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Group Financial Controller - Media
West London, London
£90000.00 - £100000 per annum + Generousn Benefits
Permanent
Handle Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for a Group Financial Controller to assist in overseeing the finance function for a leading Media and Entertainment Company.This broad and progressive position will not only be responsible for supporting the European functions. Assisting the COO, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day activities of the team.Being a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and having experience within an Entertainment or Media business you will be experienced in consolidations accounting, inter-company transactions and will have had strong exposure to working in a controls-based environment. Skilled in team management and people development this role will provide accounting exposure across all the business units and be responsible for:Reporting and Controlling:Collation and analysis of the group consolidated reportsGroup P&L and balance sheet - management and statutoryGroup budget and forecasts, Group cash flow reporting and forecastsOversee client reporting; producing reports/brand analysis & client projectionsEnsure effective reporting to senior managementProviding analysis to support results and business decisionsPreparation of the monthly management accounts for group functionsPreparation, and review of statutory group accounting, audit, and taxProducing of balances, monthly closings, reporting, forecasting, and budgetingAd-hoc analysis as requires Operational:Team management and continual team developmentOversee routine meetings with Department Heads/Finance ManagersKey point of contact for Department Heads and ManagersContinual process improvement Ensuring that deals and sales are tracked appropriately.Liaising with the Business Affairs team as requiredSupporting the team to provide answers to ad hoc queries across the business.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of accounting in a UK GAAP environment, group consolidations, and taxation. Being adaptable and proactive the candidate required will possess a commercially and forward thinking mind set to add to the technical and controls based expertise. You will be adaptable, flexible and possess strong communications skills. Entertainment/Media sector experience is essential!Working closely with senior figures within the business the position is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of a company currently leading the way in its market.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.
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1 day ago
Account Director - Content Agency
London
£40,000 - £60,000 per annum + (plus commission)
Permanent
We're working with a well-established video production agency that is looking to hire an experienced Account Director as the business continues to grow. The agency works with a range of well-known brands and creative agencies, producing content across social campaigns, TV commercials, digital films, branded content, OOH and key visuals. Based in Central London, the team delivers projects both in the UK and internationally. This is a hybrid role, with four days a week in the office, so applicants should be able to commute into Central London. This is a commercially focused role with responsibility for developing new business and managing client relationships. You'll have the opportunity to focus on a sector that fits your experience or network, whether that's fashion, gaming, fintech or another market where you can identify opportunities. Alongside building new relationships, you'll manage existing accounts, working closely with the creative and production teams to develop proposals, oversee projects and identify opportunities for repeat business. The role would suit someone who enjoys developing client relationships, is confident leading conversations with senior stakeholders and is motivated by achieving commercial results. Key responsibilities: Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a focus on developing a chosen sector. Build and maintain relationships with brand marketing teams, agencies and key decision-makers. Develop business through networking, outreach and relationship building. Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to negotiation and project confirmation. Work with the creative and production teams to develop proposals and pitch materials. Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout projects. Oversee projects from brief through to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets and client expectations are met. Meet individual and team revenue targets while supporting the continued growth of the business. Keep up to date with market trends and opportunities within your chosen sector. Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities and client activity within the CRM. Share market insights and identify potential areas for future growth. Desired skills & experience: At least five years' experience in B2B sales, account management or business development, ideally within media, video production, advertising or another creative industry. A proven track record of winning new business and growing client accounts. An existing network or strong knowledge of at least one relevant sector, such as fashion, gaming, fintech or similar. Confident presenting ideas and building relationships with senior stakeholders. Commercial awareness with experience negotiating budgets and managing client expectations. Strong communication and presentation skills. Experience working with creative or production teams. Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects. 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.
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2 days ago
Strategy Director - Branding
London
£75,000 - £85,000 per annum
Permanent
We are working with a leading independent, brand consultancy is seeking an experienced Strategy Director to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of its strategic offering. This is an opportunity to lead strategy for globally recognised brands and ambitious challengers, influencing not only client outcomes but also the direction of the agency itself. Working at the intersection of business, brand, culture, and creativity, you'll develop strategies that create commercially successful, culturally relevant, and unmistakable brands. You'll lead strategic programmes from insight through to implementation, partnering closely with Design and Client Services teams to ensure strategic thinking is translated into exceptional creative work. You'll also build trusted relationships with senior clients, facilitating strategic conversations at board and C-suite level while helping drive agency growth through new business and thought leadership. Beyond client work, you'll play an important leadership role, mentoring strategists, raising the quality of strategic thinking across the business, and helping shape the agency's strategic capability and reputation. Key Responsibilities Lead brand strategy projects from discovery through to delivery. Develop brand positioning, architecture, portfolio, messaging, and growth strategies. Design and direct research programmes, translating insights into clear strategic recommendations. Build and maintain senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic advisor. Collaborate closely with creative teams to ensure strategy inspires outstanding brand experiences. Support business development through pitches, organic growth, thought leadership, and your professional network. Mentor and develop the strategy team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. About You Significant experience in brand strategy within a branding or creative agency is essential. This role is not suitable for candidates whose experience is solely client-side, within management consultancy, or general marketing. You'll bring: A proven track record of leading complex brand strategy programmes for major clients. Expertise across brand positioning, architecture, messaging, and portfolio strategy. Outstanding storytelling, facilitation, and presentation skills. Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of consumer behaviour and cultural trends. Design literacy and curiosity about the impact of digital innovation, technology, and AI on brands. The confidence and credibility to influence senior stakeholders and C-suite decision-makers. A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring others and elevating strategic thinking. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape strategy for globally recognised brands and ambitious challenger businesses. A senior leadership position with genuine influence over clients, projects, and agency growth. A collaborative, creative, and strategically ambitious studio environment. The chance to help define the future direction of a highly respected independent consultancy. Competitive salary and benefits. London-based, studio-first working. 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.
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2 days ago
Graphic Designer
London
£30,000 - £34,000 per annum
Permanent
We're looking for a creative and commercially minded Graphic Designer to join an international music production company with a strong focus on digital marketing and brand development. This position would suit someone with a few years of design experience who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and wants the opportunity to have real influence across campaigns, content, and brand direction. You'll work closely with marketing and sales teams across global regions, producing engaging creative assets for digital platforms, presentations, campaigns, and promotional activity. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the central London office and 2 WFH (we cant consider remote applications unfortunately)   The role will involve - Producing eye-catching content for social platforms including static graphics, short-form video, GIFs, and animated assets Designing creative materials for email campaigns and newsletters Supporting wider production and marketing artwork requirements Editing and repurposing video content for digital channels Creating website visuals and online campaign assets Designing polished sales presentations and branded pitch materials Developing creative assets for paid advertising campaigns across multiple formats Producing marketing collateral for events, merchandise, promotions, and brand campaigns Helping maintain a consistent visual identity across all channels and regions Bringing new ideas to campaigns and contributing to ongoing creative development Experience required - Around 2-3 years' experience in a graphic design or in-house creative role Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign A good understanding of typography, layout, and visual storytelling Experience working with Figma Confident creating content specifically for social and digital platforms Strong organisation and time management skills High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent communication and collaboration skills Advanced PowerPoint/presentation design capability Someone adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a changing environment Ability to work with international stakeholders and adapt creative work for different audiences and regions Also great to have - Motion graphics or After Effects experience Video editing capabilities Awareness of social trends and content styles across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube Basic coding knowledge Interest in media, entertainment, or music sectors 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.
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8 days ago
Head of Creative and Strategy
London
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Permanent
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Creative & Strategy to join an established content and creative agency at an exciting stage of its growth. This is a senior leadership position for an agency professional who combines strong strategic thinking with creative leadership. The role will be responsible for developing effective content and campaign strategies, leading creative ideation, supporting new business activity, and managing a small team of creatives and strategists. The agency delivers content, creative campaigns, film, photography, social media, and digital communications work for a diverse range of clients across both B2B and B2C sectors. Working closely with the leadership team, you will help shape strategic direction across client projects and new business opportunities, ensuring insight-led thinking informs creative development from brief through to execution. You will lead the development of audience, channel, campaign, and content strategies while supporting the creation of compelling creative concepts that drive engagement and deliver measurable outcomes. The successful candidate will be a confident presenter, experienced in leading client discussions, facilitating workshops, and delivering persuasive pitch presentations. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic development across new business pitches and client projects. Develop audience, content, channel, and campaign strategies. Conduct discovery sessions, workshops, and research activities to inform strategic recommendations. Translate client objectives into clear strategic frameworks and creative briefs. Utilise AI-enabled research and planning tools to support insight generation and strategic development. Work closely with creative and production teams to ensure strategic objectives are reflected throughout project delivery. Lead creative ideation across pitches and client work. Support the development of integrated content and campaign concepts. Create and present high-quality proposals and presentations. Provide creative direction throughout project delivery. Facilitate internal creative workshops and idea-generation sessions. Stay informed on industry developments, audience behaviours, platforms, and content trends. Collaborate with producers, designers, filmmakers, editors, animators, and content specialists to deliver high-quality work. Review creative outputs to ensure consistency and quality. Manage and develop a small team of creatives and strategists. Contribute to wider business planning and growth initiatives. Identify opportunities to develop and expand client relationships. Support new business activity through strategic and creative leadership. Maintain awareness of project scope, delivery requirements, and commercial considerations. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. About You 8-10+ years' experience within a creative, content, marketing, communications, or integrated agency environment. Strong experience developing creative campaigns and content strategies. Proven ability to develop audience, channel, content, or communications strategies. Experience working across digital, social, video, photography, and content-led campaigns. Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience leading and developing creative teams. Sound understanding of production and post-production processes. Comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment. Commercially aware, collaborative, and solutions-focused. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior creative and strategic leader seeking a role with significant influence, autonomy, and scope to contribute to the continued growth of an established content and creative agency. This is a hybrid role and will be based in the central London office 3-4 days a week. We cannot consider remote applications for this orle unfortunately. 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.
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9 days ago
Graphic Designer / Artworker - Packaging
Romsey, Hampshire
£28,000 - £35,000 per annum
Permanent
We're exclusively partnering with an award-winning global manufacturer, specialising in luxury packaging and gifting solutions for clients across the sports, entertainment, luxury brand, & retail sectors. We are seeking a talented Packaging Graphic Designer / Artworker to join their creative team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven creative, with strong packaging design and artwork experience to work on premium projects for globally recognised brands. You will be responsible for producing engaging packaging concepts, high-quality visuals, and production-ready artwork, ensuring all deliverables meet client brand standards and manufacturing specifications. This role is predominantly office based so candidates must be able to commute to Romsey. Key Responsibilities: Developing innovative packaging concepts and visual mock-ups Creating production-ready artwork aligned to manufacturing specifications Producing product visuals using tools such as Adobe Stager and Blender Collaborating with internal teams to interpret briefs and deliver effective creative solutions Maintaining consistency with established client brand guidelines and assets Staying up to date with design trends, artwork techniques, and production technologies Key Requirements: Degree educated in Graphic Design or a related discipline Proven experience within packaging design and artwork Strong portfolio showcasing design concepts, visualisation, and finished artwork Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Stager, and Blender Understanding of print and production processes 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.
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21 days ago
Social Media and Community Manager - Beauty
London
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Permanent
Handle Recruitment are looking for a Social Media and Community Manager to join our clients leading beauty PR agency. This is a senior level hire, that is very strategy focused so we are looking for someone who has extensive experience within the beauty industry. Central London | Hybrid Up to £50,000 based on experience About the client: Our client is a full-funnel influencer marketing specialist with an extensive network of influential relationships and a proprietary nano and micro creator platform.As part of a globally renowned beauty-focused business, it delivers creative strategy, integrated marketing communications, audience-first brand experiences, and culturally connected social commerce powered by specialist expertise and proprietary technology. Our Clients Values: Creativity Inclusivity Positivity Excellence   The Social Media & Community Manager plays a pivotal role in cultivating meaningful connections within our client's vibrant community of thousands of beauty creators, inspiring engagement, collaboration, and brand advocacy across the UK & IRE. An expert in social media and community management, this individual engages daily with members to spark meaningful conversations and ensure every touch point across social channels inspires, educates, and entertains with authority and a genuine passion for beauty. A true social native and natural relationship builder, the Social Media & Community Manager possesses deep knowledge of the social media landscape and the confidence to both create and appear in social-first content, as well as host offline community-building experiences. Passionate about beauty and digital culture, they bring fresh thinking and innovative ideas, staying ahead of evolving beauty, creator, and content trends to ensure community management remains best-in-class in a fast-moving social environment. This role also owns and delivers the overarching social strategy, driving growth across all channels through strong leadership, collaboration with the wider team, and active engagement with the community itself. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking team that celebrates creativity and community, while shaping the future of beauty within the creator economy.Core Responsibilities Lead and nurture the community of beauty creators, fostering genuine relationships and creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and advocacy Act as the voice of the brand within the community, engaging daily to spark meaningful conversations and celebrate creators Plan and host both online and offline community experiences, from workshops to creator events, strengthening engagement and connection Own end-to-end social strategy across all channels, ensuring the brand voice remains distinctive, consistent, and culturally relevant Develop and execute strategies to grow followers, engagement, and participation through organic and community-driven content Analyse social insights and performance data to continuously refine content formats, channel mix, and posting cadence Collaborate with creators, internal teams, and partners to deliver standout, social-first creative content Confidently create and appear in content, embodying the brand's tone of voice and visual identity Stay ahead of emerging social, beauty, and creator trends, bringing innovative ideas that elevate engagement Manage and mentor the Senior Social Media & Community Executive, driving excellence across content, engagement, and strategy Represent the voice of the community internally, sharing insights that inform brand direction and creator strategy Champion a data-driven mindset, defining success metrics and optimising performance through testing and iteration Proactively identify new tools, formats, and trends that enhance community experience and content impact Bring creativity and passion for beauty and social media to life across all social channels We are looking for someone who has 4+ years social and community management experience, with proven experience of growing platforms and communities.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.
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