Igloo Books, Just Play and Paper Projects are among the latest companies looking to fill vacancies through Toy World’s popular recruitment section.

Igloo Books is looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to develop and grow Igloo’s exciting ‘non book’ business.

The company is looking for an experienced candidate to grow Igloo’s presence within the UK market across stationery (colouring, activity, craft), party and toy departments. This will span its top four customers through to specialist suppliers for these categories. This is an unrivalled opportunity for an individual to take ownership and build a stationery, toy and party division for an established business.

To find out more and to apply, click here.

US toy company Just Play is expanding its global reach and opened a UK office in January 2021 with direct sales and marketing of Just Play toys in the UK & Ireland.

It is seeking a Marketing Communications Manager, who will determine the communications strategy for all Just Play brands in the UK & Ireland. Reporting to the VP Marketing & Licensing EMEA, they will be directly responsible for implementation of both consumer, trade and retail marketing activities working closely with the Just Play US Marketing team and UK Sales team. The role is full-time and permanent.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ marketing experience in a toy or related industry and experience in digital marketing, including SEO, YouTube and social sites. To find out more click here.

Paper Projects, an official UK licensee of character sticker-related products, is looking to appoint a new Sales Executive, who will be responsible for maintaining and developing sales and relationships with existing clients and exploring untapped new opportunities.

The current client base for this role includes medium sized multiples, independent and online retailers, distributors and wholesalers. It also includes the management, maintenance and development of the company’s Amazon Vendor account, currently with a very significant profile and sales contribution.

This is a primarily office-based role with the opportunity of client meetings, and the salary package will be negotiable according to experience and expertise. Click here for further information.

Other vacancies currently being advertised in the Toy World recruitment section include:

• Epoch Making Toys is seeking a Territory Manager (Midlands), whose responsibilities will include maintaining existing customer relationships and conducting brand presentations.
• Curious Universe is looking for an Account Manager to join its busy sales team and look after some of its biggest clients.
• Craft Buddy is seeking Head of Marketing, to lead on digital and traditional marketing campaigns, in the B2B and B2C arena.

Do you have a vacancy you’d like to fill? Toy World is where the trade goes for the latest recruitment opportunities. For more information or to place an advert and feature in a future Recruitment Round Up, contact Mark Austin, sales director mark@toyworldmag.co.uk

We also have a dedicated selection of Licensing vacancies on our sister website www.licensing.biz. To discuss placing a recruitment ad here, contact Mark, as above.