Are you an ex-recruiter looking for something different?If youve built your career in recruitment but want to step away from sales targets, while still using your organisation, people, and coordination skills, this could be exactly what youre looking for.Were hiring a Podcast Producer at Vertical Drop, and were specifically looking for someone from arecruitment backgroundto bring their skillset into a completely different environment.About UsVertical Drop is a fast-growing podcast production agency helping founders turn ideas into high-quality, fully produced podcasts.In just 12 months, weve grown to 15+ paying clients and are now entering an exciting new phase of growth with new team members, new clients, and big ambitions.Were building a small, high-performing team in Newquay, and this is a key hire.The OpportunityWere looking for a Podcast Producer to join us on aflexible, part-time basis(ideally 4 days per week).This role is perfect for someone who wants meaningful, high-impact workwithout full-time hours,particularly someone with a background in recruitment looking for a fresh challenge.You dont need podcasting experience, well teach you that. What matters is your ability to manage people, processes, and moving parts.The RoleYoull work closely with founders to take their podcast from idea ? launch ? ongoing production.Responsibilities include:Guiding clients through podcast creation (concept, audience, format)Working with designers to build podcast brandingCreating and executing guest outreach strategiesContacting and securing podcast guestsHosting briefing calls between hosts and guestsCoordinating recording logistics (studio, timing, expectations)Managing the editing process with our production teamOverseeing episode scheduling and distributionThis is apeople-heavy, coordination-focused role,similar in many ways to managing candidates and clients in recruitment.What Success Looks LikeConsistent pipeline of recorded and scheduled episodesSmooth, well-organised production processHappy clients who renew for future seasonsStrong relationships with hosts and guestsAbout YouWere specifically looking for someone with arecruitment background,this is key.Youll likely:Have worked as a Recruiter / Recruitment ConsultantBe highly organised and process-drivenBe confident communicating with different personality typesBe adaptable, knowing when to guide vs support vs take the leadEnjoy managing multiple moving parts at onceWorking PatternPart-time, flexible hours (ideally 4 days per week/school-run friendly)Hybrid working: 23 days per week in our Newquay officeGrowth OpportunityThis isnt just a job, its a chance to grow with the business. As we scale, youll have the opportunity to potentially lead and manage future Podcast ProducersWhy Join Us?High-impact role in a growing business with flexible working designed around real life with a supportive, small team environmentNo prior podcast experience neededClear progression into leadershipInterested?If you come from recruitment and want a fresh challenge with flexibility and long-term growth, wed love to hear from you.JBRP1_UKTJ