THE COMPANY Our client is an established international distributor specialising in high-quality factual television content. Working with leading producers and global broadcasters, they connect great storytelling with audiences worldwide. THE ROLE As a Sales Assistant, you will be coordinating activity, managing materials and systems and administrative support across the department. Key responsibilities: Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the international sales team, whilst providing administrative and logistical support across all territories. Manage scheduling and logistics for client meetings, sales calls and major international markets, supporting team attendance where required. Maintain accurate records within the Rights Tracking system, ensuring sales documentation, deal memos and contractual milestones are fully up to date. Support the preparation and follow-up of sales pitches, programme offers, presentations and marketing materials. Act as a key liaison between Sales and internal departments including Acquisitions, Production, Marketing, Legal and Finance. Serve as a first point of contact for buyer enquiries. Track delivery schedules, invoicing status and approval processes so contracts move smoothly from negotiation through to fulfilment. Provide proactive market and competitor research, alongside general administrative support, to help inform sales strategy and territory planning. THE PERSON You should be highly organised with a strong interest in international television sales and distribution. You will demonstrate excellent administrative capability, strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Experience supporting a sales team, senior executive, or both is key. It is important you are confident liaising with clients and internal stakeholders allowing processes to run smoothly from pitch through to delivery. Being professional and dependable is essential. You should be comfortable aiding the CEO and handling confidential information with care. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
THE COMPANY Our client is an established international distributor specialising in high-quality factual television content. Working with leading producers and global broadcasters, they connect great storytelling with audiences worldwide. THE ROLE As a Sales Assistant, you will be coordinating activity, managing materials and systems and administrative support across the department. Key responsibilities: Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the international sales team, whilst providing administrative and logistical support across all territories. Manage scheduling and logistics for client meetings, sales calls and major international markets, supporting team attendance where required. Maintain accurate records within the Rights Tracking system, ensuring sales documentation, deal memos and contractual milestones are fully up to date. Support the preparation and follow-up of sales pitches, programme offers, presentations and marketing materials. Act as a key liaison between Sales and internal departments including Acquisitions, Production, Marketing, Legal and Finance. Serve as a first point of contact for buyer enquiries. Track delivery schedules, invoicing status and approval processes so contracts move smoothly from negotiation through to fulfilment. Provide proactive market and competitor research, alongside general administrative support, to help inform sales strategy and territory planning. THE PERSON You should be highly organised with a strong interest in international television sales and distribution. You will demonstrate excellent administrative capability, strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Experience supporting a sales team, senior executive, or both is key. It is important you are confident liaising with clients and internal stakeholders allowing processes to run smoothly from pitch through to delivery. Being professional and dependable is essential. You should be comfortable aiding the CEO and handling confidential information with care. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Based in Los Angeles, London or New York. THE COMPANY Our client is a major global service provider to the entertainment & gaming industry. THE ROLE As the Head of Business Development, you will be responsible for generating new and repeat business from the global media and entertainment industry - specifically for localisation, accessibility and audio post production services. You will manage a team of Business Development Managers while also owning and growing your own portfolio of clients. Key responsibilities: Own and expand new accounts, generating sustainable revenue by developing strong client relationships. Manage opportunities through the full sales lifecycle, from initial engagement to successful close. Mentor and manage a team of Business Development Managers, ensuring achievement of individual and team targets. Maintain robust pipeline health by monitoring activity levels, opportunity progression and consistent lead generation across the team. Maintain Salesforce records and agreed sales methods to drive accurate forecasting and reporting. Provide senior-level client engagement and support, collaborating with studio teams Represent the division externally at key industry events, trade conferences and exhibitions, strengthening market presence and strategic relationships. The role will involve significant travel to meet with international clients. THE PERSON With extensive experience selling localisation, accessibility and/or audio post production solutions, you will be an experienced senior sales leader with a proven track record of driving new business growth within the global Media & Entertainment industry. It is crucial that you understand market trends, competitor activities, industry dynamics and customer direction within localisation and accessibility services. You will have a track record of managing and mentoring a sales team to exceed individual and team targets within a matrixed global environment. It is important you are able to combine excellent negotiation, presentation and communication skills with the ability to operate independently and deliver under pressure. The ability to travel internationally is essential for this role. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Based in Los Angeles, London or New York. THE COMPANY Our client is a major global service provider to the entertainment & gaming industry. THE ROLE As the Head of Business Development, you will be responsible for generating new and repeat business from the global media and entertainment industry - specifically for localisation, accessibility and audio post production services. You will manage a team of Business Development Managers while also owning and growing your own portfolio of clients. Key responsibilities: Own and expand new accounts, generating sustainable revenue by developing strong client relationships. Manage opportunities through the full sales lifecycle, from initial engagement to successful close. Mentor and manage a team of Business Development Managers, ensuring achievement of individual and team targets. Maintain robust pipeline health by monitoring activity levels, opportunity progression and consistent lead generation across the team. Maintain Salesforce records and agreed sales methods to drive accurate forecasting and reporting. Provide senior-level client engagement and support, collaborating with studio teams Represent the division externally at key industry events, trade conferences and exhibitions, strengthening market presence and strategic relationships. The role will involve significant travel to meet with international clients. THE PERSON With extensive experience selling localisation, accessibility and/or audio post production solutions, you will be an experienced senior sales leader with a proven track record of driving new business growth within the global Media & Entertainment industry. It is crucial that you understand market trends, competitor activities, industry dynamics and customer direction within localisation and accessibility services. You will have a track record of managing and mentoring a sales team to exceed individual and team targets within a matrixed global environment. It is important you are able to combine excellent negotiation, presentation and communication skills with the ability to operate independently and deliver under pressure. The ability to travel internationally is essential for this role. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
THE COMPANY Our client is an exciting, independent TV content company, with many years' experience of creating, acquiring and distributing content with global appeal. THE ROLE As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for working alongside the finance, business affairs, technical, marketing and acquisitions teams. You will ensure all commercial activity aligns with company guidelines while delivering outstanding client service. Key responsibilities: Drive international sales across designated territories, negotiating and closing complex deals across all rights to maximise revenue. Build, manage and grow senior-level client relationships, representing the company at key markets and industry events worldwide. Pitch new titles and identify fresh commercial opportunities, including language dub management and local version acquisitions. Develop new revenue streams and manage competitive bidding processes to secure optimal commercial outcomes. Lead end-to-end deal management, securing internal approvals and aligning payment terms with company guidelines. Act as the key liaison for any contractual, technical, or payment issues. Maintain accurate sales pipelines, availability lists, and rights management systems, ensuring all negotiation points and rights information are fully updated. Provide detailed sales analysis, forecasts, reforecasts and market feedback to management, acquisitions and producers. THE PERSON The successful candidate will be an experienced Sales Manager with a proven track record of delivering revenue growth and exceeding targets in competitive markets. You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution and bring a results-driven mindset. Ideally, you will have strong experience in client-facing sales, with the ability to identify opportunities, manage pipelines effectively and close negotiations. You should be confident using data and forecasts to inform decisions and drive performance. It is essential to be comfortable engaging senior stakeholders. Being adaptable and motivated, will help you to thrive under pressure and demonstrate strong presentation and communication skills. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
THE COMPANY Our client is an exciting, independent TV content company, with many years' experience of creating, acquiring and distributing content with global appeal. THE ROLE As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for working alongside the finance, business affairs, technical, marketing and acquisitions teams. You will ensure all commercial activity aligns with company guidelines while delivering outstanding client service. Key responsibilities: Drive international sales across designated territories, negotiating and closing complex deals across all rights to maximise revenue. Build, manage and grow senior-level client relationships, representing the company at key markets and industry events worldwide. Pitch new titles and identify fresh commercial opportunities, including language dub management and local version acquisitions. Develop new revenue streams and manage competitive bidding processes to secure optimal commercial outcomes. Lead end-to-end deal management, securing internal approvals and aligning payment terms with company guidelines. Act as the key liaison for any contractual, technical, or payment issues. Maintain accurate sales pipelines, availability lists, and rights management systems, ensuring all negotiation points and rights information are fully updated. Provide detailed sales analysis, forecasts, reforecasts and market feedback to management, acquisitions and producers. THE PERSON The successful candidate will be an experienced Sales Manager with a proven track record of delivering revenue growth and exceeding targets in competitive markets. You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution and bring a results-driven mindset. Ideally, you will have strong experience in client-facing sales, with the ability to identify opportunities, manage pipelines effectively and close negotiations. You should be confident using data and forecasts to inform decisions and drive performance. It is essential to be comfortable engaging senior stakeholders. Being adaptable and motivated, will help you to thrive under pressure and demonstrate strong presentation and communication skills. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight provides recruitment & executive search services exclusively to the creative, media and entertainment industry. To learn more about Searchlight, see: . We strive to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
