Talent Manager (Digital and/or Traditional) NEW

Kairos Recruitment

KRG’s client are a growing, London based agency, specialising in managing underrepresented talent across both digital and traditional media. They focus on empowering content creators, broadcasters, and industry experts to elevate their careers. They’re actively looking to expand the team to support an increasing roster of diverse talent, KRG are seeking a passionate and experienced Talent Manager to join and help shape the future of their agency.

The Role:
As a Talent Manager, you will be the dedicated advocate and strategic partner for a select roster of 3-6 talented individuals. There will be an expectation for you to sign your roster when you join. You will work closely with talent, guiding their career development, negotiating opportunities, and building lasting relationships. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing agency, with potential to take on senior responsibilities, own a niche, and eventually build and lead your own team.

Experience working with talent across any of the following niche’s is highly desirable: fashion, beauty, sport, broadcasters etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of 3-6 digital and/or traditional talent, providing personalised career guidance and strategic planning.
• Signing new talent to your roster.
• Identify and secure new opportunities, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance talent growth.
• Negotiate contracts, deliverables, and partnership deals on behalf of talent.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with talent, understanding their goals, challenges, and aspirations.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging platforms, and new opportunities relevant to your talent roster.
• Play an active role in the agency’s growth by contributing to internal meetings and future planning.
• Potential to develop and lead a specialised team as the agency continues to expand.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working within a talent agency with a strong track record of signing and developing talent (non-negotiable).
• Demonstrated success managing talent portfolios, within digital content and/ or broadcasting/ related fields.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• An existing and active network of industry connections – third parties, PR agencies, brands etc.
• Passion for supporting underrepresented voices and a keen interest in emerging trends in digital and traditional media.
• Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Being a boutique agency allows space for autonomy over your day to day.
• Ambition to develop into a senior leadership role with ownership of a niche or team.

What They Offer:

• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking, inclusive agency shaping the future of talent representation.
• Significant growth opportunities, including ownership of a niche or team.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Commission scheme (increased OTE).
• The opportunity to make a real impact on underrepresented talent and their careers.

If you’re a motivated Talent Manager looking to grow your career within a specialist agency, KRG would love to hear from you. To apply, please apply with your CV -including roster details, an overview of your industry connections and/ or an overview of your signing experience this is highly recommended.