceCentral London Based | On Site | Full TimeMust have Hotel experience! About the CompanyOur client is a lifestyle hotel brand rooted in culture, community and connection. Their spaces are designed to bring people together, creating an environment for productive meetings, inspiring conversations and memorable experiences.The brand has a strong focus on design, drawing inspiration from the concept of magical realism. Each space combines the character of its surroundings with bold colours, materials, layouts and artwork sourced from the local area and around the world.Culture and creative expression are at the heart of the brand, with a strong focus on literature, journalism, knowledge-sharing and bringing people together through book launches, author events, readings and other cultural programming.While globally minded, the brand is deeply connected to the neighbourhoods it operates in, championing local teams, communities, creatives and partners.The RoleOur client is looking for a Cultural Events Manager to conceive, curate and deliver a calendar of arts, cultural and community programming that reflects the brand and strengthens its connection with the local community.This is a hands-on role sitting at the intersection of hospitality, arts, culture and brand storytelling, creating experiences that bring guests, local communities and creative talent together.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage a varied calendar of cultural events including artist talks, live music, film screenings, literary events, pop-ups and community gatherings.Identify and build relationships with local artists, galleries, cultural institutions, creative collectives, restaurants, bars and other creative partners.Create original programming that engages the local community and reflects the hotel's identity and sense of place.Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of events, managing logistics, suppliers, production, technical requirements, staffing and on-site operations.Manage event budgets, contracts and vendor relationships, ensuring events are delivered smoothly and to a high standard.Act as a cultural ambassador for the hotel, developing relationships across the local creative community and identifying opportunities for new partnerships and experiences.Work closely with the marketing team to promote events through social media, press, partnerships and other hotel channels.Collaborate with F&B, front-of-house and operations teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.Work closely with the hotel's third-party restaurant partner to create integrated cultural experiences, including themed dinners, chef collaborations, food and culture events and private event opportunities.Coordinate shared programming and promotional activity between the hotel and restaurant, identifying opportunities to cross-promote events and drive engagement and revenue.Gather guest feedback and use insights to continually develop and improve the programming offering.About You3-5 years' experience in event management, cultural programming, arts administration or a similar role, ideally within hospitality, lifestyle or a creative environment.Strong knowledge of the local arts, music and cultural scene, with an established network of relevant contacts.Proven experience managing multiple events from concept through to delivery.Strong project management, communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.Experience working with or alongside restaurant/F&B operations, with an understanding of partnerships and promotional opportunities.A genuine passion for culture, design, food and beverage and community engagement. Apply below 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.

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 | HybridB2B 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 RoleDrive delegate sales revenue and secure high-quality VIP attendees across international eventsConduct high-volume outbound sales activity across phone, email and LinkedInBuild and manage a strong pipeline of new and existing clientsDevelop relationships with senior decision-makers and key industry stakeholdersClearly communicate the value of attending events and being part of the wider industry networkIdentify new prospects, leads and emerging sectors to create additional sales opportunitiesUpsell additional delegate places to sponsors and exhibitorsWork closely with Marketing, Conference Production and Audience teams to target the right audiencesAchieve weekly and monthly outreach, revenue and VIP acquisition targetsKeep up to date with industry developments and use market intelligence to identify new opportunitiesMaintain accurate CRM records, pipeline information and sales reportingAttend industry events, networking functions and VIP experiences, with some international travel requiredAbout You Our 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 industryExperience in delegate sales, sponsorship, media sales or B2B salesA proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targetsStrong outbound sales experience, particularly over the phoneExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsA proactive approach to lead generation and prospectingThe ability to manage a high-volume sales pipeline and prioritise opportunities effectivelyStrong commercial awareness and the confidence to identify and close new opportunitiesExperience using CRM systems such as Salesforce is desirableA resilient, competitive and target-driven approachInsurance 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.

Senior Branding / Design Agency Experience EssentialLocation: London - office-basedWe're looking for an experienced Client Director with a strong background in branding, design or creative agencies to join a dynamic London Client Services team.This is a senior agency leadership role, not a generalist Client Director position. You'll need a strong understanding of strategic design and brand development, with experience leading complex creative programmes and building senior relationships with Brand and Marketing Directors.You'll own a portfolio of important client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic advisor while taking responsibility for the quality, commercial performance and growth of your accounts.The role includes:Leading client relationships end to end across strategy, delivery and commercial performance.Building long-term client development plans and identifying opportunities for organic growth.Owning account profitability, budgets and revenue forecasting, with confidence negotiating and scoping commercial proposals.Identifying and converting opportunities within existing accounts and leading small-to-medium new business initiatives.Presenting creative work with confidence, articulating the strategic rationale and guiding clients through key decisions.Partnering closely with Strategy, Creative, Resourcing and Production teams to shape briefs and challenge thinking.Leading complex, multi-market projects, with global brand redesign experience highly desirable.Line-managing and developing junior Client Services team members, providing guidance, feedback and support for their career development.We're looking for someone with gravitas and calm in a fast-paced agency environment. You'll be commercially astute, highly organised and confident navigating complex client relationships and large-scale projects.You'll bring strong emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. You'll be passionate about strategic design and able to bring sound judgement to complex brand and business challenges.You'll ideally have:A proven track record of organic client growth, developing projects into long-term, multi-workstream partnerships.Strong experience managing account P&L, including budget negotiation, profitability and revenue forecasting.Experience leading complex, multi-market creative projects.Credibility and experience building trusted relationships at Brand / Marketing Director level.A genuine interest in strategic design and the judgement to guide clients through it.Strong commercial instincts and exceptional attention to detail.Experience mentoring junior team members and building positive, high-performing teams.This is an opportunity to take ownership of significant client relationships and work on ambitious brand projects alongside a talented, collaborative team.The business is employee-owned, so everyone has a genuine stake in its success. It's a creative environment that values ambitious thinking, strong relationships and high-quality work.Please note: Significant experience within a branding, design or creative agency is essential. Generalist Client Director experience outside the creative sector is unlikely to be suitable for this role. 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.

London | 6-month Contract We're working with a leading global entertainment and streaming business who are looking for an Account Coordinator to join the team on an initial 6-month contract basis, supporting the delivery of advertising campaigns across both streaming and Live content. This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience in digital media, advertising or account coordination who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to gain exposure to a high-profile global advertising business. You'll support the Account Management team across the full campaign execution process, from pre-sale through to post-sale, with a particular focus on the operational side of Live advertising as well as day-to-day streaming campaigns. Key responsibilities Managing internal campaign intake and creative upload forms Coordinating Insertion Orders and uploading them into internal systems Raising and managing JIRA tickets with Ad Operations and external vendor teams Coordinating creative and asset collection, ensuring campaigns are ready for trafficking Identifying and escalating any campaign blockers or delays Supporting billing and reconciliation across Live and streaming campaigns Monitoring delivery issues and escalating concerns where required Supporting the Account Management team with reporting and campaign data About you We're looking for someone with: Around 3 years' experience in Account Coordination, Sales Planning, Account Management or similar within digital media/advertising Experience in video advertising would be highly desirable Exposure to Live advertising would be a bonus Experience using CRM, OMS and/or ad-serving platforms Working knowledge of Direct IO, Programmatic Guaranteed and PMP Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Previous client-facing experience The ability to manage multiple deadlines, campaigns and stakeholders Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills Good judgement, with the confidence to identify and escalate issues when needed The opportunity A strong opportunity to join a high-growth global advertising team, working across exciting digital and Live campaigns while gaining exposure to a complex, international media environment. 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.

Royalties Financial Analyst - Sports, Media & EntertainmentWe are working with a leading international business that is looking for a Royalties Financial Analyst to join its growing Finance team.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in royalties, licensing, accounting, or commercial finance who wants to develop their career in a fast-paced, international environment.You will play a key role in managing royalty reporting, financial analysis, client reporting and accounting processes, working closely with internal commercial teams, licensees, clients and other stakeholders.The role offers excellent exposure to international clients, licensing agreements, royalty calculations and commercial finance, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers while also building strong business relationships.Royalty & Client ReportingCollect and process royalty statements and sales projections from licensees.Review royalty information to ensure calculations are accurate and complete.Raise and issue accurate royalty invoices to licensees.Prepare client remittances and payments, ensuring they are accurate and delivered within agreed deadlines.Monitor royalty receivables and work closely with Credit Control and Commercial teams to support timely collection.Assist with queries from clients, licensees, auditors, and internal stakeholders.Review licensing agreements and interpret contractual terms to ensure financial reporting and royalty calculations are correct.Provide supporting analysis and calculation breakdowns where required.Financial AccountingProcess supplier invoices and work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment.Assist with month-end close, including revenue and cost accruals, bad debt provisions, and write-offs.Perform General Ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.Assist with monthly management reporting, including cost of sales, G&A, reserves and revenue variance analysis.Investigate discrepancies and provide clear explanations to relevant stakeholders.Financial AnalysisAssist with the preparation of quarterly royalty forecasts and projections.Analyse royalty income, revenue trends and client performance.Provide financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities within royalty data.Support the wider Finance team with ad-hoc reporting and analysis.Look for opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting.Team & Stakeholder ManagementBuild strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and international licensees.Provide finance support across the wider business as required.Provide cover for other members of the Finance team during periods of absence.Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.We are looking for someone who is analytical, commercially minded and highly detail-oriented, with a genuine interest in developing their finance career.Ideally, you will have:Part-qualified accountancy qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or ACA, or equivalent relevant experience.A degree or equivalent qualification.Previous experience within royalties, licensing, accounting, commercial finance, or financial analysis.An understanding of how contractual terms can impact financial calculations and reporting.Experience across areas such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger or Finance Business Partnering.Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIF/SUMIFS and Pivot Tables.Excellent numerical and analytical skills.Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to financial data.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively.A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.Why This Role?This is a great opportunity to join a high-profile international business within the sports, media, entertainment, and brand licensing sector.For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to develop from a strong accounting or analytical foundation into a broader commercial finance career within the sports and entertainment industry. Full study is on offer (ACCA/CIMA)Location: LondonWorking pattern: Office-based 4 days per weekIf you are an ambitious finance professional who enjoys working with numbers, analysing financial information and working with clients and commercial teams, this could be an excellent next step in your career. 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.