Talent Manager

Kairos Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent management agency in London is seeking a passionate Talent Manager to oversee digital-first talent. You will manage a curated roster, focusing on brand partnerships and career development. Ideal candidates will have direct agency experience and a strong understanding of digital platforms. The role offers a collaborative environment, hybrid working, and various benefits including private healthcare and an annual bonus scheme.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Early finish Fridays

Bupa private healthcare and dental care

Qualifications

• Direct talent management experience with an agency or full-time freelance is a requirement.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms and influencer marketing.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a roster of digital-first talent and establish long-term relationships.
• Identify and create opportunities in brand partnerships and new media.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Talent management experience

Understanding of digital platforms

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Creative thinking

Job description

Overview

KRG are exclusively partnered with a highly-regarded and established modelling and talent agency based in London. This role sits within their talent board, specialising in representing digital-first talent across a diverse array of ventures including brand partnerships, IP development, events, podcasts, and other projects. Please note that this is not a HR role.

The Role

The Role: KRG are seeking a passionate and strategic Talent Manager to join the agency's team. This role is focused on managing a curated roster of digital-first talent, providing 360 degree management with a focus on brand partnerships. You will be instrumental in guiding talent through their careers, exploring new opportunities, and building their brand across multiple platforms. They focus on working with creators who have a strong niche, especially within fashion and beauty.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a roster of digital-first talent, establishing strong, long-term relationships.
• Oversee all aspects of talent careers, including branding, content strategy, and new venture opportunities.
• Identify and create opportunities in brand partnerships, IP development, podcasts, events, collaborations, and other creative projects.
• Act as a bridge between talent and potential partners and brands - commercial opportunities and brand partnerships.
• Work with in-house photographers to create strong and compelling media and pitch kits to outreach to brands and opportunities on behalf of your talent.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, digital innovations, and emerging markets relevant to talent development.
• Coordinate with internal teams including bookers on the model board to deliver seamless campaigns.

Requirements

• Direct talent management experience with an agency (or full time freelance) is a requirement for this role.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, influencer marketing, and content creation.
• Passionate about emerging trends in IP, podcasts, events, and other new media ventures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Creative thinker with a proactive approach to developing new opportunities.

What They Offer

• A collaborative and innovative working environment across both the model and talent teams.
• Midsize, lively and social office environment.
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down.
• Early finish Fridays.
• Hybrid working in London, great transport connections.
• Annual bonus scheme and commission scheme.
• Bupa private healthcare and dental care.