Senior Talent Manager / Head of Talent

KRG is partnering with a boutique talent management agency entering an exciting new phase of growth. This is not a replacement hire; it is the agency's first senior appointment, created to help shape the next chapter of the business.

If you're looking for a role with real ownership, strategic influence, and long-term upside, this is a rare opportunity to build something alongside the founder.

Why this opportunity stands out

Founding-level senior hire with direct influence on the agency's direction and growth.
Genuine ownership across talent strategy, commercial performance, and new business.
Opportunity to build and lead a team as the agency scales.
High visibility role representing the agency publicly across industry events, panels, podcasts, and press.
Ability to shape new revenue streams including podcasts, digital shows, and long-form creator projects.
Hybrid working with significant flexibility and autonomy.
28-30 days annual leave plus public holidays.
15-20% commission on net-new agency revenue you originate, designed to reward growth without impacting existing revenue lines.
For an exceptional candidate demonstrating transformational growth capability, the founders are open to discussing a future equity structure.

The role

You'll operate as a senior commercial and talent lead, working closely with the founder to drive both revenue growth and roster development.

Key responsibilities

Own the commercial success and P&L performance of the talent roster.
Develop and execute the agency's talent strategy across all managed creators.
Set and evolve talent rate cards, packaging, and commercial positioning.
Build and nurture senior brand relationships and strategic partnerships.
Source, pitch, negotiate with, and sign new talent.
Lead day-to-day relationships with managed talent, including career development and long-term planning.
Drive new verticals such as podcasts, digital shows, and long-form media projects, acting as a strategic producer where required.
Identify and act on emerging trends across the creator economy, media, and entertainment landscape.
Build partnerships with production companies, platforms, publishers, and media owners.
Maintain strong pipeline discipline, forecasting, and reporting to leadership.
Oversee the growth of the agency's digital talent division from both a creative and commercial perspective.
Grow the agency's LinkedIn presence and broader industry profile.
Plan and lead community and networking events for creators, brands, and partners.
Recruit, mentor, and develop future team members as the business expands.

What we're looking for

Significant experience within talent management or creator management.
A proven track record of generating new business revenue and growing commercial partnerships.
Strong existing network across brands, agencies, production companies, platforms, and creator industry stakeholders.
Experience negotiating six-figure talent partnerships and long-term commercial deals.
Strategic mindset with the ability to balance talent development and commercial outcomes.
Entrepreneurial attitude and comfort operating in a fast-moving, founder-led environment.
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Passion for creator-led businesses, digital media, podcasts, entertainment, and emerging talent.

The ideal candidate

This role would suit someone who has reached a senior level within an agency or talent business and feels constrained by hierarchy, limited progression, or lack of ownership. Here, you'll have the chance to influence strategy, build a team, create new revenue streams, and potentially participate in the long-term value you help create.

For a confidential conversation, please apply today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed