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Sales Recruitment | Handle Recruitment

We work with companies that take their brand seriously.

All3media
Asprey
Banijay UK
BMG Rights Management Services (UK) Ltd
CAA
Chiswick Park
Clarion Events
Disney
Endeavor
ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA
Expedia
Financial Times
FREMANTLE
Immediate Media Company London Limited
LMAX
Merlin
National Gallery
NBC Universal
Nineteen
Northstar Travel Media Limited
Promoveritas
Seen Group
Sony Music Entertainment UK Limited
Sony Pictures
Togathar
Universal Music
Warner Music
WBD
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1 minutes ago
Award Entry Processor - Festival of Creativity
London
Up to £14.80 per annum
Temporary
Handle Recruitment are proud to be working with the leading International Festival of Creativity to recruit a team of Award Entry Processors for the run up to the 2026 festival. The festival is widely regarded as the Oscars of the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world so it is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative, advertising and event industries!*This is temporary position to start 14th April and ending 22nd May, full-time hours. Pay rate £14.80ph, hybrid working Central London*Each year, the festival receives over 40,000 entries from 90 countries around the globe that are then passed over to juries for the judging process to begin. You will be part of a dedicated Awards team, providing support to the Award Coordinators and Processor Coordinator, acting as a first point of contact for all related entry issues.Key responsibilities will include:Initial check of entries into the festival adhere to the rules and criteriaEntry processing and dealing with customer queries when necessaryMeticulous quality control of entries prior to on-site judgingAssisting with the pre judging stage for entries before onsite judging commencesAssisting with the supervision of juries, presentation of the entries to the jury and providing direct support to the Award Coordinators at all timesTo be successful in the role you will have:Accuracy and attention to detailProficiency with Microsoft Office and all its applicationsExcellent communication skills - ability to compose professional and articulate emails, with a confident and helpful telephone mannerStrong organisational skillsAvailability to begin a temporary role in AprilAn active interest or experience/education across creative industries is preferablePlease apply now for a further conversation! 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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10 minutes ago
Awards Coordinator - Festival of Creativity
London
Up to £16 per annum
Temporary
Handle Recruitment are proud to be working with the leading International Festival of Creativity to recruit a team of Award Coordinators for the run up to the 2026 festival. The festival is widely regarded as the Oscars of the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world so it is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative, advertising and event industries!*This is temporary position to start 8th April and planned to end-June, full-time hours. Pay rate £16ph, hybrid working Central London*Each year, the festival receives over 40,000 entries from 90 countries around the globe that are then passed over to juries for the judging process to begin. You will be part of a dedicated Awards team, providing support in the London office as well as the opportunity to work on site for the lead-up of the festival in Cannes, France in June. Key responsibilities will include:Checking the work of entry processors and signing off complete submissions in preparation for judgingEntry processing and dealing with customer queries when necessaryMeticulous quality control of entries prior to on-site judging. Preparing entry materials, analysis and calculation of entry data for production of preparatory judging schedulesManaging the pre judging stage for entries before onsite judging commencesAdministration for and supervision of juries, presentation of the entries to the jury and providing direct support to the appointed jury president and jurorsManage jury discussion and awarding of prizes on site or over videoTo be successful in the role you will have:Initiative and self-motivation, accuracy and attention to detailProficiency with Microsoft Office and all its applicationsExcellent communication skills - ability to compose professional and articulate emails, with a confident and helpful telephone mannerAbility to take direction working within a team and confidence to take on a leadership role when required - experience in running a small team is highly preferable.Able to multitask and prioritise workload accordingly, with flexibility and capacity to undertake varied ad hoc tasksAvailability to join a temporary position in April with full commitment through to June, must be able to travel to France in JuneAn active interest or experience/education across creative industries is preferablePlease apply now for a further conversation! 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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20 minutes ago
AI Verification Processor - Festival of Creativity
London
Up to £14.80 per annum
Temporary
Handle Recruitment is seeking candidates confident with working with AI who are passionate about advertising, marketing, events or other areas of media to join an International Festival of Creativity in the run up to the 2026 event.The festival is highly reputable and widely regarded as the Oscars of the advertising, brand marketing and creative communications world, so it is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking to gain invaluable experience within the creative, advertising and events industries!*This is temporary position to start 8th April and planned to end 22nd May. Full-time hours, pay rate £14.80ph, hybrid working Central London*As an AI Processor you will directly support the Awards Operations team and ensure accurate identification and verification of AI-generated content in campaign entries. Your responsibilities will include:Analysing campaign entries to identify potential AI-generated content across text, images, video, and audioConducting thorough verification checks using AI detection tools and manual assessment techniquesPerforming meticulous quality control to ensure entries comply with AI disclosure requirementsCreating detailed verification reports and flag entries requiring further reviewHandling queries from entrants regarding AI usage guidelines and disclosure requirementsTo be successful in the role you will have:High levels of attention to detail and familiarity with navigating AI Proficiency with Microsoft Office and all its applicationsExcellent communication skills - ability to compose professional and articulate emails, with a confident and helpful telephone mannerStrong organisational skills, with self-motivation to multitaskAn active interest or experience/education across creative industries is preferablePlease apply now for a further conversation! 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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38 minutes ago
Digital Content Marketing Manager
London
£45000 - £47000 per annum
Permanent
We are seeking a commercially driven Digital Content Marketing Manager to join our client's Global Digital Team. This role will lead AI-driven content strategy, SEO, blog development and digital PR to drive brand visibility and sustainable organic growth across international markets.Working cross-functionally with Brand, PR, Creator, Onsite Content and Digital Delivery teams - alongside external agencies - you will deliver integrated campaigns that increase traffic, engagement and revenue.This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who combines strategic thinking with strong execution and thrives in a fast-paced, performance-focused environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDigital TransformationLead SEO strategy during an e-commerce platform migration (Hybris to Shopify), safeguarding traffic, rankings and revenue.Implement SEO-friendly Shopify architecture (URLs, templates, redirects, indexation).Define KPIs, monitor risk, and drive post-migration optimisation to restore and grow performance.SEO & Content StrategyDevelop and execute a data-led SEO content strategy to improve organic visibility.Own on-site SEO across product and category pages (metadata, structure, optimisation).Lead blog planning, creation and optimisation aligned to commercial goals.Conduct keyword research and apply SEO best practice.Manage SEO agency partners and performance reporting.LLM / AI Content OptimisationOwn strategy for AI/LLM content optimisation across search and retrieval experiences.Build scalable content frameworks to improve AI discoverability and citation.Guide creator content production in line with AI ingestion best practice.Define roadmaps, priorities and success metrics for AI content initiatives.Digital PR & CollaborationManage digital PR agencies to deliver SEO-led authority and category growth.Align PR, affiliate and influencer activity to create cohesive campaigns.Report on SEO, content and digital PR performance.Manage budgets effectively and monitor industry trends.About YouStrong background in SEO and digital content, ideally within retail or e-commerce.Hands-on executor with strategic oversight capability.Confident using Gen-AI tools for content creation and optimisation.Experienced in managing agencies and cross-functional stakeholders.Data-driven, analytical and commercially minded.Excellent communication and project management skills.Work EnvironmentHybrid working: three days per week in the office, with the remainder remote. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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1 day ago
Group Financial Accountant - Sport
London
£65000.00 - £70000.00 per annum + Bonus + Package
Permanent
Group Financial Accountant - SportGlobal 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 FinanceCoordinate and communicate month end timetables to groupManaging period close in NetsuiteIntercompany reconciliation and eliminationPrepare and maintain schedules for group balance sheet i.e. fixed assets, goodwill, intangibles, shares/investments, deferred tax, NCIManaging Netsuite and Adaptive chart of accountsReportingCoordinate and collate subsidiary submissions, review and query with subsidiaries, prepare reportsGroup month end P&L and balance sheetGroup Cash flow consolidationExternal FinancePreparation of support and notes for statutory accountsReview of subsidiary statutory accounts (with Group FC)Review of local GAAPs to AASB (e.g. lease calculations)Assisting with group audit queriesOtherAd hoc support across the Group's Finance, Legal and HR functionsSkills & Credentials:Qualified accountant with 0-2 years post-qualification experienceKnowledge or experience of media and/or sporting industry preferredPrevious experience within group reporting preferredPrevious experience with Netsuite preferredRefined oral and written communication skills including email, phone, and video conferencing mannerismsFluent 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 teamStakeholder management skills, understanding the various audiences you will interact both internally and externallyAbility to collaborate with various stakeholders where required to achieve common goals and meet timelinesExceptional organisation, particularly planning and delivering on timeAbility 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.
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3 days ago
Management Accountant - Creative Agency
London
£45000.00 - £65000.00 per annum
Permanent
Management AccountantHandle Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a leading creative agency in their search for a Management Accountant.This opportunity is ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) finance professional who is looking to play a key, forward-thinking role within a dynamic finance function. Working closely with the CFO and senior stakeholders, you will provide meaningful commercial insight and support strategic decision-making across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, including:Profit & loss analysisBalance sheet reviews and reconciliationsKey metric reporting and supporting schedulesAnalysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing clear commercial insights and actionable recommendationsMonitoring and controlling costs, identifying efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunitiesReviewing client profitability, highlighting margin performance and supporting commercial reportingSupporting the annual budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department headsConducting regular financial review meetings with department managers to ensure alignment with budget and strategic objectivesWeekly review of creditors and WIP, escalating issues to the CFO or partners as requiredSupporting external audits and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulationsPreparing monthly/quarterly VAT returns and assisting with corporate tax processesSupporting the implementation of intercompany invoicing processesManaging cash flow, including preparation of a 13-week cash flow forecastDeveloping expertise in the Paprika system and driving continuous financial process improvementsProviding holiday cover within the finance teamDelivering ad-hoc reporting and analysis as requiredSkills, Knowledge & ExperienceACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified (or finalist/qualified)Proven experience in a Management Accountant role, ideally within the communications or creative sectorStrong understanding of financial principles and accounting standardsExperience with intercompany invoicingPaprika accounting system experience is essentialAdvanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, IF statements, etc.)Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesStrong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressureExcellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholdersDemonstrable experience of streamlining or implementing improved financial processesCollaborative team player 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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3 days ago
Partner Rights Delivery Manager
London
Up to £200 per day
Temporary
Handle recruitment are looking for a partner rights delivery manager to join our clients trailblazing event in women's sport! Location: London - Hybrid (2-3 days a week in office, based on event schedule) Pay: Up to £200 a day Temporary role - 5 Month ContractObjective The Women's T20 World Cup 2026 - Partner Rights Delivery Manager is the primary commercial liaison between the client's commercial team and Host/Host Venues across sponsorship and licensing. This role is responsible for the operational delivery of all partner rights and benefits, acting as the key link between event partners and the Host organisation to ensure contractual compliance and seamless on-ground execution.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the day-to-day lead for assigned sponsors, owning delivery of contractual rights and benefits.Develop and manage the operational plan for the sponsorship and licensing programme, including timelines and implementation manuals.Lead planning and delivery of partner activations, VIK, accreditation, invoicing and guidelines alongside Partnerships & Licensing account managers.Serve as the primary operational contact with the Host organisation, ensuring venue compliance and approved partner activity.Track and monitor Host Agreement deliverables to ensure timely execution.Oversee artwork approvals, signage plans and match management documentation.Coordinate with ticketing and hospitality teams on allocations, portals, reporting and invoicing.Plan event-time resourcing and manage on-site logistics for the sponsorship and licensing team.Attend venue inspections, manage readiness checks and produce post-inspection reports.Deliver partner workshops and provide operational guidance to the sales team.Provide regular operational updates to stakeholders.Manage post-event commercial wrap-up and produce a delivery report with recommendations. Match Responsibilities Pre-MatchConduct venue readiness checks against sponsorship and licensing standards.Ensure suppliers, sponsors and licensees deliver in line with agreements.Coordinate remedial actions and support final match preparations.Submit readiness reports to senior stakeholders.Match DayConfirm venue readiness prior to gates opening.Act as the on-site escalation point for sponsorship and licensing matters.Oversee activations, hospitality and award presentations.Monitor ambush marketing risks.Complete and circulate post-match reports. Experience & SkillsMinimum three years' experience in events, within commercial rights or sports event management.Strong understanding of cricket and major sporting events.Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Confident using MS Office.Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a small, fast-paced team.Passion for sport and brands, with flexibility to work extended hours during events. 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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3 days ago
Sales Manager - Events
London
Plus Commission
Permanent
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.
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5 days ago
Finance Assistant - Music
London
£26000.00 - £28000.00 per annum
Permanent
Handle Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a dynamic, London-based music merchandising company in their search for an Accounts Assistant.Operating across touring, retail, licensing, e-commerce and custom supply throughout the UK and Europe, this fast-paced and growing business is looking for a proactive finance professional to support the Finance Manager in the day-to-day running of the finance function.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build their career in finance within an exciting and creative industry.The RoleThe Accounts Assistant will support across a broad range of finance duties, including but not limited to:Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring accurate codingProcessing purchase and sales invoicesReconciling purchase ledger entries to supplier statementsChasing overdue debtorsSetting monthly exchange ratesMatching EU import documentation to invoicingPosting journalsProcessing staff expensesAssisting with year-end preparationSupporting with ad-hoc financial tasks as requiredAbout YouWe're looking for someone organised, detail-oriented and eager to grow within a supportive finance team.You will have:Intermediate Excel skills (including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs)QuickBooks knowledge (advantageous but not essential)Multi-currency experienceStrong attention to accuracy and detailThe ability to work independently as well as collaborativelyA positive, proactive attitudeA genuine eagerness to learn and develop new skillsWhat's on OfferA varied role within an exciting music merchandising businessExposure to UK and European finance operationsAAT study support for the right candidateOffice-based role in London, with potential for hybrid working in the futureIf you're looking to develop your finance career in a vibrant and growing company, we'd 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.
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10 days ago
Sports Marketing Manager
London
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per annum
Permanent
Handle recruitment are looking for a Marketing Manager to join a global tour within one of the world's fastest-growing sports. Central London (office-based, 5 days) with frequent travel to tournaments and events. Permanent | Full Time Up to £60,000 based on experiencePosition Summary: Our client is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead the delivery of the global marketing and campaign strategy for its international sports tour, driving fan engagement, commercial activation, and brand growth. The successful candidate will deliver integrated marketing campaigns that build awareness, deepen fandom, and unlock partner value, working closely with commercial clients and key internal stakeholders. Grounded in audience insights and a strong understanding of both current and future fans, this role will shape brand positioning and storytelling, translating insights into innovative and effective campaigns across paid, earned, and owned channels. Availability for out-of-hours work will be required during tournament weeks (Monday-Sunday). The successful candidate will be expected to travel to tournaments on a rotational basis with other team members and provide remote support when not travelling, as required.Responsibilities: Key Focus AreasBrand DevelopmentCampaign Management Brand DevelopmentAct as the voice of the fan and player, applying global and local audience insights and demographic understanding to influence marketing programmes and campaign investment.Ensure the brand story is consistently communicated across all channels and aligned with the overarching marketing strategy.Maintain consistency in brand messaging across all touchpoints, ensuring local market execution aligns with global strategy and brand guidelines.Take full accountability, alongside the Creative team, for managing the creative process and delivering highly engaging, standout creative output.Deliver against overall brand KPIs (reach and engagement) as part of the wider marketing strategy.Collaborate closely with Communications, Content, and Digital teams to maximise the impact and reach of brand-led initiatives.Support the continued growth of associated brands to drive sustained awareness and audience expansion. Campaign DevelopmentBuild 360°omnichannel marketing plans aligned with overall business objectives to:Increase brand awarenessSupport the fan journey both online and offlineDrive direct-to-fan relationships through ongoing engagement and data ownershipOwn the Marketing Plan, developing and briefing campaigns for cross-functional execution by the wider Marketing and Communications teams and external agencies, engaging both existing and new fans and players.Translate key insights (internal and wider market) into targeted, relevant campaigns for defined audience segments.Utilise relevant internal and external data sources to inform planning, drive brand growth, deepen engagement, and support conversion where applicable.Drive brand growth through commercial partners by creatively activating campaigns across online and offline channels to deliver against both partner and organisational KPIs.Nurture and grow owned audiences through CRM channels (app, email, website), increasing loyalty through segmentation and personalised communications.Analyse campaign performance, optimise activity against measurable KPIs, and report findings to improve future planning and effectiveness.Manage budgets for designated campaigns, ensuring accurate tracking and accountability of all associated costs.Identify and support opportunities for new revenue growth, including content distribution and monetisation initiatives.Monitor and report on brand metrics, performance indicators, and campaign ROI. Requirements of the role:Degree or equivalent qualification in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.5+ years' experience in marketing, brand, or publishing roles, ideally within sport and/or entertainment.Experience using CRM platforms and marketing automation tools.Strong analytical skills, with experience tracking and reporting on campaign performance.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A passion for creating engaging and compelling marketing content.Familiarity with SEO, PPC, and paid social advertising is advantageous.Highly organised with strong project management skills and keen attention to detail.Creative thinker with a proactive, solution-focused mindset. Benefits of joining our client:Competitive salary.Private health insurance (including dental cover) following completion of the probationary period.Enhanced pension scheme (salary sacrifice available): employer contribution of 8.34%, with a minimum employee contribution of 4.17%.Life assurance (4x salary).25 days annual leave, plus birthday leave. Apply below today to proceed your application to the next stage! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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11 days ago
Digital Product Manager
London
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per annum
Permanent
Handle Recruitment are looking for a Digital Product Manager, this is a super exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a global sports tour, within one of the world's fastest-growing sports.Central London (office-based, 5 days per week) with frequent travel to tournaments and events Permanent | Full Time Salary up to £60,000 based on experiencePosition Summary Our client is seeking a Digital Product Manager to own and evolve its digital ecosystem (website, app, and Player Portal, plus broadcast integrations), while shaping the roadmap for future digital products that deepen fan engagement, support players, and unlock commercial growth. The successful candidate will take ownership of key digital initiatives across owned and operated platforms, delivering best-in-class digital experiences that balance audience needs with business priorities. Availability for out-of-hours work may be required during tournament weeks (Monday-Sunday). The successful candidate will be expected to travel to tournaments on a rotational basis with other team members and provide remote support when not travelling, as needed.ResponsibilitiesOwn and deliver a clear product vision and roadmap for the organisation's digital platforms, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives and audience needs.Lead the ongoing development of the website, app, and Player Portal, with a focus on scalability and future digital product innovation.Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle from discovery and requirements gathering through to launch and iteration.Support the integration of live sports data (scores, stats, insights) into digital platforms and broadcast products to enhance fan engagement.Drive the growth of content and experience capabilities across the digital portfolio, with a strong focus on app innovation, video, and interactive features.Partner closely with Content, Commercial, Communications, Broadcast, Operations, Player Services, and wider internal stakeholders to align priorities and deliver high-quality output.Utilise data insights and fan behaviour to inform product decisions, measure success, and continuously optimise performance.Champion seamless, intuitive, and engaging user experiences that increase engagement, retention, and frequency of use.Support the evolution of the digital stack to ensure platforms are robust, scalable, secure, and future-ready, including evaluating new tools and technologies.Evolve a data-ready tech stack that supports consumer data collection, segmentation, and targeted fan communications. Requirements6+ years' experience in digital product management, preferably within sports, media, or entertainment.Experience working on high-traffic consumer platforms (web, app, or OTT).Good understanding of APIs, CMS platforms, identity stacks (SSO/CRM), analytics, and cloud environments.Exposure to live streaming, VOD workflows, or sports data products is highly desirable.Comfortable working in agile, cross-functional teams with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into actionable product improvements.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits of joining our client:Competitive salary.International travel!Private health insurance (including dental cover) after completion of the probationary period.Enhanced pension scheme (salary sacrifice available): employer contribution of 8.34%, with a minimum employee contribution of 4.17%.Life assurance (4x salary).25 days annual leave, plus birthday leave. If you would like to proceed your application to the next stage, apply below today! 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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25 days ago
HR Advisor - Theatre
London
£40000.00 - £43000.00 per annum
Permanent
A theatre organisation is looking for a HR Advisor to join their team as soon as possible. This is a multi-site role, supporting a variety of theatres across the West End.This role sits right at the heart of the organisation, supporting the full employee lifecycle from all administration to recruitment. This also includes support with employee relations - you'll be someone people feel comfortable coming to early, whether it's a tricky conversation, a sounding board moment, or guidance through change.You'll enjoy the day-to-day of HR, but you'll also be curious about how things work behind the scenes. You'll have an eye for operations and a genuine interest in how data, systems and processes can be streamlined to make everyone's lives easier. The ideal candidate will carve out the time to improve workflows, clean up reporting, and ultimately influence change throughout the business.The ideal candidate will be personable with a high EQ and the ability to adapt your partnering style to front of house, technicians and corporate teams alike. You'll understand the pressures of a fast-moving, customer-facing environment and be comfortable working at pace. A genuine interest in the theatre or wider creative sector would be advantageous!If you're passionate about people, curious about operations, and excited by the idea of supporting a theatre company to do its best work, we'd 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.
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25 days ago
Delegate Sales Executive - French Speaking
London
£27000 - £30000 per annum + + Uncapped Commission
Permanent
Handle Recruitment is working with an award-winning events and conference business to recruit a junior sales professional who is fluent in both French and English.Location: Hybrid, 4 days per week in West London Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 plus uncapped commission Fluency in French is essential for this role.The OpportunityOur client is a leading producer of investment conferences within Africa's energy sector, with a strong reputation for delivering high-profile international events for senior decision-makers. Their flagship conference is widely regarded as the premier event for Africa's power and energy sectors, alongside a portfolio of targeted investment meetings held in emerging markets with strong power generation potential. Recent events have taken place in global locations including Lisbon, Brussels, Miami, Cape Town, Cartagena, Lima, Panama City, Nairobi and Dar es Salaam.This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic sectors globally, the African power sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling delegate passes across a portfolio of award-winning conferences, ranging from long-established flagship events to newer initiatives aimed at developing future industry leaders.The RoleReporting to the Group Director, Sales Performance, the Delegate Sales Executive position is a phone-based sales role focused on building new relationships and developing existing client accounts. The ideal candidate will be professional, commercially minded and confident, with a clear understanding of effective sales processes. They will be a self-starter who sets realistic but ambitious targets, tracks performance accurately and demonstrates a strong desire for continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Selling delegate passes over the phone to existing and prospective clients in both English and French to meet revenue targetsCreating, developing and maintaining strong client relationships through a consultative sales approach, clearly demonstrating the value of attending conferencesStaying informed on market developments and identifying new growth areas for salesMaintaining high standards of customer careSupporting the development of sales strategies and initiatives with the line manager to drive conference and personal growthLiaising with marketing and management teams to follow up on enquiries, upselling opportunities, database updates, new business, group sales and reportingMonitoring and evaluating competitor activitySupporting accounts teams to ensure timely payment of customer invoices Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours Fluent in both French and EnglishCommercially minded with strong market and product awarenessExcellent listening, communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational and time management abilitiesConfident, resilient and able to perform well under pressureCustomer-focused with strong problem-solving skillsAbility to negotiate effectively and build rapport quicklyHighly driven, ambitious and tenacious with a strong desire to exceed targetsDemonstrates effective objection handling, credibility and trust-building skillsFlexible and willing to travel internationally when requiredUnderstanding of French-speaking and/or Spanish-speaking business cultures is advantageous Apply below today to proceed your application to the next stage! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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25 days ago
Delegate Sales Executive - French Speaking
London
£27000 - £30000 per annum + + Uncapped Commission
Permanent
Handle Recruitment is working with an award-winning events and conference business to recruit a junior sales professional who is fluent in both French and English.Location: Hybrid, 4 days per week in West London Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 plus uncapped commission Fluency in French is essential for this role.The OpportunityOur client is a leading producer of investment conferences within Africa's energy sector, with a strong reputation for delivering high-profile international events for senior decision-makers. Their flagship conference is widely regarded as the premier event for Africa's power and energy sectors, alongside a portfolio of targeted investment meetings held in emerging markets with strong power generation potential. Recent events have taken place in global locations including Lisbon, Brussels, Miami, Cape Town, Cartagena, Lima, Panama City, Nairobi and Dar es Salaam.This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic sectors globally, the African power sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling delegate passes across a portfolio of award-winning conferences, ranging from long-established flagship events to newer initiatives aimed at developing future industry leaders.The RoleReporting to the Group Director, Sales Performance, the Delegate Sales Executive position is a phone-based sales role focused on building new relationships and developing existing client accounts. The ideal candidate will be professional, commercially minded and confident, with a clear understanding of effective sales processes. They will be a self-starter who sets realistic but ambitious targets, tracks performance accurately and demonstrates a strong desire for continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Selling delegate passes over the phone to existing and prospective clients in both English and French to meet revenue targetsCreating, developing and maintaining strong client relationships through a consultative sales approach, clearly demonstrating the value of attending conferencesStaying informed on market developments and identifying new growth areas for salesMaintaining high standards of customer careSupporting the development of sales strategies and initiatives with the line manager to drive conference and personal growthLiaising with marketing and management teams to follow up on enquiries, upselling opportunities, database updates, new business, group sales and reportingMonitoring and evaluating competitor activitySupporting accounts teams to ensure timely payment of customer invoices Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours Fluent in both French and EnglishCommercially minded with strong market and product awarenessExcellent listening, communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational and time management abilitiesConfident, resilient and able to perform well under pressureCustomer-focused with strong problem-solving skillsAbility to negotiate effectively and build rapport quicklyHighly driven, ambitious and tenacious with a strong desire to exceed targetsDemonstrates effective objection handling, credibility and trust-building skillsFlexible and willing to travel internationally when requiredUnderstanding of French-speaking and/or Spanish-speaking business cultures is advantageous Apply below today to proceed your application to the next stage! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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26 days ago
Artworker / Motion Designer - (Junior - Mid level)
London
Up to £35000.00 per annum
Permanent
A growing creative agency is looking for a junior midweight designer/artworker with strong motion skills to help deliver standout visual work across social, digital, and branded content.This is a hands-on role for someone who's just as comfortable refining layouts as they are bringing ideas to life through motion. If you enjoy variety, pace, and working across different formats and clients, this one's for you.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team at a growing agency who work with a broad range of clients.What you'll be doingThis role is split between design/artwork and motion graphics.Design & ArtworkCreating and adapting social, digital, and campaign assetsRolling out visual identities across multiple formats and sizesSupporting creative teams with layout refinements and versioningPreparing accurate, production-ready filesKeeping typography, spacing, and composition sharp and consistentMotionCreating motion graphics and animations for social and digital contentAnimating supplied designs, assets, and style framesAdding motion graphics and visual enhancements to editsWorking primarily in After Effects with a strong understanding of social-first motionDelivering polished animation to tight deadlinesDay to dayCollaborating with designers, editors, and stakeholdersManaging your time across multiple live projectsKeeping files and version control organisedContributing ideas that improve both the work and the workflow 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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26 days ago
Interim Project Manager - Payroll & HRIS Transformation
London
£65000 - £90000 per annum
Temporary
We're seeking an interim Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end transition of HRIS and payroll services at a fast-growing FX business. This fixed-term role requires someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously, and deliver the project on time while maintaining quality, compliance, and alignment across all stakeholders. ResponsibilitiesManage the end-to-end HRIS and payroll transition project, including planning, governance, and risk managementAct as primary liaison with the selected vendor and coordinate internal stakeholders (HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, Legal)Lead requirements gathering, document current and future processes, and oversee data migration and reconciliationManage all testing phases, including system testing, UAT, and parallel payroll runsDevelop and deliver change management, communication, and training materialsOversee go‑live readiness, cutover, and post‑implementation hypercare to ensure smooth transition to business-as-usual operations RequirementsProven experience managing HRIS or payroll implementation/transition projectsStrong understanding of payroll operations, HR systems, data migration, and integrationsSkilled in project planning, stakeholder management, and vendor coordinationAbility to work autonomously, at pace, and deliver high-quality outputs to tight deadlinesStrong analytical skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.)Experience in fixed-term or time-bound project delivery is desirable 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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Their team was incredibly supportive and informative  Throughout the entire process, they provided me with clear communication to help me secure my position as a HR Assistant. Their professionalism and expertise in the HR sector made the process smooth and stress-free.  I am extremely grateful for their help and highly recommend Handle Recruitment to anyone looking for a new opportunity."

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