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Salary: Starting from £27,000&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to join an HR team working across multiple projects and become part of a successful and growing publishing house with an impressive list of authors and illustrators across its Adult and Children’s lists.Simon &amp; Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world’s most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon &amp; Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Adams Media, Avid Reader Press, Simon &amp; Schuster Children’s Publishing and Simon &amp; Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India, and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories.&nbsp;Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, this role will provide day-to-day HR administration support to Simon &amp; Schuster UK, India, and Australia. The HR Administrator will be a member of the busy and fast-paced HR team and will contribute to the development of a range of HR tools that support the business objectives and help the business achieve operational excellence in its HR activities.The HR Administrator will support the HR team by taking full responsibility for the execution of transactional HR administration and project coordination across &nbsp;the employee life cycle including but not limited to recruitment, benefits cycles, performance management, learning &nbsp;and development, HR systems and &nbsp;other initiatives.&nbsp;ResponsibilitiesThe core responsibilities of this role include but not limited to;&nbsp;<ul><li>maintaining employee records; </li><li>updating and maintaining our in-house HR systems with accurate employee data (e.g., new hires, changes to terms and conditions, holiday and sickness records);</li><li>coordination of recruitment across S&amp;S UK and S&amp;S India, including interview scheduling, liaising with external agencies and preparation of interview questions; </li><li>HR administration for onboarding, issuing offer letters and employment contracts, changes to terms and conditions and off-boarding.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking for<ul><li>The ideal candidate will be invested in the HR field and working towards becoming CIPD qualified with a working knowledge of the HR generalist field.&nbsp;</li><li>You will have exceptional organisational and communication skills, together with solid knowledge of employment legislation and its application. </li><li>You will have a meticulous eye for detail and the ability to multi-task, as well as a good understanding of MS Office and familiarity of reporting systems.</li><li>You will be a proactive team player, self-motivated and able to work under pressure. </li><li>You will also be tactful and sensitive when dealing with employee information, maintaining confidentiality and acting with discretion and diplomacy.</li></ul>&nbsp;Simon &amp; Schuster UK is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity and gender expression. At Simon &amp; Schuster UK, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon &amp; Schuster UK role will be employees of Simon &amp; Schuster UK Ltd subject to all policies, including the <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Workplace Privacy Notice</a>,and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

Simon & Schuster UK

HR administrator

Deadline for applications: 5pm, Tuesday 1st April 2025Pay: This opportunity offers the London Living Wage.Location: You will primarily be based in our main office on Whitfield Street.Office hours: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, although some flexibility is required.&nbsp;Get a behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry in this exciting placement!We are offering a unique and inclusive opportunity for talented individuals from under-represented or disadvantaged groups to join our team on a three-week work placement over the summer. As one of Europe's largest talent agencies, Independent Talent Group is committed to providing invaluable industry experience to those who participate in our program.During your placement, you will have the opportunity to work across all areas in our company, gaining valuable insight into our inner workings. You’ll play a key role in supporting the daily operations of our many departments. Please note that this is a dog friendly office.Please do NOT apply for this position if you hope to be a client of ITG.&nbsp;EligibilityThis work placement is specifically targeted towards individuals aged 18+ from under-represented, disadvantaged and/or low socio-economic groups. As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, we have implemented a Positive Action Scheme in line with the Equality Act 2010.&nbsp;ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will include a range of administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of our office, which may include:<ul><li>Engaging with scripts, analysing and breaking them down to assist our team.</li><li>Answering phone calls and taking messages.</li><li>Updating client pages on our website.</li><li>Handling postal correspondence.</li><li>Creating / cutting showreels for clients.</li><li>Assisting with copywriting for our social media posts.</li><li>Working with the Casting Runner, Literary runner and Office runner on covering responsibilities for all departments.</li></ul>&nbsp;What we’re looking for<ul><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with an appreciation for interpersonal connections.</li><li>An enthusiastic individual who embodies passion, drive, and energy in every task.</li><li>Genuine interest in the entertainment industry, staying up to date with the latest developments.</li><li>Proactive approach and willingness to tackle ad hoc challenges with a positive attitude.</li><li>Ability to handle administrative duties efficiently and bring creativity to tasks.</li><li>Strong team player with the initiative to work independently when needed.</li><li>Having a readiness to learn, adapt, and maintain an open-minded approach to new challenges and opportunities.</li><li>Commitment to making the most of this valuable work placement experience.</li></ul>&nbsp;Available placement slots:<ul><li>12th May - 30th May</li><li>2nd June - 20th June</li><li>23rd June - 11th July</li><li>14th July - 1st August</li></ul>&nbsp;Application processTo apply for the role, we encourage you to let your imagination shine through during the application process.&nbsp;<ul><li>In addition to sending your one-page CV, we request that you submit a cover letter, no longer than one A4 page, that not only outlines your relevant experience and skills, but also showcases your thoughts on a recent play, film, or TV program you have seen.</li><li>Please specify for which slots you are available.</li><li>If you feel comfortable, you’re welcome to share any context about your background and what drew you to apply for this Positive Action Scheme.</li><li>We would also love to know if you would be interested in a longer-term position should one arise, although please note, this has no bearing on your application.&nbsp;</li></ul>Video applications are also welcomed. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accessibility considerations during the recruitment and interview process, please let us know.&nbsp;Please send your application by email via clicking the 'Apply' button or Independent Talent Group Ltd, 40 Whitfield Street, London W1T 2RH.Due to the high level of applications, we will only be able to contact those successful in moving forward to the next round. If you haven’t heard from us by Friday 11th April, unfortunately you haven’t been successful this time, but please do keep an eye on our website and social channels for future opportunities.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Independent Talent Group Ltd.

Office assistant

Closing date: 14th March 2025Salary: £40,000 - £66,000 per annumContract: Fixed Term - Full TimeLocation: London (This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working)&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced casting pro to join the Audio team at BBC Studios.BBC Studios is a world-renowned content studio and channels &amp; streaming business, powered by British creativity, with a reach that touches audiences in every corner of the globe. We work with outstanding creative talent who are responsible for platform-defining shows from Strictly Come Dancing to Eastenders, Prehistoric Planet to Planet Earth III. The range and quality of our content is unsurpassed, creating critical and commercial successes and global phenomena. From BAFTAs to RTS Awards, BBC Studios is Britain’s most awarded production company and the only producer with three of the top ten shows on IMDB; we’re the home of bbc.com, the widest-read English language news website in the world; and the UK’s largest distributor of British content.BBC Studios Audio is home to iconic radio, hit podcasts and world-class drama. We use our unique heritage, experience and values to pursue the highest creative ambition. We are a major supplier of innovative, creative and purposeful audio to BBC radio networks, BBC Sounds and a proud partner to many other platforms. Our titles include: Splinter Cell, Fukishima, The Charles Paris Mysteries, Wholesome, Mother Neighbour Russian Spy, History’s Secret Heroes, Zeroes and many more.The Casting Manager plays a pivotal role in bringing stories to life through voice, serving as the critical link between content and performance. This position is responsible for identifying and securing exceptional voice talent across a variety of fiction and non-fiction audio projects. The role combines artistic vision with practical execution, ensuring that each production achieves its creative goals while meeting technical requirements and budget constraints. The casting manager is responsible for negotiating deal points with agents and handles the bulk of talent contracting.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Developing and maintaining a diverse database of voice actors, narrators, and performers across different genres and styles</li><li>Reviewing manuscripts and project briefs to determine casting requirements and create detailed character breakdowns</li><li>Evaluating voice samples and demos, providing constructive feedback to talent and production teams</li><li>Negotiating rates and availability with talent agents and independent performers</li><li>Negotiating deal points with agents and acting as the lead on contract discussions</li><li>Coordinating with production teams to ensure casting aligns with project timelines and budgets</li><li>Staying current with industry trends and emerging talent</li><li>Developing, maintaining and managing extensive relationships with talent agencies and individual agents</li><li>Ensuring diverse and inclusive casting practices across all projects</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Knowledge of union regulations and standard industry contracts, with a deep knowledge of equity</li><li>Experience in casting, talent management, or a related production role</li><li>Proven track record of successful casting for podcasts, audio drama, audiobooks or similar content</li><li>Understanding of different narrative styles and voice acting techniques</li><li>Experience with casting databases and talent management systems</li><li>Knowledge of the audio and podcast industry</li><li>Able to manage interpersonal relationships effectively and operate with others in a diverse team</li><li>Interpersonal and communication aptitudes sufficient to establish and maintain effective relations with a wide range of contacts&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience in casting, talent management, or a related production role</li><li>Proven track record of successful casting for podcasts, audio drama, audiobooks or similar content</li><li>Understanding of different narrative styles and voice acting techniques</li><li>Experience with casting databases and talent management systems</li><li>Knowledge of the audio and podcast industry</li><li>Able to manage interpersonal relationships effectively and operate with others in a diverse team</li><li>Interpersonal and communication aptitudes sufficient to establish and maintain effective relations with a wide range of contacts</li></ul>&nbsp;What will you gain from working at BBC Studios?<ul><li>We offer a competitive salary package</li><li>Parental leave for new parents, regardless of gender, of up to a year with 18 weeks fully paid</li><li>26 days holiday (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days</li><li>A defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more</li><li>A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Excellent career progression – access to courses, webinars, workshops and the opportunity to work in different areas of the organisation</li></ul>&nbsp;We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.We are really proud to share that we are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and so if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply please do contact us on <a href="mailto:reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk" target="_blank">reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk</a> with ref: 21929 in the subject.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.&nbsp;

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