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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 £45,000 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 channelsWe 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.

Handle Recruitment is seeking an experienced Head of Marketing to lead brand and marketing strategy across a portfolio of culturally respected music brands, venues, and live entertainment projects.This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who understands the intersection of culture, brand, audience growth, and live events. We are looking for a strategic marketer with strong creative instincts, proven leadership experience, and a deep understanding of how to build audience demand and long-term brand value.The successful candidate will oversee marketing across multiple music and entertainment businesses, shaping brand positioning, leading campaigns, driving revenue growth, and managing a high-performing team.The RoleKey responsibilities include:Leading overarching brand and marketing strategy across multiple music and entertainment brandsManaging and developing a team of Marketing Managers across various venues and projectsOverseeing content, creative, and design functions to deliver standout campaigns and content strategiesDriving audience growth, ticket sales, and long-term customer engagementLeading paid media strategy, audience development, and CRM directionEnsuring each brand maintains a clear and distinct voice, identity, and positioningBuilding marketing systems, processes, and reporting structures to improve performancePartnering with senior leadership on long-term growth strategy and new business opportunitiesThe ideal candidate will:Have significant senior-level marketing experience within music, culture, entertainment, nightlife, or live eventsUnderstand how to build culturally relevant brands that deliver commercial successHave experience managing creative, content, and marketing teamsThink strategically while remaining highly execution-focused and detail-orientedPossess a strong understanding of audience psychology, digital marketing, and modern discovery behaviourDemonstrate excellent creative judgement and high standards across brand and designBe able to balance short-term commercial objectives with long-term brand buildingBe highly collaborative and confident leading cross-functional teamsHave a strong track record of managing, developing, and coaching high-performing individuals within commercially driven environmentsDesirable ExperienceExperience marketing clubs, festivals, live music venues, or ticketed eventsStrong understanding of nightlife and music cultureExperience launching new venues, concepts, or entertainment projectsThe OpportunityThis is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business operating at the forefront of music, nightlife, and live entertainment culture. The role offers the chance to shape the future of established brands while contributing to ambitious new projects from the ground up. 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 a highly organised and commercially aware Social Content Operations Manager to oversee the end-to-end execution of a fast-paced personal brand content strategy across multiple platforms. This role will sit at the centre of the content operation, ensuring content is planned, produced, approved, scheduled, and published seamlessly across Instagram, Threads, YouTube, and X. Key Responsibilities Content Operations & Calendar Management: Own and manage the master content calendar across all social platforms including Instagram, Threads, YouTube, and X Ensure all content moves efficiently through planning, scripting, approval, editing, scheduling, and publishing stages Build and maintain scalable workflows that improve efficiency and accountability across the content function Research and identify strategic engagement opportunities to support audience growth and strengthen brand positioning Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, delays, or operational risks before they impact delivery Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the key liaison between stakeholders and the wider content team including editors, scriptwriters, designers, and videographers Lead weekly planning and production check-ins to monitor progress and ensure deadlines are met Brief team members on upcoming deliverables, timelines, and platform-specific requirements Manage approvals and sign-off processes to maintain publishing schedules Scheduling & Publishing: Schedule and publish content across Instagram, Threads, and X, ensuring all posts are optimised for format, timing, copy, tagging, and platform performance Repurpose long-form content including podcasts, interviews, and YouTube videos into engaging short-form assets such as Reels, clips, Stories, and carousel content Maintain a consistent pipeline of evergreen and repurposed content to support posting frequency during quieter production periods Edit and create social-first content using existing assets and native platform tools where required Strategy Execution: Ensure all published content aligns with the wider content and brand strategy Maintain consistency in messaging, tone of voice, and positioning across all channels Identify opportunities to maximise engagement and reach by adapting content for platform-specific audiences and algorithms About You: Experience & Skills: Strong expertise across Instagram and Threads, with a clear understanding of platform trends, formats, and algorithm best practices Proven experience managing high-volume social content across multiple platforms simultaneously Operationally focused, with the ability to build systems, manage workflows, and hold teams accountable to deadlines Hands-on experience scheduling and publishing content across social platforms Experience working closely with content production teams including editors, videographers, and designers Strong understanding of social analytics and the ability to produce clear, insight-led reporting Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality content execution Experience repurposing long-form video and audio content into short-form, platform-native assets Good understanding of audience growth strategies, content optimisation, and engagement tactics Strong awareness of current social trends, hooks, pacing, and high-performing content styles Highly proficient with native platform tools and social content workflows A genuine interest in entrepreneurship, digital media, and the creator economy would be advantageous   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're partnering with a high-growth business accelerator to hire an experienced Agency Growth Consultant to support a portfolio of ambitious agency founders through a structured scale-up programme. This is a strategic advisory role focused on coaching, accountability, and commercial growth. You'll work closely with founders to help them identify priorities, solve operational and growth challenges, and execute effectively across every stage of their journey in the programme. You will act as a trusted advisor from onboarding through to programme completion, helping founders improve revenue performance, strengthen operations, and build scalable agency businesses. The Opportunity: This position is ideal for someone with a strong consulting, advisory, or fractional leadership background who understands how agencies scale and enjoys working across multiple founder relationships simultaneously. You won't be responsible for delivering execution work directly. Instead, your role will centre on strategic guidance, performance management, problem-solving, and keeping founders focused on the actions that drive measurable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Build tailored growth roadmaps for founders, establishing clear 30/60/90-day priorities aligned to commercial and operational goals Lead structured weekly 1:1 strategy sessions to review progress, remove blockers, and refine priorities based on business performance Conduct monthly performance reviews, tracking milestones, identifying gaps, and recommending strategic adjustments Provide responsive support and strategic guidance through Slack and other communication channels between coaching sessions Advise founders across key areas of agency growth including: Client acquisition and pipeline development Pricing and offer positioning Delivery operations and systems Team structure, hiring, and leadership Partnerships and strategic growth opportunities Personal brand and market positioning Identify risks or operational issues early and proactively guide founders back on track where needed Maintain accurate progress tracking and share key insights, challenges, and success stories with the wider leadership team Learn and apply the organisation's internal methodologies, frameworks, and playbooks to ensure consistency across the founder experience Act as a link between leadership and programme members, translating strategic direction into practical founder-level guidance About You: We're looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with the ability to build trusted advisory relationships quickly. You will ideally have: Proven experience advising founders, business owners, or agency leaders across multiple businesses simultaneously A strong understanding of how agencies operate, grow, and scale commercially Excellent commercial instincts with a focus on revenue growth, pipeline development, and business performance Experience managing multiple client or stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced environment The confidence to provide direct, clear, and actionable advice Strong written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across Slack and digital communication channels A proactive and adaptable approach, comfortable operating in fast-moving and evolving business environments Why Apply? This is an opportunity to work closely with ambitious founders inside a fast-growth environment where your strategic input will have a direct impact on business outcomes. You'll join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team and play a key role in helping agency owners scale more effectively, make better decisions, and achieve measurable growth. 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.

Head of Statutory Reporting & Audit (Maternity Cover) - Film & TVGlobal entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in film, television, home entertainment and digital distribution are looking for a Head of Statutory Reporting and Audit.Reporting into EVP Finance, UK Director you will be responsible for submission of all external UK company reporting, including maintaining accounting records, statutory financial reporting and audit, royalty reporting, tax matters and supervising the finance team members for the UK. The desired person should be a self-starter a proven track record and with previous Statutory reporting and team management experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:FINANCIAL REPORTING:Manage drafting and initial review of the year end individual and consolidated statutoryaccounts for audit.Manage the year end external audit process with and ensure all information is available and provided on time to the auditors.Keep up to date with new technical releases affecting the company such as developments in IFRS and US GAAP accounting rules and corporation tax legislation.Maintain control of the royalty reporting and royalty audits ensuring statements are prepared, reviewed and distributed to required timescales.REGULATORY:Ensure all accounting records are kept and maintained to comply with internal and external controls and legislation.Ensure the quarterly UK VAT returns are prepared, reviewed and submitted on time.Ensure all UK Corporation Tax returns are filed on time.Suggest and implement improvements to working practices and controls.Ensure all reporting submissions made to different regulatory bodies are timely and accurateLiaise with other departments and external advisors as appropriate to ensure that all relevant areas (legal, regulation requirements, corporation tax, VAT etc) have been considered in the financial reporting process.Manage the Internal audit process.TEAM MANAGEMT:Day to day management of the Statutory Reporting Senior Manager, Assistant Financial Accountant & Royalty AccountantTeam development and trainingPerformance management for teamAd hoc guidance for other members of the teamOTHER AREAS:Support the EVP in adding value and challenging the status quo in other areas of the business to optimize business performance and profitability.Report any areas of financial and regulatory risk to EVP of Finance and suggest and implement suitable controls to mitigate these.Jointly work with Senior Group Reporting Team Members to review all new deals and acquisitions for all areas related to UK to determining how to account for these and communicate this to the relevant staff members booking the entries.Manage any IT changes impacting financial systems and regulatory reporting, ensure communication and training is provided to any relevant business areas as required.Jointly work with Senior Group Reporting Team Members to provide advice to legal and commercial teams on financial matters including helping advise on deal structures.Other ad hoc duties as required. KEY SKILLS REQUIRED:Qualified accountant with experience (ACA or ACCA or equivalent)Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRSAble to work with internal and external stakeholdersExperience dealing with regulatory bodiesExperience with Sarbanes-Oxley act regulationsExperience managing the audit processExperience preparing statutory accountsExperience managing tax matters including VAT and Corporation TaxStrong organisational and communication skillsStrong team management experienceStrong 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.

A leading publishing company are looking for a HR Business Partner to join their team. This is a broad generalist role where you'll partner with leaders across the organisation, supporting areas such as employee relations, performance, development, and learning & development. You'll also play a key role in contributing to wider people initiatives and using insight to support better decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring solid HRBP experience, ideally within a creative environment with a passion or interest in L&D. You'll be confident influencing and coaching stakeholders and able to combine commercial awareness with strong emotional intelligence. They operate a hybrid policy, with 3 days in their London office. This is an opportunity to join an organisation where HR has a seat at the table, and gives you the space to make a meaningful impact. If you'd like 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.

We're on the lookout for a brilliant business partner for one for our iconic creative clients! This is a London HQ'd organisation of around 2000 employees, with a typical creative culture they move at pace as their offering evolves and the business continues to grow.   The role:   You'll be partnering with a small but complex business area in a true business partnering remit, building high level relationships with leaders, working on a wide range of people projects and activity from talent and performance through to org design, employee relations, and change. As its a small client group you will build relationships at all levels and be a real face of HR, and happy to be that go-to person. You will not line manage officially, but will work very closely with your specialist colleagues to deliver impactful strategy around L&D and DEI   What you'll bring:   Solid HR Generalist BP experience, ideally gained in a fast-moving or creative environment A strategic approach as well as a roll sleeves up attitude, you're happy to get stuck into the nitty gritty when required Emotional intelligence and a flexible approach - you'll keep calm when things get busy and be able to push back on demanding stakeholders with ease A team player attitude - this team is a collaborative bunch and that all in it together mentality is key! A passion for what you do and a progressive thinking approach when it comes to HR The role is based in central London and hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 from home. Salary range they are considering around £75-80k base. If this sounds like you and you would like to find out more, please apply 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 a Senior E-Commerce Manager to lead and grow our direct-to-fan ecommerce operations across music, vinyl, and merchandise releases. Working at the intersection of music culture, design, and fan communities, you will manage high-profile product drops, limited-edition campaigns, and Shopify storefronts in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Manage and optimise multiple Shopify stores Lead ecommerce execution for product drops, pre-orders, and limited releases Build and QA products, pricing, variants, imagery, and launch setup Coordinate launches with artists, labels, fulfilment partners, and internal teams Oversee stock management, fulfilment, and customer service operations Track store performance and campaign analytics Support marketing activity across email, paid media, and social channels Skills & Experience: Proven ecommerce experience, ideally in music, fashion, or streetwear Strong Shopify knowledge, including Shopify Markets Understanding of ecommerce UX, conversion optimisation, and SEO Highly organised with experience managing multiple fast-paced launches Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Zendesk, Monday.com, and social media marketing experience beneficial 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'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.

Events Manager - Creative Sector/Arts Salary DOE ASAP Start If you're someone who thrives on turning plans into seamless experiences, this role offers the chance to lead a vibrant events programme in a role that's both dynamic and impactful. Our client needs an hands-on, detail-oriented Events Manager to oversee a busy calendar of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, all designed to showcase their work, build reputation, and engage key audiences. In this role you will: Take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of multiple events, managing timelines, logistics, and stakeholders Coordinate all aspects of event operations, including venue find, suppliers, and technical production Lead on-the-day delivery, ensuring smooth execution and a professional experience for all attendees Manage event budgets, sourcing and overseeing suppliers to get the best value Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to support content, branding, and post-event evaluation To be successful, you will need: Proven experience delivering a high volume of events across varied formats Excellent organisational and project management skills Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable working with senior colleagues and external partners Experience in both in-person and virtual/hybrid event delivery It would also be beneficial if you have experience within the creative or cultural sectors or supporting senior leadership at major events. To discuss this opportunity in more detail please hit apply or send me an email hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk 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 luxury retail brand is looking to welcome a part-time HR Administrator to their busy team. In this role, you will be at the heart of HR operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes while supporting the full employee lifecycle. From welcoming new team members and managing contracts to guiding employees with queries, supporting recruitment, and assisting with payroll, your work will help maintain seamless HR processes. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to projects that enhance our culture and ensure compliance across the business. The ideal candidate will have previous HR experience, ideally within retail or fast-paced environments, and will thrive on organisation, attention to detail, and delivering excellent service to colleagues. You will also have some exposure to payroll and HRIS/ Payroll systems. This is a part-time role of 22 hours per week, offering flexibility in how the hours are structured, with Mondays as an in-office day. The role is based in West London. If you are excited to be part of a dynamic team and help shape the employee experience at a luxury brand, we would love to hear from you 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 leading media business is seeking a HR Business Partner to join their team ASAP. Working as part of a small but mighty People team, you'll partner with leaders across creative, commercial and operational functions. The role combines operational delivery with project work focused on culture, structure and organisational effectiveness. Alongside this, you'll take ownership of a broad range of day-to-day people matters, including advising on employee relations cases, supporting performance and development conversations, and coaching managers to build capability and confidence. You'll contribute to key people processes such as organisational design, workforce planning and change initiatives, as well as supporting cyclical activity including reviews, engagement and talent planning. The ideal candidate will be a confident Business Partner with strong generalist experience within a creative or media environment.This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, requiring someone who is comfortable working with ambiguity and able to balance detail with a broader commercial perspective. You'll need to be available to start within a month, working pattern is 3 days a week in their central London office. Apply now 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.

Currently partnering with a global design-led technology organisation, seeking an experienced Design Producer to join their international content team for an initial 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to shape high-visibility design experiences used by millions worldwide.The purpose of this role is to collaborate with world-class creatives, streamline workflows, and ensure seamless delivery across global teams and time zones. Please note, we are not looking for designers or account managers, this candidate must have specific experience as a design producer / project manager. This role does not sit in the weeds of day-to-day project management, instead it is looking at the wider picture of workflow & process efficiency throughout the design lifecycle.Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage end-to-end content design and production processesBuild, optimise, and scale design systems and workflowsManage a high volume of assets for global and local audiencesPartner with cross-functional teams and external vendors globallyManage budgets, forecasts, and external agency relationshipsNavigate complexity and proactively solve production and workflow challengesKey Requirements:Extensive experience in creative production within an agency or in-house environmentProven track record managing design workflows and systems at scaleStrong technical understanding of design tools, specifications, and production pipelinesExperience working across international markets with multi-language contentExceptional organisational skills and attention to detailConfident communicator with the ability to simplify complex informationExperience managing budgets and negotiating with external partnersHandle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Handle Recruitment is seeking an experienced events specialist to step into a fast-moving contract position with a global and prestigious tech brand! *This is a contract to begin ASAP until end of September initially. Hybrid working in Central London and international travel across Europe, day rate equivalent to £55k-£50k annual salary.* This role offers the chance to be at the heart of delivering engaging developer experiences across Europe, supporting innovative events. You'll be organising a diverse programme of workshops, presentations, and community gatherings, ensuring every detail runs smoothly from planning through to post-event follow-up. In this role you will: Assisting with the planning and coordination of multiple events across European cities, managing logistics, approvals, and vendor arrangements Supporting content logistics, including materials, rehearsals, and attendee registration, ensuring everything is prepared ahead of each event Coordinating event promotion and internal assets, liaising with marketing teams and ensuring smooth communication across all stakeholders Providing on-site support during events, helping with setup, attendee check-in, and troubleshooting to ensure a seamless experience Contributing to post-event reporting, tracking attendance, engagement data, and capturing insights for future improvements To be successful in this role you will have: Proven experience in coordinating events, projects, or operational activities at scale Attention to detail and strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams Clear communication skills, comfortable asking questions and flagging issues early Adaptability to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment Willingness to travel regularly across the UK and Europe   Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

An award-winning global creative agency is looking for a Legal Counsel. Reporting to the Global General Counsel, the role is a fantastic opportunity for a junior commercial lawyer to join a large yet still rapidly growing agency with a presence in multiple territories. You will play a significant role in advising the business on all legal issues that arise, with a focus on the UK agency.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts including talent, production and MSAs. Advising on legal and commercial aspects of client projects and productions Providing IP and advertising regulation advice and training Advising on legal risks and opportunities related to the use of AI Advising on Data Protection matters Contributing to internal policies, risk management processes and contract templates Much more information will made available upon request by suitable candidates.To be considered, you should be a qualified commercial lawyer with 0-2yrs PQE* with contract drafting and IP experience. Advertising or production experience is ideal but not essential. *NB: PQE levels are offered as a guide only. Our clients will accept applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.Using the link provided, interested candidates should send their CV to Nick Wasserman for consideration. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 working days of application. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, though, we are not always able to respond directly to everyone, but we will try our very best. 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.

Initial 6 month FTC - PAYEHybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 WFH We are seeking a Marketing Manager to join a Growth Marketing & Platform Innovation team focused on driving customer acquisition and retention across products such as mortgages and personal loans.You will design and deliver end-to-end performance marketing campaigns across paid media, CRM, email, and digital platforms, identifying opportunities to improve performance and drive measurable growth. You will also test new channels, targeting approaches, and AI-enabled creative solutions. A key part of the role is expert-level email marketing, including lifecycle strategy, segmentation, automation, testing, and optimisation to maximise customer engagement and conversion. You will own the customer journey from acquisition through to retention, working closely with cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and delivering clear, data-driven performance insights. This role suits someone commercially minded, highly analytical, and driven by experimentation and growth. What we're looking for: Strong commercial and analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable growth opportunities Experience across paid media (programmatic, Paid Search, paid social) Expertise in email marketing and CRM lifecycle campaigns (segmentation, automation, optimisation, A/B testing) Experience delivering integrated campaigns across paid media, email, CRM, and digital channels Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills in matrix environments Confident communicator with experience presenting insights and campaign performance Desirable: Experience with Generative AI and marketing automation Marketing qualification (Certificate/Diploma) Experience working in a regulated industry Key responsibilities: Develop data-driven marketing strategies aligned to business objectives Deliver integrated campaigns across multiple channels Create and optimise targeted content across paid media, email, and digital platforms Analyse performance and optimise campaigns using data insights Manage budgets to maximise ROI Report on performance and recommend improvements   Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Initial 12 month Temp Contract - paying up to £298 PAYE per day Handle Recruitment is seeking a Contract Operations Specialist to join a global tech brand, specialising in their payments stream of the business across the EMEIA region. Working with internal and external partners you will manage the end to end process of contract finalisation and execution in a fast paced environment. As the Contract Operations Specialist your responsibilities will include: Managing NDAs between the business and third parties Working with legal and preparing contracts for bank partners Ongoing management of questions and clarification to and from issuers Working with business partners to create and document new solutions Working with business partners to monitor and support program improvements Providing regular pipeline updates to the wider teams Supporting business partners with product/customer/market intelligence To be successful in this role you will have: A background in payments, financial services or a related industry Experience of managing contract negotiation and management Excellent communication skills Experience of managing projects and process management Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're working with a fast-scaling, creator-led digital business operating at the forefront of the creator economy. The business partners with leading creators to build, launch and scale high-performing digital products across education, coaching, membership and community-based offers.This is a rare opportunity to step into a hands-on Growth Marketing Manager role, owning full-funnel performance across a portfolio of fast-growing digital brands in a highly experimental, data-driven environment. The Opportunity: You'll be responsible for driving end-to-end growth across multiple creator-led digital products. This is a high-velocity, execution-heavy role, where strategy quickly turns into live funnels, campaigns and revenue-generating systems. You'll take ownership of the entire growth loop-from insight and validation through to launch, optimisation and scale-ensuring every stage of the funnel is measurable, tested and continuously improved. Key Responsibilities: Own and optimise full-funnel performance across acquisition, conversion, onboarding, retention and monetisation journeys Build and iterate high-performing digital funnels, including landing pages, checkout flows, webinars, upsell paths and lifecycle sequences Rapidly execute ideas into live assets, including landing pages, email campaigns, ad creatives and organic content, often within 24-48 hour sprint cycles Plan, launch and optimise paid media campaigns across Meta and Google, contributing to creative direction, copy and performance strategy Develop and refine conversion-focused messaging, including ad copy, landing page content, email flows and hooks Design and run A/B and multivariate testing frameworks, scaling winning experiments Own analytics, attribution and tracking integrity, including UTMs, funnel instrumentation and performance reporting Build and manage CRM and lifecycle automation flows (e.g. email, onboarding, retention and reactivation journeys) Oversee performance across multiple concurrent brands (typically 5-10 at any one time) Translate data, customer insight and market signals into prioritised growth strategies and test roadmaps Establish and refine repeatable systems and SOPs to enable scalable execution across the portfolio About You 4+ years' experience in growth, performance or digital marketing, ideally within B2C digital products, subscriptions, courses or creator-led businesses Proven ability to build and optimise funnels and landing pages, ideally using tools such as Webflow Strong understanding of paid media performance marketing (Meta, Google etc.) Hands-on experience with A/B testing and experimentation frameworks Strong analytical capability with a data-led approach to decision making Experience with CRM and lifecycle marketing tools (e.g. Klaviyo) Confident copywriter with strong commercial messaging skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple brands at pace Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, test-and-learn environment Nice to Have Experience with tools such as Google Analytics, MS Clarity, Zapier, Webflow, Klaviyo or Meta Ads Manager Exposure to low-ticket funnels and ascension models Experience managing monthly paid media budgets of $20K-$50K+ Familiarity with creative testing platforms and ad intelligence tools The Environment: You'll be joining a fast-paced, performance-led growth environment where speed, experimentation and measurable outcomes are central to how the business operates.The team works cross-functionally across product, creative, commercial and customer success functions, with a strong emphasis on autonomy, ownership and continuous improvement. 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.

Group Financial Accountant - Sport Global Sport company uniquely positioned to bring together technology, creative, agency, talent and media are looking for a qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA Group Financial Accountant to join their Central London team. Duties & Responsibilities: Group Finance Coordinate and communicate month end timetables to group Managing period close in Netsuite Intercompany reconciliation and elimination Prepare and maintain schedules for group balance sheet i.e. fixed assets, goodwill, intangibles, shares/investments, deferred tax, NCI Managing Netsuite and Adaptive chart of accounts Reporting Coordinate and collate subsidiary submissions, review and query with subsidiaries, prepare reports Group month end P&L and balance sheet Group Cash flow consolidation External Finance Preparation of support and notes for statutory accounts Review of subsidiary statutory accounts (with Group FC) Review of local GAAPs to AASB (e.g. lease calculations) Assisting with group audit queries Other Ad hoc support across the Group's Finance, Legal and HR functions Skills & Credentials: Qualified accountant with 0-2 years post-qualification experience Knowledge or experience of media and/or sporting industry preferred Previous experience within group reporting preferred Previous experience with Netsuite preferred Refined oral and written communication skills including email, phone, and video conferencing mannerisms Fluent written communication is particularly important with the ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Strong ability to convey ideas and technicalities with great interpersonal skills, particularly with senior members within the leadership team Stakeholder management skills, understanding the various audiences you will interact both internally and externally Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders where required to achieve common goals and meet timelines Exceptional organisation, particularly planning and delivering on time Ability to work autonomously monitoring deliverables and ensuring timely completion of projects as well as regular monthly tasks. 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 seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to provide trusted, high-level support to the CEO and COO of a well-established retail brand. This is a critical role for a poised, proactive Assistant, who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and operates with absolute discretion. Key Responsibilities: Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO & COO, managing complex calendars, meetings, and travel across multiple priorities Act as a gatekeeper and liaison, handling sensitive communications with internal leaders, board members, and external partners Prepare executive-level materials including presentations, reports, agendas, and briefing documents Anticipate needs, manage shifting priorities, and ensure executives are fully prepared for meetings and commitments Coordinate cross-functional initiatives, follow up on action items, and track deadlines Handle confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and judgement Support special projects and operational initiatives as needed Events coordination Expenses management Qualifications & Experience: 5+ years of experience supporting C-Suite level Executives Background in retail, consumer brands, or fast-paced start-up environments is essential Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities seamlessly Strong written and verbal communication skills High emotional intelligence, sound judgement, and a calm, solutions-focused mindset Advanced tech skills- including AI platforms Comfortable working independently and as a trusted extension of executive leadership Company benefits: A hybrid working model that balances office collaboration with home working A comprehensive benefits package supporting health, well-being, and retirement Ongoing learning and development opportunities through a dedicated personal learning allowance An inclusive and supportive working culture that values diversity and accessibility The Ideal Candidate: You are polished, detail-oriented, and proactive- someone who sees around corners, earns trust quickly, and brings structure to complexity. You take pride in being indispensable while remaining adaptable and discreet. This a fantastic opportunity to be part of a well-established, progressive brand! Our client offers hybrid working, based in the office 3 days per week. Recent experience supporting C-suite executives within the fashion and retail industry is strongly preferred. 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're working with a global, design-led technology company seeking an experienced Producer / Project Manager to support the localisation of a range of short-form and long-form editorial content.We are looking for a strong and resourceful project manager with a background in localisation to help deliver high-quality transcreated content across multiple markets. An editorial background would be highly beneficial, along with a tech-savvy mindset and experience working with digital tools and content management systems.This role is London-based, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider fully remote applicants, and sponsorship cannot be provided for this role.In this role you will:Manage multiple transcreation projects simultaneously, including reviewing source files, handling vendor queries, tracking deadlines, and importing deliverables into content management systems; * Manage relationships with a wide variety of global internal and external stakeholders; * Own quality by ensuring best practices and established processes are followed; * Foster close and productive relationships with worldwide editorial teams; * Liaise with vendors on a daily basis to ensure copy deliverables consistently meet high quality standards; * Anticipate and prevent editorial and production issues to ensure on-time delivery. Key QualificationsExcellent project management skills with a strong attention to detail; * Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, prioritise urgent issues, and remain calm under pressure; * Capacity to learn and manage data within complex content management systems; * Familiarity with digital media products and services; * Excellent written and verbal business communication skills; * Proactive mindset with strong ability to anticipate risks and roadblocks before they escalate; * Demonstrated ability to maintain clear project visibility, deliver structured progress updates, and keep stakeholders consistently informed. 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.

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Assistant to support their fast-paced music merchandising business. This role will assist with product procurement including purchase order processing, supplier & customer invoicing, and managing sales-related workflows using Jira to ensure smooth operations across their artist merchandise, touring, and retail channels.Key Responsibilities:Maintain accurate records related to merchandise sales, stock, and logisticsRaise, track, and reconcile purchase orders for merchandise production and distributionPrepare, issue, and process invoices for suppliers, artists, and partnersManage finance and operations tickets through JiraSupport the finance and merchandising teams with day-to-day accounting and administrative tasksAssist with payment queries and supplier communicationKey Requirements:Previous experience in a similar support roleUnderstanding of stock processing, purchase orders, invoicing, and basic accounting processesExperience using Jira or similar systemsStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple prioritiesComfortable working in a fast-paced, creative environmentProficiency in Microsoft ExcelThis is a month temporary position with an immediate start - if you have the skills required and are available immediately, 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.

5 days per week - office based in Wimbledon£40,000 + Uncapped Commission Handle Recruitment is partnering with a fast-growing exhibitions business to find an ambitious Commercial Manager ready to make an impact. This is a standout opportunity to join a well-funded, high-growth company with bold expansion plans, a newly refurbished South West London office, and recognition as one of the Best Places to Work 2025. You'll be part of a collaborative, high-energy team where success is rewarded and progression is real. The Role: As Commercial Manager, you'll take ownership of driving new business across exhibition space and sponsorship sales. Working closely with senior leadership-including the Group Head of Sales and Managing Director-you'll play a key role in shaping the commercial success of the portfolio. What You'll Be Doing: Driving revenue through exhibition stand and sponsorship sales Building and converting a strong pipeline of new business opportunities Meeting and exceeding KPIs, including high-volume outreach and monthly sales targets Leading client meetings to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions Creating compelling proposals that clearly demonstrate value Managing client relationships end-to-end to maximise retention and ROI Handling inbound enquiries quickly and professionally Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce (or similar CRM) Collaborating on marketing initiatives to attract and engage clients What We're Looking For: Proven success in sales, commercial, or business development roles Strong track record in new business acquisition and account management Experience in exhibitions, events, or conferences (highly desirable) Confident user of Salesforce or similar CRM systems A proactive, target-driven mindset with excellent communication skills Why Apply? If you're a driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment, this is your chance to join a business where your impact will be visible-and rewarded. 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 growing international financial services business is looking for a senior FP&A Analyst to join its expanding Finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will bring strong financial modelling skills, advanced Power BI capability, and have proven exposure within a financial services environment. Responsibilities:Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning, providing clear insight to support decision-makingDevelop and maintain financial models, Power BI dashboards and reporting tools to analyse performance trends and key business drivers across segments and productsReview daily P&L and KPIs to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness of reportingProduce monthly flash P&L, analyse performance against budget and deliver insightful commentarySupport preparation of monthly management packs and Board materials, including performance analysis and presentation slidesDrive continuous improvement across planning, reporting and data processes, enhancing efficiency and automationAct as a senior analytical point within the team, supporting and mentoring junior colleaguesCollaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives including cost optimisation, revenue analysis, automation and transformation projectsSupport development of new analytics tools and performance tracking frameworks Requirements:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or equivalent finance backgroundProven experience in FP&A, ideally at manager or senior analyst levelStrong financial modelling skills and advanced Excel capabilityStrong Power BI and Power Query experience, with exposure to large and complex datasetsExperience in financial services, fintech or similarly data-driven environmentsExperience improving processes, systems or reporting frameworks in a fast-paced environmentPython or SQL skills advantageous 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 working with global media brand who are seeking an Interim Senior Financial Accountant. This role includes managing the preparation of group consolidated and UK financial statements, coordinating with auditors, ensuring adherence to local accounting standards. My client is looking for a technically strong, audit qualified candidate from a top 10 practice firm. Key responsibilities include: Review monthly balance sheets, cash flows, and bank reconciliation Lead the preparation of Group consolidated and UK statutory financial statements, ensuring alignment with accounting standards and company policies Support the annual audit process by collaborating with external auditors to provide required documentation and explanations Act as a business partner between the Controlling team and other stakeholders, including the business and FP&A teams Prepare tax computations and coordinate with tax advisors Ensure compliance with Finance Policies, including maintaining internal controls over financial reporting Candidate requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) or international equivalent with a minimum of 3 years PQE Audit trained through a top 10 practice firm Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations Extensive experience in preparing or auditing financial statements Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Able to work in their London head office 4 days a week   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.

Do you have a keen interest in sport & finance? Then this could be the ideal role for you. We're looking for a Finance Assistant to join a fast-paced accounting team for an initial 6 months, supporting high-profile clients within a global entertainment agency. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong accounting fundamentals who thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. What you'll be doing: Reviewing publishing and translation contracts, schedules, and settlements Preparing invoices and payment journals in line with contract terms Managing cash receipts, allocations, and deposit tracking Producing remitter statements and supporting accounts receivable reporting Supporting process improvements and system enhancements What we're looking for: Previous experience in a finance or accounting role Good understanding of accounting principles and multi-currency transactions Strong Excel and Outlook skills High attention to detail with excellent organisational abilities Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Calling all experienced receptionist in London, seeking temporary positions within the creative industry. At handle we specialise in roles within the creative field including TV, Film, Music, Advertising, Fashion and Sports. We are seeking candidates who are looking for flexible reception work. The duration of reception roles can vary from day work up to 12 months. Please note - this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future opportunities. If you're interested in these types of opportunities and are available for immediate/ ASAP start, we encourage you to apply as we would love to keep you updated about Temp and Contract EA opportunities coming up. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for. Receptionist Duties Include: Responsible for managing the front desk First point of contact for all visitors - meeting and greeting Answering the switchboard and transferring calls to the relevant department Managing the office calendars and meeting room diaries Ordering office supplies Ad-hoc admin support when required Receptionist Requirements: Previous receptionist experience Excellent telephone manner Strong communication, written and verbal Punctual and professional attitude   You can also find all of our current other vacant job opportunities on our website. As mentioned, this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future Temp and Contract opportunities. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for.   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 leading TV production company are seeking an IT Support Analyst for an initial 6 months. As the first point of contact for IT support, you'll provide hands-on technical assistance across a dynamic, creative environment. From troubleshooting Windows and macOS devices to supporting Microsoft 365 and managing user accounts, you'll play a key role in keeping our teams connected and productive. Key Responsibilities: Provide first-line IT support via ticketing system and in person Troubleshoot hardware, software, and user access issues Support Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and Apple devices Deploy and maintain laptops, peripherals, and mobile devices Escalate complex issues and contribute to continuous service improvement The ideal candidate will have at least 1 years' experience doing a similar role and be familiar with ITSM tools and user account administration Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're looking for a career Synopsis Writer (Polish) to join a world-leading TV and streaming platform. You'll bring solid knowledge of the European and UK media markets, along with experience writing short-form or synopsis copy and a real passion for film and television.This role is perfect if you love great stories and content, enjoy playing with language, and thrives in collaborative creative environments. You'll be a skilled Synopsis Writer with a strong understanding of the media and entertainment world in the UK and Poland and broader European regions.You'll need to share examples of short-form or synopsis writing that show off your flair and ability to hook readers.Please note! For this role you must be fluent in Polish and English - if that isn't you unfortunately, we won't be able to consider your application for this role. Day-to-Day:Write synopses about Polish CCE movies and TV shows in English. You'll cover everything from the latest reality TV show to a high-budget historical drama series or pitch-perfect rom com.Create and adapt product copy (e.g., collection names, rows, emails, push notifications) in both English and Polish, while reviewing Polish content for quality and local relevance.Collaborate with an Editorial Writer to align with briefs, applying editorial standards to produce accurate, inclusive, and engaging synopses tailored to diverse audiences.Requirements:Full high-level working proficiency in English - must meet this requirement!Full native proficiency in Polish - must meet this requirement!Excellent writing and editing skills in Polish and English.Experience writing synopses for streamers and broadcasters. We are looking for a career Synopsis writer!Deep knowledge of Polish culture and the Polish entertainment landscape.Experience writing other short-form Product copy or taglines.Mastery of AP style and attention to detail!Eagerness to embrace a culture of candid feedbackWhat else?This is a remote first role. You need to be based in the UK and happy to travel to London/ other EU offices on occasion for staff meetings.6-month temporary contract.£45 - £50 / hour + Holiday Pay (PAYE). Based on experience.Start asap - need to be available within a 2 week or less notice.If you're interested and your experience aligns with the above criteria please apply now and email maddy.laing@handle.co.ukAs a reminder, for this role you must be fluent in Polish and English - if that isn't you unfortunately, we won't be able to consider your application for this role. 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 major international film and entertainment studio based in West London is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Managing Director and the Marketing & Distribution team on a temporary basis. Please note: Previous experience within TV or Film is essential for this role, specifically supporting at MD level. Key Responsibilities: Handling highly sensitive and confidential information with the utmost professionalism Preparation for meetings, including documents, presentations (PowerPoint), conference calls, catering, test calls, and logistics Supporting internal and external events, including premieres, screenings, and industry events (occasional evenings/weekends required) Inbox management, including prioritising urgent matters, responding where appropriate Complex diary management, including scheduling meetings and coordinating frequent international calls (including after-hours calls with LA) Organising travel arrangements including flights, accommodation, and ground transportation Preparing monthly expense reports for the Managing Director and supporting Directors as required Project coordination and general planning support Organising screenings for staff and external VIP guests   Key Requirements: Proven experience as an Executive Assistant within TV or Film is essential Must be available immediately Strong IT skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word Highly organised with the ability to prioritise, coordinate, and multitask effectively Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Strong interest in film and good industry knowledge Experience or understanding of key financial systems (e.g. SAP) is desirable   This is a 1-2 month temporary assignment with an immediate start. Please only apply if you are available to start immediately and have no notice period.   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.

Are you a Corporate Tax specialist looking to take the next step in a fast-growing, advisory-led firm? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a people-focused firm where your development is a priority and your impact is visible. As a Corporate Tax Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering both complex compliance and high-value advisory work. You'll manage your own portfolio, lead on technical projects (including structuring and transactions), and act as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders. About you ✔ ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified ✔ Strong corporate tax experience across compliance and advisory ✔ Commercial mindset with excellent communication skills ✔ Enjoys building relationships and mentoring junior team members 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 are looking for a Marketing Lead to join our clients global media and publishing company. Location: London (Hybrid - 4 days office, 1 day remote)Contract: 3 months£305 Per DayOverview:An experienced marketing leader required to drive immediate impact, aligning digital activity with business goals, revenue targets, and brand positioning.Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the marketing team, including Editors Oversee cross-channel strategy (paid media, CRM, email) to drive performance Optimise paid media (Google, Meta) and manage platform relationships Rebuild email/CRM strategy (Iterable, Treasure Data, segmentation & automation) Own budget management to maximise ROI Champion data-led decision making and performance tracking Establish efficient processes and a high-performance team culture Influence senior stakeholders across European Consumer Revenue teams Ensure marketing supports both acquisition and brand equity, including creative oversight Skills & Experience: Strong digital marketing leadership experience Expertise in paid media, CRM, and email marketing Data-driven with proven results delivery Budget management and stakeholder leadership experience Able to prioritise and deliver quickly in a fast-paced environment Apply below today to proceed your application!   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.

  Manager, Member Relations The Opportunity: The Manager, Member Relations is an enthusiastic digital music executive with experience working at music distributors in a client-facing or label relations role. This position sits at the core of Merlin's Member Relations team, working closely with our global membership, contributing to our mission of empowering independents, and supporting members in maximising the opportunities made available to them via our best-in-class deals. Merlin is the global licensing partner for the world's leading independent record labels, distributors and artist/label services companies, and our members successfully manage their digital businesses in direct relationships with our licensing partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a process driven, proven self-starter who is keen to dig deeper into how digital partner deals work, understands the value and needs of independent music companies, and is a confident communicator driven by the rewarding mission of serving the independents that comprise the Merlin membership. This person will be demonstrably capable of managing multiple projects, comprehending the complex developments across the ever-evolving digital marketplace and be equally comfortable leading and working collaboratively with Merlin's global team in a fast paced, success-driven and fun atmosphere.   Key Responsibilities: Lead day to day communications and support for existing Merlin member companies Contribute to member acquisition strategy Manage the end-to-end application process for prospective members;, evaluating application materials, clearly communicating application outcomes and recommendations Stay deeply knowledgeable about and effectively communicate the complexities of commercial deal terms, content operations and integrations, reporting and data specifics, pitching and marketing opportunities, tools and marketplace developments Demonstrate strong commercial sensibility Actively contribute toward improving processes and developing scalable solutions Pursue professional development opportunities, represent the company at industry conferences and events, and be adaptable as the role and organisation evolve.   Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working at digital music companies, record labels, distributors/aggregators or artist/label services companies Strong understanding of the digital music industry, music distribution, the mechanics of the digital music supply chain and tools and opportunities available via digital music platforms Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a disciplined adherence to commercial awareness and confidentiality Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster commercial relationships and adapt communication styles to suit stakeholders of diverse backgrounds Active listening skills to accurately respond to inquiries and requests Ability to establish a high degree of credibility and rapport with senior level executives across independent music companies Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Airtable and familiarity with task management programs and contact management systems Comfortable prioritizing multiple issues/tasks   Preferred Qualifications: Established network of contacts with independent music companies and digital partners   Compensation: A competitive salary, incentive, and benefits package will be offered, commensurate with the role and the relevant experience of the final hire.   Equal Opportunity and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Merlin is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Further, the company strives to create a diverse, welcoming, equitable and inclusive environment for all applicants, employees, member companies and partners.   The Company: Merlin provides independents the means to control their digital business in direct partnerships with leading digital music services. Merlin is a member led, music focused organization providing digital music licensing for independents across the globe. Members benefit from Merlin's premium deals, but work directly with key digital partners. Our membership consists of independent labels, distributors, and other rights-holders, representing tens of thousands of labels and hundreds of thousands of artists from every country in the world. Merlin's approach has enabled our membership to grow to represent 15% of the global market share. Merlin's membership includes independents such as Absolute Label Services, Amuse, anjunabeats, Armada Music, AudioSalad, Better Noise Music, Casete, Curb, Domino Recording Co, Epitaph Records, Exceleration, Hopeless Records, IDOL, Kontor New Media, Mad Decent, Measurable Accurate Digital Solutions, Mills Records, Mushroom Music, Nettwerk Music Group, Ninja Tune, Redeye, Republic of Music, Revelator, Secret City, Secretly, Stones Throw, Starbase, Sub Pop, Toolroom Records, Warp, Zebralution and hundreds more. Merlin has deals with nearly 40 digital services, including partners like Apple, Audiomack, AWA, Boomplay, Canva, Deezer, JioSaavn, KKBox, Meta, NetEase, Pandora, Peloton, Snap, SoundCloud, Spotify, Tencent, Twitch, Vevo, YouTube, and many other global, regional and strategic partners, as well as being in conversations with dozens more. Merlin has team resources in London, New York, Berlin, North Carolina and Tokyo. To apply please send your CV to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk 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.

  Manager, Commercial Partnerships The Opportunity: The Manager, Commercial Partnerships role is suited to an enthusiastic digital music professional with demonstrable experience in partnerships, business development and/or marketing roles within digital music companies, record labels, distributors/aggregators, or artist and label services businesses. Merlin's Commercial Partnerships team leads the day-to-day management of relationships with global digital music partners across streaming, UGC, social music, and emerging technologies. Working closely with Business Affairs/Legal and member-facing teams, and maintaining a strategic view of the marketplace, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing relationships with existing partners, engaging early with new partners, and maximising opportunities to drive commercial value from Merlin's best-in-class deals.   Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day communications with and support for a subset of Merlin's existing and prospective digital music service partners to maximise opportunities to drive commercial value for Merlin member and partner companies. Support senior Commercial Partnerships executives in the management of key partner relationships, including gaining insights into partner developments and advocating for the needs and priorities of Merlin and its member companies. Collaborate closely and communicate effectively with relevant internal stakeholders across Business Affairs/Legal, Partnership Operations, Global Membership Development, Member Relations and Business Analytics and Insights to support performance, development, and revenue growth across different platforms, products, tiers and business models. Maintain a strong working knowledge of, and effectively communicate, the complexities of commercial deal terms, content operations and integrations, pitching and marketing opportunities, reporting and data insights, tools and broader market trends and developments. Balance strategic thinking with the practical needs of multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Actively contribute toward improving processes and developing scalable solutions. Pursue professional development opportunities, represent the company at industry conferences and events, and be adaptable as the role and organisation evolve.   Required Experience, Skills and Abilities: 3+ years of experience within digital music companies, record labels, distributors/aggregators or artist/label services companies. Strong understanding of the digital music industry, including music distribution, the digital music supply chain and the tools and opportunities available via digital platforms. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong commercial awareness, discretion, and the ability to concisely advise senior management. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to foster strong commercial relationships and adapt communication styles to diverse stakeholders. Ability to collaborate effectively across functional areas and build strong internal relationships. Demonstrate strong commercial sensibility and awareness. Strategic mindset, with the ability to shift between different modes of thinking and manage multiple priorities effectively. Detail and process oriented, with high integrity and strong organisational skills. Strong analytical skills, using data and market insights to inform decision-making. Comfortable prioritising multiple issues and working under pressure. Passion for music, technology, and supporting independent rights holders. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Airtable and familiarity with data and task management tools. Established network of contacts across independent music companies and digital service partners.   Compensation: A competitive salary, incentive, and benefits package will be offered, commensurate with the role and the relevant experience of the hire.   Equal Opportunity and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Merlin is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Further, the company strives to create a diverse, welcoming, equitable and inclusive environment for all applicants, employees, member companies and partners.   The Company: Merlin provides independents the means to control their digital business in direct partnerships with leading digital music services. Merlin is a member led, music focused organization providing digital music licensing for independents across the globe. Members benefit from Merlin's premium deals, but work directly with key digital partners. Our membership consists of independent labels, distributors, and other rights-holders, representing tens of thousands of labels and hundreds of thousands of artists from every country in the world. Merlin's approach has enabled our membership to grow to represent 15% of the global market share. Merlin's membership includes independents such as Absolute Label Services, Amuse, Armada Music, AudioSalad, Better Noise Music, Casete, Curb, Domino Recording Co, Epitaph Records, Exceleration, Hopeless Records, IDOL, Kontor New Media, Mad Decent, Measurable Accurate Digital Solutions, Mills Records, MNRK, Mushroom Music, Nettwerk Music Group, Ninja Tune, Redeye, Republic of Music, Revelator, Secret City, Secretly, Stones Throw, Starbase, Sub Pop, Warp, Zebralution and hundreds more. Merlin has deals with nearly 40 digital services, including partners like Apple, Audiomack, AWA, Boomplay, Canva, Deezer, JioSaavn, KKBox, Meta, NetEase, Pandora, Peloton, Snap, SoundCloud, Spotify, Tencent, Twitch, Vevo, YouTube, and many other global, regional and strategic partners, as well as being in conversations with dozens more.Merlin has team resources in London, New York, Berlin, North Carolina and Tokyo. To apply, please send your CV to hannah.keighley@handle.co.uk 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 are looking for an ambitious Sales Manager to join our client, selling premium hospitality across six flagship Arts, Entertainment, and Tennis events and delivering unforgettable experiences for their clients. West London | Hybrid - 3 Days a week in office About the Role Our client's Hospitality Department delivers outstanding experiences and generates revenue across some of London's most iconic events, including:Summer: Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic, Taste of London, Hampton Court Palace Festival, Blenheim Palace FestivalWinter: Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, Glide at Battersea Power StationYear-round: Lift 109 at Battersea Power StationThis is a 360° sales role encompassing lead generation, proactive sales, client account management, and hands-on delivery at events. From Michelin-star dining packages to bespoke Christmas party experiences, no two days are the same. The Ideal CandidateGenuine passion for live events and hospitality sales3-4+ years proven sales experience, ideally in events, hospitality, or related industriesThrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environmentExperience in managing teams and leadershipConfident managing the full sales cycle and building lasting client relationshipsThis is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, high-performing team working on some of the UK's most loved events. Key ResponsibilitiesMaximise revenue to achieve/exceed event targetsMeet deadlines and work effectively under pressureMaintain high activity levels (40+ dials/day, 5+ effective calls)Manage and lead a sales team to ensure targets are metArrange and attend meetings with new and existing clientsProactively source leads from multiple channelsMaintain and develop the sales database and client communicationsCollaborate with sales team and other internal departments (marketing, operations, accounts, PR)Contribute ideas to enhance events and identify new opportunitiesTranslate marketing strategies into exhibitor sales benefitsMaintain and update floor plans, sales sheets, and mailersExecute consistent sales communication schedules and follow-up processesDeliver excellent client service and on-site hospitalityEnsure re-booking processes are followed to maintain event integrityTake ownership of tasks, manage agendas, and deliver independentlyKey Results AreasAchieve and exceed personal and team sales targetsEnsure lead and show targets are met/exceededMaintain timely, high-quality client communicationsDeliver dependable, professional client serviceContribute creatively to event content and client relationship developmentMaintain accurate weekly and monthly sales forecasting Strengths & SkillsProven sales/event sales experienceStrong IT competency, especially Microsoft OfficeExcellent telesales experience and resultsExperience in sales planning and managing teamsHighly organised with strong attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communicationCommercially aware yet client-focusedAble to work under pressure and deliver results through othersInitiative-driven, solution-oriented, and creativeWorking arrangementsLocation: Chiswick Park, LondonPermanent contract, 9-5 pmOccasional weekend work at events (e.g., Taste of London, Hampton Court Palace Festival)Occasional travel for client meetings Apply today to further 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.

Calling all experienced receptionist in London, seeking temporary positions within the creative industry. At handle we specialise in roles within the creative field including TV, Film, Music, Advertising, Fashion and Sports. We are seeking candidates who are looking for flexible reception work. The duration of reception roles can vary from day work up to 12 months. Please note - this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future opportunities. If you're interested in these types of opportunities and are available for immediate/ ASAP start, we encourage you to apply as we would love to keep you updated about Temp and Contract EA opportunities coming up. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for. Receptionist Duties Include: Responsible for managing the front desk First point of contact for all visitors - meeting and greeting Answering the switchboard and transferring calls to the relevant department Managing the office calendars and meeting room diaries Ordering office supplies Ad-hoc admin support when required Receptionist Requirements:  Previous receptionist experience Excellent telephone manner Strong communication, written and verbal Punctual and professional attitude   You can also find all of our current other vacant job opportunities on our website. As mentioned, this is an expression of interest advertisement and not an active job vacancy. We're advertising this "position" so we can connect with new job seekers for future Temp and Contract opportunities. If you're already registered with Handle Recruitment please reach out to your relevant consult to find out about what jobs we're currently hiring for.   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.