Agent Assistant - Literary

the PMA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Talent Group in London is seeking an assistant to support an Agent in our Literary Department, with a preferred start date of 21st September. This role suits someone eager to learn within a busy office, adaptable and efficient in handling varied administrative tasks.

You will manage calls and emails, break down scripts for circulation, handle client paperwork and contracts, schedule meetings and keep diaries up to date, while developing a broad knowledge of major production companies

Qualifications

• Previous agency experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills and phone manner.
• Efficient and organised with a great attention to detail.
• An ability to multi-task and react quickly to ever-changing situations.
• A working knowledge of the industry and a genuine interest in theatre, film and television.
• A willingness to learn and develop in the role.
• Computer skills and ability to grasp basic software.

Responsibilities

• Handling incoming calls and emails.
• Reading and breaking down scripts to circulate with the department.
• Managing the client paperwork including logging jobs, invoices, new starter forms.
• Sending out and tracking contracts.
• Organising client meetings and managing diaries.
• Watching client’s work and reading their scripts.
• Maintaining client information on the ITG website.
• Managing the office and client calendar.
• Developing knowledge of leading production companies and producers.

Skills

Communication skills

Phone manner

Organisation

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Industry knowledge

Willingness to learn

Software basics

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an assistant to support an Agent in our Literary Department. Preferred start date of 21st September.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who is excited by the challenge of working for a busy office and the skill set to adapt, learn and assist efficiently.

Core Responsibilities

• Handling incoming calls / emails
• Reading and breaking down scripts to circulate with the rest of the department
• Managing the client paperwork including logging jobs, invoices, new starter forms
• Sending out / tracking contracts
• Organising client meetings, and managing their diaries
• Watching client’s work and reading their scripts.
• Maintaining client information on the ITG website
• Managing the office and client calendar
• Developing a knowledge of the leading production companies and producers

Key Skills & Experience

• Previous agency experience preferred but not mandatory
• Excellent communication skills and phone manner
• Efficient and organised with a great attention to detail
• An ability to multi-task and react quickly to ever-changing situations
• A working knowledge of the industry and a genuine interest in theatre, film and television
• A willingness to learn and develop in the role
• Computer skills and ability to grasp basic software

You’ll primarily be based in our main office at Whitfield Street, normal office hours will be 9.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, although some flexibility is required. This role will include attendance at some evening events, both in London and the UK more widely.

ITG is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills (with or without reasonable accommodations) and experience for the job, we would love to hear from you regardless of your background. If you require any reasonable adjustments during an interview process please let us know.

[e-mail] or Independent Talent Group Ltd, 40 Whitfield Street, London W1H 2RH.

Deadline for applications: 5pm 21st August 2026