Senior Talent Manager (Food)

KOMI Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital talent agency in Manchester is seeking a Senior Talent Manager to manage and develop a portfolio of talent. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in talent management and a proven track record in securing brand partnerships and managing successful campaigns. This role requires exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in talent management, influencer marketing, or brand partnerships.
• Proven success in booking and managing consistent monthly campaigns.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of talent, overseeing their day-to-day activities.
• Secure and negotiate brand partnerships that align with each talent’s goals.
• Oversee the full campaign lifecycle from brief to execution.

Skills

Talent management

Negotiation

Relationship management

Campaign execution

Job description

Mission: We’re building the most engaged digital audiences in the world.

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior Talent Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience managing talent; whether influencers, creators, or artists and a proven track record of securing consistent monthly bookings.

The Role

This role requires someone who excels at relationship management, negotiation, and campaign execution. You’ll oversee a roster of high-performing talent, manage brand partnerships end-to-end, and contribute strategically to the growth and success of both the talent and the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of talent, overseeing their day-to-day activities, career progression, and commercial growth.
• Secure and negotiate brand partnerships, collaborations, and campaigns that align with each talent’s profile and goals.
• Confidently close deals and maintain consistent monthly booking performance.
• Oversee the full campaign lifecycle, from brief to contract to execution, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Provide line management, guidance, and training to a Talent Assistant, delegating tasks effectively and overseeing administrative processes.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Legal, Finance) to ensure seamless campaign management.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years’ experience in talent management, influencer marketing, entertainment, or brand partnerships.
• Proven success in booking and managing consistent monthly campaigns.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience, ideally managing junior team members.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and confidence managing budgets and contracts.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player with a passion for talent development and brand partnerships.