Talent Agent in London

An exciting position has arisen for a bright candidate to take their career to the next level with one of the country’s leading talent management agencies. M&C Saatchi Talent is a creative talent management agency, guiding the careers of an eclectic roster of respected individuals across Entertainment, Sport, Music and Fashion.

The ideal candidate will be immersed in the world of entertainment and be able to manage a roster of talent, having gained experience from already working in the industry or in a similar field.

The Role

We are looking for a talent agent to join the team to manage a diverse roster of clients working within the entertainment industry. The individual would be working within a collaborative hub structure alongside a senior agent and an assistant. Working closely with your team, you will shape and deliver opportunities for your talent in line with the company’s vision and objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and co‑manage a diverse roster of talent in the broadcast and digital sectors, working within a wider hub structure.
• Develop and execute strategies for your clients, focusing on both short and long‑term career goals.
• Identify opportunities across the following sectors (but not limited to) broadcast, digital, brand partnerships, podcasts, publishing and emerging sectors.
• Source, negotiate and manage deals from inception to completion, leading on contract negotiations and overseeing processes with external parties to secure the best terms for your talent.
• Hold key relationships within the industry, continuing to build relationships with key industry contacts.
• Deliver exceptional talent management through pitching, proactive outreach, strategic guidance and long‑term career development, working towards goals and set financial targets.
• Collaborate closely with the wider team to share opportunities, market insights and strategic initiatives across the roster.
• Attend events, shoots, meetings and networking opportunities, understanding that the role will require you to work outside traditional office hours when required.
• The ability to handle and solve conflicts that may arise for your talent, i.e. with press and with external contacts (with support from the wider team).
• Identify and sign emerging talent, be proficient and knowledgeable of social media platforms and cultural developments.
• Ability to manage an assistant, support colleagues within the team and take on additional responsibilities for the business where required.
• Able to negotiate deals, manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines, targets and business objectives.
• Handle daily administrative tasks including scheduling, diary management, content delivery, contract negotiations, raising invoices, creating pitch documents, travel, shoot logistics (with the support of an assistant).

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrable experience in talent management or within the media and entertainment industry.
• A strong understanding of the broadcast, digital and influencer landscape.
• An existing network of industry contacts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship‑building skills, handling all matters with professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple talent, campaigns and commitments simultaneously.
• Commercially minded, target‑driven and proactive.
• Able to build trust and maintain strong relationships with talent, brands and industry contacts.

What You’ll Get

For the right candidate, we will offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes 27 days annual holiday, private healthcare, employer contributory pension, life assurance and income protection. We also offer a host of benefits that support wellbeing including subsidised gym membership, whilst our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion sees us offer learning opportunities around D&I, mentoring programmes and the opportunity for all to participate in a number of active Employee‑Led Networks and associated events. Finally, this role will be supported with all the necessary personal development required to set someone up for success.

ABOUT M+C SAATCHI GROUP

M+C Saatchi Group has pledged its commitment to create a company that values difference, with an inclusive culture. As part of this M+C Saatchi Group continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not and shall not discriminate, celebrates diversity and bases all hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit, without regard for any personal characteristics.

If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please make us aware as part of your application. All employee information is kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).