Talent & Creator Acquisition Lead - (Influencer Talent Agency)

Title: Sales Lead - Talent & Creator Partnerships

Overview

An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially minded professional to join a fast-growing company working with digital creators. The role focuses on identifying, engaging, and onboarding top talent through both direct relationships and established agency networks. This is a chance to drive real impact from day one in a dynamic, high-velocity environment.

What the Role Involves

• Proactively connect with creators, their representatives, and management teams to secure new partnerships.
• Build and nurture relationships with agents, managers, and other key stakeholders to create a steady referral flow.
• Maintain a well-organized pipeline: outreach, assessment, proposals, negotiation, and finalisation of agreements.
• Support discovery conversations to understand creators' goals, revenue strategies, and growth plans.
• Collaborate internally with operations, finance, and legal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and execution.
• Operate independently while adapting quickly to shifting priorities in a rapidly scaling organization.

Who We're Looking For

• 2-3 years in commercial sales, business development, or partnerships, ideally within the creator economy or talent ecosystem.
• Established contacts within talent agencies, management firms, or creator networks.
• Demonstrated track record of generating opportunities and driving them to completion.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to engage stakeholders professionally and confidently.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple active conversations simultaneously.
• Eagerness to learn, take feedback, and refine approach in a fast-moving environment.
• Passion for digital media, creators, and online platforms.

Desirable Extras

• Familiarity with CRM tools like or similar systems.
• Previous experience in startup or scale-up environments, thriving in fast-paced, evolving settings.

Location & Flexibility

• Based in the UK, hybrid working supported.
• Some travel may be required, including occasional international trips.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Opportunity to take ownership of key partnerships from the outset.
• Direct mentorship from senior leadership, enabling rapid skill development.
• A culture emphasizing professionalism, high standards, and collaborative problem-solving.