Event Director

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Finance Manager to join a leading international live entertainment business, working across theatre productions and the wider entertainment sector.Reporting to the Head of Production Finance, you'll lead a team of four, overseeing the delivery of accurate weekly production accounts, monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasts. You'll work closely with production teams and senior finance stakeholders to monitor show profitability, support budgeting and reforecasting, and provide insight into financial performance. Key responsibilities include:Leading and developing a team of production accountants.Overseeing production accounts, management reporting and cash flow forecasting.Managing statutory accounts, tax compliance and Theatre Tax Relief.Supporting annual audits and advising on technical accounting matters.Driving process improvements and ensuring effective financial controls. About you:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.Experience in production finance within the theatre or entertainment sector.Strong knowledge of production accounting, taxation and statutory reporting.Proven team management skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.A proactive approach to improving processes and building stakeholder relationships. 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 time Requirements: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.

Finance Business Partner - Revenue | London | Hybrid (4 days in office)Handle are working with a rapidly growing media and investment brand who are looking for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner.This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional finance and play a genuine role in driving revenue growth, influencing commercial decisions and shaping business performance.The roleWorking closely with the Director of Finance and senior commercial stakeholders, you'll turn financial data into actionable insight, helping the business identify opportunities, improve profitability and make better decisions.Key responsibilities include:Owning revenue forecasting, budgeting and performance analysis across multiple brands and revenue streams.Managing creator and brand P&Ls, delivering clear reporting and commercial recommendations.Partnering with Sales and Commercial teams to improve pipeline forecasting, pricing and deal profitability.Building financial models and business cases for new revenue streams and growth initiatives.Supporting the design and optimisation of sales commission structures and targets.Improving reporting and finance processes through automation, AI and smarter tools. What I'm looking forACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.0-2 years' post-qualification experience.Experience in commercial finance or partnering with revenue-generating teams.Strong financial modelling skills and advanced Excel/Google Sheets capability.A commercially curious, analytical and proactive mindset.Someone confident challenging stakeholders, communicating complex numbers simply and turning insight into action. Experience in media, digital, agencies, start-ups or other high-growth environments would be particularly relevant.Why consider it?You'll join an ambitious, fast-moving business where finance has a direct impact on commercial strategy and growth. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to influence decisions, build relationships across the business and see the tangible impact of their work. 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.

Currently working with a high-profile, talent-led food, lifestyle, & entertainment brand, seeking an experienced Social Media Manager to take ownership of their social media channels and creative content strategy.This is an exciting opportunity for a highly creative & commercially minded social media professional to work closely with a well-known public figure, shaping and delivering engaging social content across a portfolio of major platforms. This role will suit someone who combines strong creative instincts with excellent account management and project delivery skills, and who is confident building trusted relationships with talent and senior stakeholders.Please note, this is an initial 12 month FTC with potential to develop into a permanent position. This role will also involve occasional travel to Essex.Key Responsibilities:Build a strong, trusted working relationship with talent, developing a deep understanding of their tone of voice, creative instincts, and wider brand imageDevelop, pitch, and deliver original social-first content ideas across lifestyle, entertainment, social impact campaigns, productions, and brand activityTake ownership of the day-to-day management of multiple social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and PinterestLead the social content calendar, balancing planned campaigns, commercial partnerships, productions, and reactive opportunitiesAttend shoots and key events to plan, direct, and capture engaging, platform-native contentGet hands-on with content creation, including copywriting, photography, short-form video, and live or reactive contentOversee content scheduling, publishing and optimisation, ensuring all output is tailored to the relevant platform and audienceWork closely with PR, Communications, Production, Brand, Publishing and Partnerships teams to identify and maximise content opportunitiesOversee community engagement and moderation, identifying opportunities to build audience connection and escalating sensitive issues where necessaryMonitor channel performance, using analytics, audience insights, and platform trends to inform future content strategy and improve engagementKey Requirements:5 + years' experience managing high-profile social media channels within a talent-led, lifestyle, food, entertainment, media or agency environmentExperience working directly with talent, public figures or senior creative stakeholders, with the confidence and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationshipsA highly creative thinker with a strong understanding of social-first storytelling and the ability to develop ideas that resonate with audiencesHands-on content creation skills, particularly in copywriting, photography and short-form video (video editing experience is advantageous but not essential)Confident using social media analytics and management tools, with the ability to translate performance data into actionable recommendationsA strong understanding of trends, cultural moments and online communities, with the judgement to identify what is relevant for the brand 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 Event Coordinator - International Live EventsMy client is an international live events company delivering some of the most talked-about shows across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, South Africa, the USA and Canada. With a portfolio of established live brands and ambitious plans for global growth, the business is looking for Senior Event Coordinators to take ownership of their own portfolio of events.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who lives and breathes music, nightlife and live events, with the chance to develop new concepts, grow existing brands and take successful events into new markets.In this role, you will:Develop commercially viable event concepts and manage a portfolio of events from concept through to delivery.Build budgets, projections and performance forecasts, taking ownership of results.Negotiate and book venues, performers, suppliers and event partners.Work closely with marketing, creative, entertainment and operations teams to launch events and drive ticket sales.Manage sales performance, review results and identify opportunities to improve campaigns.Oversee event advancing, logistics, staffing and stakeholder communications.Scale successful brands through repeat dates, additional shows and expansion into new cities.Identify new concepts, partnerships and market opportunities while building relationships across the industry.To be successful, you will need:Proven experience delivering live events from concept to completion.Strong knowledge of music, nightlife, festivals and the wider live events industry.Commercial awareness, with experience in budgeting, forecasting and monitoring sales performance.Strong technical knowledge of venues, alongside experience negotiating contracts and managing event logistics.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across venues, talent, suppliers and internal teams.Outstanding organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work independently.Experience growing or scaling event brands, tours or entertainment concepts.The setupThis is a fully office-based, Monday-Friday role in London, with flexibility required around event launches, schedules and international time zones. Occasional international travel will be part of the role.Why join?You'll have the opportunity to take real ownership of an international event portfolio, launch new concepts and scale successful brands across global markets, working alongside a talented team spanning events, marketing, creative, entertainment, customer service, finance and operations.To discuss this opportunity in more detail, hit apply or send me a message. 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 Paid Marketing Manager - Music & Live EventsMy client is an international live events company delivering some of the most talked-about shows across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, South Africa, the USA and Canada.With a portfolio of viral event concepts and ambitious plans for global growth, they're looking for a Senior Paid Marketing Manager to take ownership of paid advertising across their international brands.This is a hands-on leadership role for a true paid media specialist who knows how to turn viral content into ticket sales at scale, across multiple cities and markets.In this role, you will:Own paid advertising across Meta, TikTok and Google, from campaign strategy and setup through to optimisation, testing and reporting.Plan and launch campaigns for new event concepts, tours and brand rollouts across international markets.Drive ticket sales by scaling campaigns based on performance, ROAS and CPA.Lead Google Ads strategy, working closely with the in-house SEA specialist.Manage, mentor and develop two junior members of the paid marketing team.Collaborate with creative and design teams to develop high-performing ad content and refine campaigns based on results.Run creative and audience testing across multiple event brands.Manage paid budgets across campaigns, brands and territories.Ensure tracking and attribution are set up correctly across advertising platforms and ticketing partners.Work with the external SEO partner to align paid and organic search activity.Report on performance to the Head of Marketing and Directors, providing clear recommendations on future investment.Stay ahead of platform developments, trends and best practice across Meta, TikTok and Google.To be successful, you will need:Essential: Proven experience running paid marketing campaigns for music and experiential events.At least five years' experience in paid social or performance marketing, with a track record of driving ticket sales at scale.Expert, hands-on knowledge of Meta Ads Manager, with the ability to manage campaigns end to end.Strong practical experience with TikTok Ads Manager and a solid understanding of Google Ads.Experience managing budgets across multiple brands, campaigns and international markets.A strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret performance data and make confident, commercially informed decisions.Experience briefing creative teams and understanding how content influences paid performance.The ability to identify high-potential viral and short-form content and use paid media to maximise its impact.Experience training and developing junior team members.Excellent organisation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.A genuine passion for music, live events, experiential marketing and nightlife.Nice-to-haves include:Hands-on experience with Google Search, YouTube and Performance Max campaigns.Experience running paid campaigns across multiple international markets.A working knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics, tracking and attribution tools.Experience building or scaling a paid marketing team.The setup📍 Oval, London | Office-based💼 Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm💰 Salary negotiableThis is a fully office-based position, with no hybrid or remote working.Why join?You'll have real ownership of paid marketing across a growing portfolio of international event brands, the opportunity to lead and develop a team, and the chance to drive ticket sales for some of the world's most exciting live events.To discuss this opportunity in more detail, hit apply or send me a message. 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 aspiring B2B sales and business development professionals looking to build their career to join a global and well-recognised media brand, focusing on the events and conferences division of the business.*This is a contract until February 2027 with potential to extend. Working hours will be 7am - 3pm Monday - Friday. Hybrid working in Central London, pay rate up to £15ph dependent on experience + opportunity to earn commission*This is a brilliant opportunity for someone in the early stages of their sales career to gain hands-on experience with an established company and work in a fast-paced, commercial environment.What you'll be doing:Reaching out to prospective delegates and communicating the value of attending key industry events.Using outbound calls and LinkedIn to generate leads and secure registrations.Building lasting relationships that keep clients coming back year after year.Meeting and exceeding revenue targets with the support of a collaborative team.Researching your sector to understand key trends and client needs.Ensuring the relevant audiences are represented at each event.To be successful in this role you will have:Exposure to working in a B2B sales role.Ambition to build a career in sales & business development.Confidence in making outbound calls to senior clients and working to targets.Research skills and a knack for uncovering new opportunities.Eagerness to learn new skills from managers and experienced team members.Availability for early morning start time.If you're looking for a role where you can build your skills, gain valuable experience, and be part of a supportive and high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now for a further conversation!Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.