Handle Recruitment

Handle Recruitment are looking for a Consumer Insights 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. £50,000 to £58,000 based on experience Central London (office-based, 5 days per week) with travel to tournaments and events Permanent Full Time Position Summary Our client is looking for a Consumer Insights Manager to help better understand their fans, markets, players and partners by turning data into actionable insights. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping marketing, commercial and business strategies, ensuring decisions are driven by a strong understanding of the audience and continued business growth. The role will operate as a shared resource across the Marketing & Communications and Commercial teams. Out-of-hours work may be required during tournament weeks, and the successful candidate will travel to tournaments on a rotational basis with other team members. Responsibilities Turn data into actionable insights that drive fan growth, commercial opportunities and business performance. Develop dashboards and reporting to help teams measure success and make informed decisions. Lead brand tracking, audience research and competitive analysis. Analyse fan behaviour and performance data to identify trends and opportunities. Partner with Commercial, Marketing and Business Development teams to support revenue growth and partner value. Translate complex data into clear, engaging presentations and recommendations. Support sponsorship effectiveness studies, campaign measurement and thought leadership projects. Identify new data sources, technologies and AI-driven methodologies to improve insight capabilities. Share key findings internally and externally through presentations, reports, newsletters and industry content. Act as a trusted expert on fan behaviour, consumer trends and developments across the sports and entertainment landscape. Requirements 5+ years' experience in insights, research, analytics or a media-focused role, ideally within sport, media or entertainment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into clear business recommendations. Experience with reporting tools, dashboards and data visualisation. Excellent storytelling and presentation skills. A curious mindset with a passion for understanding fans, identifying trends and uncovering opportunities. Interest in emerging technologies, AI and data innovation. Strong organisation and workload management skills. Proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships across teams and stakeholders. A passion for sport, entertainment and media. Benefits Competitive salary. Private health insurance, including dental cover, after completion of probation. Enhanced pension scheme, with the organisation contributing 8.34% and a minimum employee contribution of 4.17%. Life assurance at 4x salary. 25 days' annual leave plus your birthday off. 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.

A leading technology organisation is looking for a skilled Events Producer to deliver impactful global education events that engage and inspire diverse audiences. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a world-class brand shaping the future through innovative initiatives! 12 month contract to begin ASAP, hybrid working in Central London with some international travel. Day rate equivalent of salary £55k In this role you will: Assist in the planning and delivery of a wide range of education events, including live, virtual, and hybrid formats. Manage projects from initial brief through to post-event review, ensuring smooth execution. Coordinate logistics, liaise with vendors, oversee registrations, and handle on-site delivery. Oversee multiple events across different time zones, prioritising tasks effectively. Analyse event data such as attendance, engagement, and ROI to identify improvements. To be successful in this role you will have: Experience in event production, ideally in blue chip/matrix organisation in areas such as tech, media or education. Confidence managing several projects simultaneously. Strong organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail. Experience working with event registration platforms, CRM systems, and vendor negotiations. Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams and C-Level partners. An analytical mindset with experience measuring event success and return on investment. Please apply now for a further conversation! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Full Time in the office is SW London Looking to get your marketing career off to a flying start? We're working with a growing events and media business looking for a Marketing & Digital Assistant to join its busy marketing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to get stuck into digital marketing, content, events, webinars, social media and campaigns, while building valuable experience and learning from an experienced team. What will you be doing? A bit of everything - and that's what makes this role interesting. You'll support marketing campaigns across a portfolio of events and digital products, helping make sure everything goes out on time, looks great and delivers results. You'll be involved in: Supporting email marketing, newsletters and digital campaigns Creating and scheduling social and digital content Updating websites and event listings Helping organise and promote webinars and virtual events Supporting marketing activity before, during and after live events Coordinating sponsor and partner content and digital deliverables Tracking campaigns and reporting on performance Supporting newsletters, event guides and other marketing content Proofreading copy and checking creative Keeping campaign trackers, timelines and projects on track Working with internal teams, speakers, sponsors and external partners No two days will be exactly the same, so if you like variety, staying organised and getting stuck in, you'll enjoy this. What are we looking for? You don't need years of experience. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, a genuine interest in marketing and the drive to learn. You'll ideally be: Organised and great at managing deadlines Detail-focused - you'll spot the typo, missing link or incorrect logo! A confident communicator Proactive and happy to chase things when needed Curious about digital marketing Comfortable with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint A positive team player who enjoys a fast-paced environment Degree in Marketing or equivalent 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 fantastic opportunity to join a global entertainment business as a Senior Finance Data Analyst on an initial 12 month contract. We're looking for someone with experience in finance data, master data or data governance, who is confident working with large datasets and collaborating with stakeholders across Finance and IT. Key responsibilities: Manage and support vendor & customer master data Drive data cleansing and governance activities Analyse large datasets across SAP and other systems Review and approve master data governance change requests Monitor data quality, KPIs and SLAs Work with stakeholders to identify and resolve data issues Ideally, you'll have: 2+ years' relevant experience Strong data analysis and stakeholder management skills SAP experience is highly 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.

We're looking for a Event/Show Accountant to join the finance team of a well know entertainment business. Working closely with the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in managing venue settlements, bookkeeping and the financial administration of live shows across the UK. This role will be on an initial temporary basis with potential to go permanent. Key responsibilities: Process venue settlements and show reconciliations Manage supplier invoices, payment runs and customer invoicing Perform bank, credit card and supplier reconciliations Liaise with venues, promoters and internal stakeholders Support month-end processes and continuous improvement initiatives About you: 2+ years' experience in live entertainment, concert promotions or event finance Experience with Xero and good Excel skills Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're working with a growing theatre company based in Woking, looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead the Production Finance function and support a busy portfolio of live productions. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for a team of four, combining production accounting, technical accounting, tax, cash flow and stakeholder management. Responsibilities: Oversee weekly production reporting, providing General Managers with a clear view of pre-production costs, running profits and show-by-show performance Lead and manage a team of 3 production Finance professionals, ensuring timely and accurate production accounts Oversee monthly management accounts, group reporting and production profit forecasts Manage and oversee production, group, SPV and investor cash flow forecasting and reporting Ensure appropriate technical accounting treatment is applied across productions, including consolidation, equity accounting and level of control considerations Oversee taxation and compliance requirements across productions, including Theatre Tax Relief and other relevant production tax matters Ensure statutory accounts and tax returns are completed accurately and on time Act as a key point of contact for the annual audit, working closely with auditors and senior finance stakeholders Review weekly payment runs and work closely with purchase ledger and payroll teams to ensure effective transactional processing Contribute to budgeting and reforecasting processes, maintaining accurate show-by-show profit forecasts Identify and lead process improvement initiatives, making effective use of existing and new finance systems Provide technical accounting and tax advice to the Productions team and wider business Requirements: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Strong experience within live entertainment, theatre or production finance Proven experience in production accounting, ideally across multiple live productions Strong understanding of the technical accounting, taxation and compliance requirements relevant to live productions, including Theatre Tax Relief Previous line management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a team Comfortable managing multiple priorities and delivering accurate work to tight deadlines Experience of process improvement and finance systems, with a track record of improving processes and ways of working Strong Excel and financial reporting skills Must be able to commute to Woking and work in the office 3 days per 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.

A leading global entertainment organisation is embarking on a significant multi-year business transformation programme and is looking for a Organisational Change Management Director to lead the people side of this journey. This is a high-profile opportunity to shape and deliver the organisational change strategy across a complex transformation portfolio, partnering with senior executives and business leaders to drive adoption, readiness and lasting behavioural change. Key responsibilities: Own and deliver the organisational change strategy across multiple transformation initiatives Partner with executive sponsors and senior stakeholders to embed effective change leadership Build change frameworks, governance and best practices from the ground up Lead adoption, readiness, communications and capability-building activities Identify change risks and ensure successful transition into new ways of working We're looking for: Significant experience leading organisational change within large-scale transformation programmes Proven success driving adoption and behavioural change across complex organisations Experience partnering with senior leadership and influencing without direct authority Strong understanding of change methodologies such as Prosci, ADKAR or similar Experience within global organisations or media/entertainment is advantageous A rare opportunity to join a newly formed transformation function and play a key role in shaping how a global organisation evolves. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior HR Operations Manager - London based Hybrid 3 days per week in the office We're working with a growing media business that is currently on the lookout for an experienced HR Operations Manager e to take ownership all things HR operations, systems and processes. This is a key new hire for the team, and a brilliant role for someone who enjoys making things work better, building the infrastructure to enable the wider People function to deliver a brilliant people experience. Heading up a small team, you'll manage a wide reaching remit across the full employee lifecycle - and rather than building from scratch you will be coming into a decent set up with strong foundations. This role will be all about elevating and streamlining what they have, and futureproofing them ready for continued growth. They are keen to find someone who is just as comfortable rolling up their sleeves and fixing things as they are thinking strategically about how HR should operate in the future. Ideal candidates: You'll have solid experience working in a specialist HR Ops remit Passionate about all things HR Ops, you'll bring ideas to the table and be ahead of the curve - especially on AI and automation! Experienced driving automation, process improvement and operational efficiency. Data driven, strong on reporting and elevating systems to improve decision-making. A strong understanding of the employee lifecycle, including payroll, benefits, reward and HR administration. Knowledgeable on UK employment legislation, compliance and governance. Comfortable leading and developing a small team. Use to managing multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-moving environment. Most importantly, you'll be pragmatic, solutions-focused and naturally curious about how things can be done better. There is continued investment and growth ahead, this is an opportunity to have real influence over how the HR operations function evolves within a growing organisation. if this sounds like you then 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.

People Business Partner London (Hybrid - 4 days office / 1 day home) We are working with a global fintech company which is looking for a commercial People Partner to join their London team. This is an exciting, growing organisation of c400, a market disruptor, and at that stage of maturity you can make change happen and have a real impact. A brilliant growth opportunity for a Business Partner looking for a next step role with clear room to grow. This is a recently reshaped role in the team, a broad generalist remit covering the full employee lifecycle. It's a role in which you will balance strategic partnering with hands on delivery, translating business priorities into pragmatic people plans, coaching and advising senior leaders, and using data to drive insight. This is a sleeves-rolled-up team environment, with an entrepreneurial and agile approach rather than a process heavy corporate people function. A significant part of the role will be the ownership of the culture piece: engagement, EDI and wellbeing. You will bring a passion for creating a meaningful people experience and be able to connect EDI and engagement activity back to the wider HR strategy and business plan. Employee relations is also a focus area. You'll need to be comfortable leading on ER and managing complex and sensitive cases. Although they have a low volume of cases, the team work in very close partnership with their stakeholders, and have a high touch approach, staying close and guiding leaders through processes. About You Around 6/7 years of progressive HR experience, with the past couple of years operating at BP level. Commercially minded, pragmatic and comfortable operating with autonomy in a fast-moving environment. A track record of leading employee engagement and EDI initiatives Demonstrable experience managing complex employee relations cases Strong relationship building and influencing skills A drive to progress within your role and a genuine passion for what you do Financial services/ FinTech or another regulated-sector background is a strong advantage This is an exciting and progressive role with tons of scope to develop, broaden your exposure and grow within the business over time. It would suit someone ambitious and hungry to keep building their career. If this all sounds like you then 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're supporting a client who is looking for a Contingent Workforce Specialist to join their team on an initial three-month interim basis, with potential to move into the permanent role. You'll manage the full lifecycle for the contingent workforce, from onboarding through to offboarding, acting as the go-to point of contact throughout. What you'll need: Solid understanding of IR35, including audits and compliance, plus awareness of broader employment rights Confidence with systems - Beeline experience is a must; SAP and ServiceNow exposure helpful Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills A curious, problem-solving mindset - comfortable digging into nuance and finding answers where none are obvious Great communication skills, including coordinating across time zones A personable, approachable style - you'll be a visible, go-to presence in the office If you've worked with temporary workers, either in house or in an MSP, and are ready to start ASAP - please apply now! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A fast-growing events group are looking for a generalist People Partner to join in a newly created role. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with huge scope for growth. You'll work autonomously, build strong relationships across the business, and have a visible impact, spotting gaps and driving improvement as the People Director's eyes and ears on the ground. You'll lead on day to day operational business partnering as well as refreshing existing HR processes and helping to effectively roll them out. As a new performance management framework beds in, you'll also handle the ER work that comes with it, and play a role in cultural integration as the business grows through acquisition, bringing TUPE knowledge, comms and change management to the table. They also have a ton of projects to get stuck into, particularly around L&D, so experience identifying training needs and organising programmes that land would be preferential. What they're looking for: Generalist HR background with solid employment law knowledge A genuine interest in L&D and talent development A natural relationship-builder, comfortable managing senior stakeholders with clear examples of projects you've pushed through and delivered TUPE/M&A experience is a plus Energy, drive and motivation to grow with a fast-scaling business If this sounds like your next challenge, please 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.

Handle are currently working with a hugely successful global retail business who are looking for an Interim Finance Reconciliations Analyst, to focus on their logistics and customs processes. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced international business, supporting customs compliance and import/export processes across the UK, Europe, North America, and APAC regions. Key responsibilities - Managing customs processes and ensuring compliance across global shipments Working closely with customs brokers and clearing agents Reviewing and analysing master data to identify and resolve discrepancies Supporting internal teams and external stakeholders with customs-related queries Conducting monthly audits of customs declarations and resolving any issues identified Assisting with ad hoc tax and customs projects across multiple jurisdictions Keeping up to date with customs regulations and export documentation requirements Candidate requirements - 2+ years' experience in customs compliance, import/export operations, or tariff classification within a multinational business or advisory firm Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, SUMIFs, etc. Good understanding of UK tax principles, particularly corporation tax Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Confident communicator with the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow Ability to manage priorities effectively in a scaling international business 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.

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 Festival Winter: Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, Glide at Battersea Power Station Year-round: Lift 109 at Battersea Power Station This 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 Candidate Genuine passion for live events and hospitality sales 3-4+ years proven sales experience, ideally in events, hospitality, or related industries Thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment Experience in managing teams and leadership Confident managing the full sales cycle and building lasting client relationships This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, high-performing team working on some of the UK's most loved events. Key Responsibilities Maximise revenue to achieve/exceed event targets Meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure Maintain high activity levels (40+ dials/day, 5+ effective calls) Manage and lead a sales team to ensure targets are met Arrange and attend meetings with new and existing clients Proactively source leads from multiple channels Maintain and develop the sales database and client communications Collaborate with sales team and other internal departments (marketing, operations, accounts, PR) Contribute ideas to enhance events and identify new opportunities Translate marketing strategies into exhibitor sales benefits Maintain and update floor plans, sales sheets, and mailers Execute consistent sales communication schedules and follow-up processes Deliver excellent client service and on-site hospitality Ensure re-booking processes are followed to maintain event integrity Take ownership of tasks, manage agendas, and deliver independently Key Results Areas Achieve and exceed personal and team sales targets Ensure lead and show targets are met/exceeded Maintain timely, high-quality client communications Deliver dependable, professional client service Contribute creatively to event content and client relationship development Maintain accurate weekly and monthly sales forecasting Strengths & Skills Proven sales/event sales experience Strong IT competency, especially Microsoft Office Excellent telesales experience and results Experience in sales planning and managing teams Highly organised with strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Commercially aware yet client-focused Able to work under pressure and deliver results through others Initiative-driven, solution-oriented, and creative Working arrangements Location: Chiswick Park, London Permanent contract, 9-5 pm Occasional 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.

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 Role Key responsibilities include: Leading overarching brand and marketing strategy across multiple music and entertainment brands Managing and developing a team of Marketing Managers across various venues and projects Overseeing content, creative, and design functions to deliver standout campaigns and content strategies Driving audience growth, ticket sales, and long-term customer engagement Leading paid media strategy, audience development, and CRM direction Ensuring each brand maintains a clear and distinct voice, identity, and positioning Building marketing systems, processes, and reporting structures to improve performance Partnering with senior leadership on long-term growth strategy and new business opportunities The ideal candidate will: Have significant senior-level marketing experience within music, culture, entertainment, nightlife, or live events Understand how to build culturally relevant brands that deliver commercial success Have experience managing creative, content, and marketing teams Think strategically while remaining highly execution-focused and detail-oriented Possess a strong understanding of audience psychology, digital marketing, and modern discovery behaviour Demonstrate excellent creative judgement and high standards across brand and design Be able to balance short-term commercial objectives with long-term brand building Be highly collaborative and confident leading cross-functional teams Have a strong track record of managing, developing, and coaching high-performing individuals within commercially driven environments Desirable Experience Experience marketing clubs, festivals, live music venues, or ticketed events Strong understanding of nightlife and music culture Experience launching new venues, concepts, or entertainment projects The Opportunity This 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're looking for an experienced Personal Tax Manager to join a growing Private Client team within a highly respected mid-tier firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of HNWIs, entrepreneurs, directors, and trusts while working on a mix of compliance and advisory projects. Managing a personal tax portfolio Delivering advisory work across CGT, IHT & income tax Supporting and mentoring junior staff Hybrid working and clear progression opportunities We're keen to speak with CTA qualified professionals (or ACA/ACCA qualified with strong personal tax experience). 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 Lead Event Producer to join our clients growing events company. Fixed Term Contract - 3 to 6 Month Contract Pay rate dependant on experience - Up to £55K Central London - Hybrid, 3 Days a week in office About the Company Our client is a founder-led events business with a team of 40+ specialists delivering some of the UK's most exciting large-scale and private events. Their platform connects B2B and B2C customers with standout food, drink, and venue suppliers, supporting everything from major festivals and stadium activations to corporate events and office catering. They also partner with organisers of large public events, combining technology and industry expertise to deliver high-quality food and drink experiences that drive commercial success and enhance guest experience. The company has grown significantly over the past decade, now supporting events attended by millions of guests annually, while maintaining a strong focus on team culture, performance, and innovation. The Role Our client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Lead Event Producer to oversee food and beverage delivery across large-scale events. This role is central to ensuring seamless execution, high operational standards, and strong commercial performance. The position combines office-based planning with regular on-site delivery, including weekends and peak seasons. It offers a high level of autonomy and is suited to a proactive individual who can manage projects end-to-end while collaborating cross-functionally. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of high-value, production-heavy events for key clients Manage projects from contract through to execution and post-event reporting Coordinate suppliers, budgets, logistics, and staffing to ensure smooth delivery Produce Health & Safety documentation, including RAMS, ensuring compliance Drive supplier engagement and identify opportunities to increase revenue Oversee on-site operations to ensure high-quality guest experience Produce post-event reports and data insights, identifying improvements Maintain accurate records across event management systems Support internal initiatives, process improvements, and tool testing Mentor and line manage junior team members Represent the business at industry events and build external relationships Requirements 5+ years' experience in event production, ideally within large-scale or F&B-led events Strong operational, logistical, and project management experience Comfortable working on-site at events, including evenings and weekends Highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple priorities Commercially aware, with the ability to identify growth opportunities Strong interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and relationship-driven approach Tech-savvy, with proficiency in spreadsheets and event tools Solutions-focused mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach Apply below today to proceed your application! Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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 & TV Global 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 statutory accounts 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 accurate Liaise 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 Accountant Team development and training Performance management for team Ad hoc guidance for other members of the team OTHER 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 IFRS Able to work with internal and external stakeholders Experience dealing with regulatory bodies Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley act regulations Experience managing the audit process Experience preparing statutory accounts Experience managing tax matters including VAT and Corporation Tax Strong organisational and communication skills Strong team management experience Strong Excel skills Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Interim Senior Finance Business Partner - Media & Entertainment Handle are partnering with a leading global media business to hire a commercially focused finance professional to support strategic growth across the UK & Ireland market. This role will partner closely with commercial teams across advertising sales, content licensing and affiliate revenue, providing financial planning, analysis and decision support to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead FP&A activities including budgeting, forecasting, month-end reporting and variance analysis Partner with commercial and sales teams to support revenue growth initiatives and strategic decision-making Build and own complex financial models for advertising sales and licensing deals Deliver insightful analysis and presentations for senior management and international stakeholders Identify financial risks and opportunities, providing clear recommendations Support investment cases, business planning and commercial negotiations Collaborate with shared service/COE teams across reporting, accounting, cash forecasting and audit support About You Strong FP&A and commercial finance experience within a fast-paced environment Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills Confident business partner with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience supporting sales, commercial or revenue-generating teams Media, entertainment or content industry exposure is advantageous Excellent opportunity to join a high-profile international business in a strategic, commercially focused finance 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.