Account Manager, Searchlight

Are you well connected in the entertainment industry and looking for a career change? Or are you an experienced Recruiter looking for a new adventure?

If this resonates with you, then read on.

THE COMPANY
Established 25 years ago, Searchlight is one of the leading names in recruitment and executive search in the Media and Entertainment industries. Over the last twenty-five years, we have built an enviable reputation with our clients, helping them find unparalleled talent, with the minimum of fuss no matter how complex the brief.

To find out more about us, have a look at www.searchlight.global.

THE ROLE
We’re looking for a new Recruiter to join our team here at Searchlight.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and expand Searchlight’s work with creative and broadcast clients
• Lead on junior-to-mid level roles in production, creative, editorial, post, and beyond
• Build long-term partnerships with top-tier clients
• Advise clients on hiring strategy, market insight, and talent trends
• Work actively to develop new business through proactive networking and client engagement
• Represent Searchlight at industry events and stay tapped into the scene.

The PERSON

With a solid background in the TV, film, advertising, or creative industries, you will ideally already be an experienced recruiter. However, we would also be interested in speaking to you if you’re looking for a career change and are well connected to the industry.

You must be a ‘people-person’, happy to do whatever it takes to deliver a first-class service to clients and candidates alike.

You will demonstrate the following:

• A good understanding of recruitment processes
• A hunger for business development and growing your own client base
• Strong research skills and experience in candidate sourcing
• Excellent current relationships with creative agencies, production companies & post houses
• Experience in conducting probing, effective interviews.

The REWARDS

An excellent base salary + commission is available to the successful candidate.

If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to take the next step, please apply online attaching your CV with a cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and why you would like to work for Searchlight.