Operations Manager - Agency

Operations and Accounting Manager - Talent Agency

Competitive Salary

ASAP Start

Handle recruitment is working with a forward thinking, innovative modelling agency to source and Operations and Accounting Manager.

Our client are leading the way when it comes to representing new talent and they are looking for a skilled individual who is hard working, diligent and passionate about their work to join their small team. Our client is looking for both a natural leader & a team player with a positive 'can-do' attitude, the ideal candidate will be committed, a fantastic communicator, meticulously detail orientated and have exceptional accounting & HR skills.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Analysing and improving organisational processes and admin systems to support in the company's rapidly expanding domestic and international business.
• Managing day to day bookkeeping & accounting processes using MediaSlide Booking software and working with an external Accounting Management team
• Managing & document Tier 5 Visas thoroughly and attentively
• Supporting clients in efficient accounting management
• Managing & operating all HR systems within the agency team to ensure smooth running of operations, employing in house systems or working with an external HR software
• Ensuring that communication between departments is ongoing and utilised to maintain an environment of continuous improvement
• Providing leadership support to teams and motivating staff to achieve goals
• Undertaking, or externally sourcing, training for the wider team
• Leading on new staff sourcing & recruitment for the business
• Assisting the Managing Directors in forecasting & strategy planning

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience in an Operations Manager or equivalent senior role. Ideally this role would be within the within a creative market
• The ability to spot opportunities whilst also managing reputational and commercial risk
• Experience analysing, creating and improving organisation processes and administration systems in a small company or start up
• Solid Bookkeeping & Accounting experience for a small to medium sized, fast paced business
• Previous experience with HR Management, team leading and working with HR software necessary
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience creating and managing budgets and dealing with contracts and contract terms

This is an amazing opportunity to join a passionate, dedicated team. Immediate interview for successful candidates, please email hannah.johnstone@handle.co.uk with a CV.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days of sending your CV then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for the position you have applied for.