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Handle Recruitment supports organisations at the forefront of the creative industries - across Media, Entertainment, Brand & Experience, Culture, Sport and Tech. Connecting skilled Music professionals with opportunities they’ll love.

From temporary, contract and permanent roles, we support careers at every stage, whether you're at the start of your career or in a leadership position. Our deep relationships give you access to opportunities often not advertised elsewhere, alongside expert guidance from consultants who understand both your skills and the environments where you’ll succeed.

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Focused on the creative industries the brands we support include creative agencies, record labels, big tech giants, and a lot of organisations in-between.

Audio network
BMG Rights Management Services (UK) Ltd
Defected
Empire
Live nation
Sony Music Entertainment UK Limited
Superstruct
Universal Music
Warp Records
3 days ago
Financial Controller - Music
London
£70,000 - £100,000 per annum + Generous Benefits
Permanent
An exciting and unique opportunity has become available for qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Financial Controller to join a world-renowned Record Label. Working alongside the Financial Director and Senior Management, the role will be responsible for all aspects of commercial decision making and guidance across the business. Responsible for overseeing all finance related areas with the Management Accountant, which includes Reporting, Analysis and Forecasting Responsible for budgeting of artist expenditure, approval of recording costs budgets. Main point of contact for audit queries with both internal and external auditors, including hard-close, year-end, Statutory accounts. Responsible for month end close process including commentaries on P&L and cash flow. Ensure the maintenance and upkeep of general ledger, to include reconciliations, calculation of provisions/accruals and general review of accounts, journal posting. Tour and Festival Accounting Management of Royalties Accountant and team Ensure that all information provided to support P&L and Balance sheet amounts is accurate and adheres to accounting policies and that month end figures are supplied correctly and to deadline. Responsible for internal approvals on expenditure covering things such as tickets purchases, travel, marketing and recording budgets The ideal candidate: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Music experience is absolutely essential Good academic background & strong analytical skills. Desirable systems experience includes Microsoft Office and strong excel skills 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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4 days ago
Senior Paid Media Executive - Music and Entertainment
Brighton, East Sussex
Negotiable
Permanent
A Brighton-based media agency working across music, arts and cultural sectors is looking for a Senior Paid Media Executive to join its growing digital team. This is a hands-on role managing paid media campaigns end-to-end, while helping bring structure, consistency and strong delivery across a range of clients and platforms. Key Responsibilities: Plan, build and manage campaigns across Meta, Google, TikTok, X (Twitter) and Reddit Translate briefs into well-structured campaign builds Manage launches, budgets, pacing and optimisation Implement and maintain tracking and tagging Monitor performance and deliver clear reporting and insights Maintain clean campaign structures and QA processes Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery Support and guide junior team members About You: Previous paid media experience (agency preferred) Strong hands-on experience across Meta and Google Ads Confident managing campaigns from setup to reporting Solid understanding of tracking, performance metrics and optimisation Highly organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable managing multiple campaigns simultaneously Interest in music, arts and culture is a plus 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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6 days ago
Senior Digital Marketing Executive (Paid Media)
Brighton, East Sussex
Negotiable
Permanent
A Brighton-based media agency working across music, arts and cultural sectors is looking for a Senior Digital Marketing Executive to join its growing digital team. This is a hands-on role managing paid media campaigns end-to-end, while helping bring structure, consistency and strong delivery across a range of clients and platforms. Key Responsibilities: Plan, build and manage campaigns across Meta, Google, TikTok, X (Twitter) and Reddit Translate briefs into well-structured campaign builds Manage launches, budgets, pacing and optimisation Implement and maintain tracking and tagging Monitor performance and deliver clear reporting and insights Maintain clean campaign structures and QA processes Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery Support and guide junior team members About You: Previous paid media experience (agency preferred) Strong hands-on experience across Meta and Google Ads Confident managing campaigns from setup to reporting Solid understanding of tracking, performance metrics and optimisation Highly organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable managing multiple campaigns simultaneously Interest in music, arts and culture is a plus 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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6 days ago
Digital Coordinator - Music
London
Negotiable
Permanent
Digital Coordinator - Music 4 days in the office and 1 day from home (after probation) Salary DOE ASAP Start This is a great chance to get involved in a dynamic digital team supporting a global recording artist across a range of exciting projects, from music and film to environmental initiatives. It's an engaging role for someone with a keen eye for digital content and a passion for creative marketing, offering plenty of scope to organise, coordinate and deliver innovative online campaigns. In this role you will: Support the artist's digital presence across websites and social media platforms, ensuring content is fresh and engaging Collaborate with the team on planning and scheduling social media posts, contributing to creative strategies across multiple channels Coordinate digital projects with external partners, including agencies and content creators Assist with website updates, blog posts, and basic video/image editing tasks using tools like Photoshop, Canva, or Premiere Track and report on social media performance and website analytics, helping to refine strategies and optimise engagement To be successful, you will need: At least three years' experience working in a digital role within the music, entertainment, or creative industries Strong writing skills and familiarity with all major social media platforms A good understanding of digital marketing principles and current online trends Organised, able to juggle multiple projects and work under pressure with a solutions-focused mindset To discuss this opportunity in more detail please hit apply or send across your CV to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk to find out more. 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
Sync Manager - Creative/Licensing - Music
London
£20.00 - £25.00 per hour + holiday pay
Contract
Calling all immediately available Sync/Licensing Music Managers! Fab new opportunity to work across an impressive portfolio of assets for innovative global digital music company. This is a high-impact role for someone deeply embedded in the UK sync community, with strong creative instincts and the commercial drive to source and close new licensing opportunities.You'll be responsible for building relationships across advertising agencies, music supervisors, production companies and gaming studios, pitching music to briefs, negotiating deals and helping grow the brand across the UK creative industries.What you'll be doingSourcing and securing sync placements across advertising, gaming, TV and filmBuilding and maintaining relationships with agencies, music supervisors and production companiesLeading creative pitching for UK and international briefsNegotiating quotes, approvals and licensing dealsPromoting the frontline roster and catalogue to clients and internal teamsDeveloping new business opportunities in emerging audiovisual sectorsSupporting sync marketing initiatives and industry visibilityTracking licensing deals and supporting commercial reportingWhat we're looking for5+ years' experience in sync licensing (label, publisher or music supervision)A strong UK network across advertising, film/TV or gamingExcellent relationship-building and negotiation skillsStrong knowledge of independent musicExperience responding to creative briefs and pitching musicA self-starter who thrives in a fast-moving creative environment If the above sounds like your exciting next challenge and you are available to commence a new role soon then please hit that apply now button for immediate consideration. Be at the centre of music, advertising and entertainmentHandle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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21 days ago
Day to Day Manager - Music
London
Negotiable
Permanent
An incredible opportunity to work for an established artist and talent management company.As Day to Day Manager, you will be responsible for working with and reporting to the directors of the company and daily communication with high-profile priority artist. Day to day tasks include -Diary management - juggling multiple busy schedules and last-minute changes Negotiating deals across a variety of different industriesWorking across artists socials and overseeing the creative direction with artists across their social and digital contentBudgeting across marketing campaigns and touring amongst other areasComing up with strategies to help grow the artist's audienceBeing the key point of contact for all third parties. This includes liaising with the likes of: the record label, PR, publisher, booking agent, digital agency, tour manager, band members, accountants, lawyers, vocal coach, glam team, stylist etc.Working closely with the artist to create content suited to their aesthetic including working on photoshoots and video-shootsLiaising across promotional appearancesBeing on hand for any personal requests/needs artists might have Essential requirements are -Detailed artist/talent management experience, ideally supporting a globally established artist/talentExcellent attention to detailExceptional person skillsExperience of working within a team in a fast-paced 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.
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Many of the opportunities we support are confidential, shared with us directly by clients who value discretion and trusted advice.

If you’re beginning to explore what’s next, a quiet conversation is often the best place to start. Share your CV or speak with one of our consultants and we’ll offer honest market insight, sense-check your options, and keep you in mind for roles that align, whether that’s now or in the future.

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Typical Music roles include

Music Marketing | Artist Management | Press PR & Publicity | Label & Product Management | Digital Marketing, Social Media & Audience Development | Executive & Personal Assistants | Account Management & Commercial Partnerships | Artist Relations | Studio Management | A&R | A&R Administration | Music Merchandise & E-Commerce | Creative Synch & Music Licensing. 

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