Brand Partnership Manager - Digital Media Sales

Handle Recruitment is seeking a Brand Partnerships Manager to join a growing luxury media brand! This role offers the chance to develop innovative digital media partnerships within a growing and vibrant business. You'll be instrumental in driving new business, building strong client relationships, and creating creative media solutions for leading consumer brands.In this role you will:Prospect and approach new brands and media agencies to generate partnershipsSell integrated digital campaigns across content, display, social, and newslettersManage the full sales cycle from initial contact to closing dealsDevelop and nurture relationships with clients and agency contactsCollaborate with creative and editorial teams to deliver impactful campaignsTo be successful you will have:Experience in media sales or a relevant commercial environmentA proven track record of generating new business and hitting revenue targetsSolid understanding of digital media solutions such as branded content and social campaignsStrong prospecting, negotiation, and closing skillsConfidence managing multiple opportunities and working proactively with clientsPlease 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.

An international entertainment company are seeking a Senior Finance Assistant on an initial 12-month contract. Working as part of a small, close-knit team during a period of system and process development, the role will report to the Finance Manager and have a strong focus on purchase ledger, banking and royalties, alongside broader month-end and finance support.Responsibilities:Process supplier invoices, staff expenses and credit cardsRaise payments and manage weekly bank reconciliationsProduce weekly cash reporting internally and monthly reporting to FranceRaise sales and royalty receivable invoicesPrepare monthly aged debtor reportsAssist with development reporting and month-end closePost journals and complete ledger tasks accurately and on timeRequirements:Previous royalties reporting experience / entertainment finance experienceStrong MS Office / Excel skills; Sun Systems knowledge advantageousStudying towards or completed AAT, ACCA or CIMAComfortable working in a small, hands-on finance team with exposure across different areas of the function Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're looking for a commercially minded Growth Marketing Specialist to help drive marketing activity across a global portfolio of media and awards programmes.This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys combining creative ideas with data-led marketing to build awareness, reach new audiences and generate business growth.Working closely with the wider team and SEO specialists, you'll deliver campaigns across digital, email, social and other relevant channels, using insights and performance data to continually improve results.The Role:Deliver marketing campaigns that support audience growth, lead generation and commercial objectives.Manage email campaigns, audience segmentation and marketing journeys.Support website content, SEO activity and conversion improvements.Plan and deliver campaigns across LinkedIn and other digital channels.Develop partnerships to extend brand awareness and audience reach.Monitor campaign performance and use data to improve results.Contribute ideas to strengthen the brand and identify new growth opportunities Who we are looking for:You'll have at least three years' B2B marketing experience, ideally within media, advertising, events or technology.You'll be commercially curious, proactive and comfortable taking ownership in a small team. You can think creatively but are equally happy getting into the detail and making things happen.You'll bring:Experience delivering measurable marketing campaigns.A good understanding of digital marketing, email and audience segmentation.Experience with LinkedIn, CRM and marketing analytics tools.Strong copywriting and communication skills.A data-led approach to testing and improving campaigns.Photo and video editing skills would be a bonus. 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 are looking for an experienced Senior Visual Creative / Concept Artist / Designer to work closely with an established artist and lead the creative development and execution of their artistic practice and wider creative ventures.The role is highly multidisciplinary, spanning artwork, design, film, exhibitions, publications, products, objects, events, spatial experiences and visual identity. Working closely with the artist, you will develop ideas and translate an evolving artistic vision into fully realised creative projects, from initial concept through to final execution.This is a senior, hands-on position for someone who can move between big creative ideas and the detail of making them happen. You will be expected to generate and develop visual ideas, sketch and communicate concepts, create visualisations and renders, oversee 2D and 3D assets, and help take ambitious ideas through to production.A particularly important part of the role is strong drawing and sketching ability. The successful candidate should be able to quickly explore and communicate ideas visually, using drawing as an active part of the creative process. This is a key requirement and will be an important part of the portfolio assessment.The role also involves bringing structure, clarity and organisation to a highly intuitive and evolving creative environment, while maintaining the spontaneity and experimentation of the work.You will:Develop ideas from initial conversations, references and sketches through to fully realised projects.Generate and develop strong visual concepts and creative directions.Use drawing and sketching to explore and communicate ideas and details.Create concept artwork, visualisations, moodboards, presentations and visual renders.Lead multidisciplinary projects across artwork, exhibitions, spatial experiences, film, publications, visual identity, events, editions, products and merchandise.Work confidently across 2D and 3D, including graphic, spatial, physical and moving-image projects.Oversee physical objects and products, including sculpture, furniture, jewellery, homewares, editions and prints.Oversee 3D assets, working with 3D artists and external specialists where required.Support film and moving-image development through visual research, storyboarding and visual experimentation.Develop and maintain a coherent visual identity across the wider practice.Move comfortably between concept development, visual design, art direction and production.You will also lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of permanent staff and freelancers, providing creative direction while remaining hands-on.This will include:Managing workloads, delegation, feedback and creative development.Acting as the key creative link between the artist, creative team and production teams.Briefing and coordinating external designers, fabricators, manufacturers, printers and other specialists.Overseeing creative workflow, deliverables and quality.Supporting the development of the creative team and freelance network.A key part of the role is bringing structure and organisation to a fast-moving creative environment. You will:Turn evolving ideas into clear briefs, priorities and next steps.Create timelines and manage workflow across multiple projects.Manage competing priorities and keep projects moving.Oversee projects from creative development through production and final delivery.Maintain organised project files, archives, references and creative assets.Anticipate challenges and find practical, creative solutions.Remain calm, proactive and adaptable when priorities shift or deadlines are tight.You will oversee the transition from creative development into production, working with fabricators, manufacturers, printers, suppliers and production teams. You should have a good understanding of materials, fabrication methods and technical requirements, and be able to balance creative ambition with practical and budgetary considerations.We are looking for someone with significant experience across art and design, rather than a purely commercial or advertising background.You will ideally have:A strong background in contemporary art, design, architecture, fashion, film, spatial or exhibition design, cultural projects or multidisciplinary creative studios.A substantial portfolio demonstrating strong visual and conceptual work.Excellent drawing and sketching skills, particularly when developing initial creative ideas.A strong visual imagination and the ability to turn loose ideas or references into compelling concepts.Experience creating concept artwork, visualisations, renders, moodboards and presentations.Experience taking ambitious creative ideas through to physical or final realisation.Strong 2D and 3D visual understanding, including experience overseeing 3D assets.Fluency in key creative software.Experience managing creative teams, freelancers and external collaborators.Excellent organisational and project management skills, including timelines, workflow and prioritisation.Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of execution.The ability to work closely with an artist or creative founder and interpret an evolving creative vision.A calm, practical and solutions-oriented approach.A hands-on attitude and the confidence to make, develop and refine work yourself.The successful candidate will be equally comfortable discussing an idea with an artist, picking up a pencil to sketch it, developing a visual direction, creating a render, briefing a designer or fabricator, reviewing a prototype, solving a production problem and managing the next stage of the project.The role requires calm, precision, creativity and quick thinking, with the ability to adapt as ideas develop and priorities shift.Above all, we are looking for someone who can see an idea, draw it, develop it, visualise it, communicate it and help make it real.The role is predominantly studio-based in London, with some travel depending on the needs of the work.Bonus: Mandarin speaking would be highly advantageous.Start date: ASAP 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 are currently partnering with a leading international auction house to appoint a Principal Product Designer to help shape the next generation of its digital client experience.This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on product design with the leadership of a small team of three designers, helping modernise digital experiences for a premium global brand.The roleOwn end-to-end customer journeys across web and mobile, from discovery and registration through to bidding, payment and post-sale.Lead, mentor and prioritise the work of a team of three designers.Set design direction while remaining hands-on with concepts, prototypes, interfaces and the evolution of the design system.Partner closely with Product, Engineering and commercial stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital experiences.Use customer research, behavioural data and AI tools to improve products, accelerate design and explore new AI-enabled experiences.Help improve collaboration and delivery across Design, Product and Engineering. About youProven experience designing and delivering customer-facing digital products across web and mobile.A strong portfolio showcasing excellent UX/UI craft and end-to-end product thinking.Experience leading, mentoring or managing designers and prioritising multiple initiatives.Confident collaborating with Product and Engineering and influencing senior stakeholders.Comfortable using AI tools in your design workflow and curious about emerging technologies.A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach, balancing design quality with commercial priorities and deadlines. Experience in luxury, marketplaces, e-commerce or transactional products would be advantageous, but isn't essential.The opportunityContract: 12-month fixed-term contractLocation: London, with remote working and regular in-person collaboration If you're a hands-on design leader who enjoys solving complex customer problems, shaping digital strategy and helping a team deliver exceptional work, I'd love to hear from you.Please get in touch for a confidential conversation and share a link to your portfolio to find out more. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A high growth sports business with big plans for 2027, are looking to bring an Inhouse Recruiter to their team to help build the talent function from the ground up.What you'll do:Headhunt and engage talent through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals and industry networks, mapping markets across the UK, Europe and USBuild pipelines and a global talent network, reducing reliance on agenciesCoordinate hiring end to end, from screening and interviews to offers, with a brilliant candidate experienceHelp set up and optimise a new ATS and recruitment toolsShape the employer brand and own the internship programmeYou'll need:Some experinece within recruitment, either inhouse or agency side. Experiece in sales, research or another people-facing role, with a genuine interest in a Talent career could also work!A proactive, curious attitude, be able to take initiative without waiting for directionStrong organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple processes across locations and time zonesA "no job is too small" attitude and an appetite for building in a scaling environmentIf you are interested to hear more, 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.

A global tech brand are bringing a Tech Recruiter to their team to hire best-in-class talent across EMEA, with a focus on Software Engineering roles.What you'll do:Own the full hiring lifecycle, from taking brief and building an inclusive assessment plan to finding and engaging talent and closing the offer, including competitive compensation packagesAct as a true business partner, challenging, influencing and adding value at every stage of the processBuild talent attraction strategies for highly specialised rolesInterview candidates, share insights and use data to steer your projectsYou'll need:Proven in-house recruiting experience, ideally with agency experience tooTechnology sector hiring experience (a must)Software Engineering hiring experience, broad or specialistThe confidence to challenge and influence hiring managersThe role is based in London, 3 days a week on site and paid as a contractor at £345 per day.Please apply now to find out more.Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.