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Communications and Social Media Manager

Charity People | B Corp

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Communications and Social Media Manager for a maternity cover position. This role is pivotal in shaping the communications strategy for one of the UK's most iconic markets. You will lead social media initiatives, develop engaging content, and enhance the market's reputation through strategic communications. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant environment. If you are passionate about food culture and have a strong background in social media, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

Strong background in PR and social media with creative flair.
Experience in managing social media channels and influencer partnerships.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage social media strategies to enhance brand reputation.
Create engaging content across various platforms and manage PR activities.

Skills

Social Media Management

Creative Writing

Public Relations

Content Creation

Influencer Marketing

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Communications

Relevant Certifications in Social Media

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Social Media Management Tools

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We are looking for a Communications and Social Media Manager (Maternity Cover) to join the dynamic communications team at London's historic food market. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of Borough Market's communications function in a hands-on and creative role which directly shapes how people see and feel about the most famous market in the UK.

Reporting to the Head of Communications and Marketing, the key focus of this role is to develop and manage Borough Market's social media and communications functions to enhance the Trust's overall reputation and build support for the Market's corporate and societal aims, in addition to working alongside the Head of Communications and Marketing to support generalist communications activity.

Interim Communications and Social Media Manager

Contract: One-year fixed term maternity cover contract

Location: Hybrid based between Borough Market and home with ideally three days per week on site, potentially two

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd May

Interviews: Interviews will be held in person week commencing 2nd June

Core responsibilities within your role will be to:

Develop, manage and execute BM's organic social plans to help to deliver BM's purpose and key messages to customers and audiences
Deliver social and traditional PR content and influencer marketing to communicate the Market's key messages
Manage and implement the Market's social media and communications activities in line with the Trust's strategic plan
Manage external filming requests and report internally on press and social media coverage
Develop and manage collaborative and partnership working arrangements with a wide range of external stakeholders; ensuring BM's purpose and aims are communicated effectively and consistently to influencers, supporters and the media
Manage relationships with relevant agencies including social media and content creation
Support the Head of Communications and Marketing in the development of a communications strategy and purpose in line with the Market's 2030 Strategy ensuring Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all outputs
Support the Head of Communications and Marketing in the execution of the corporate and crisis communications strategy
Support the Marketing and Events Manager to develop an external and internal events programme to assist in the delivery of the BM's societal and charitable aims for visitors, traders, tenants and staff
Champion the Borough Market brand including across all social media channels
Support the Board and Senior Management team (SMT) to build the organisation's brand and values
Deputise for the Head of Communications and Marketing as required
Provide guidance and advice to SMT on social media issues

You will need to be a talented and creative social media expert who can help cultivate a thriving culture of engagement across the Market's community of staff, traders and visitors. You will be a team player collaborating with the wider team on creating engaging content to ensure that Borough Market's story is as visible to priority audiences as possible.

Applicants will need to have a strong social media background and creative digital skills. Experience in a similar role or environment as well as outstanding communications skills, a self-starter approach and a keen interest in food and drink are essential.

We would love to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

Previous experience of working in a PR and social media role with strong creative flair
Up to date knowledge of all current social media channels for consumer and business audiences
Extensive social media management experience including experience of working with influencers
Ability to create and edit persuasive and compelling copy
Ability to brief external creative resources as well as to film, photograph, and edit required content
Engagement and networking skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Experience of proactively handling of press and media requests
Solid skills across social media software including video editing and design software such as Adobe and Canva
A demonstrable passion for and knowledge of the good food sector and sustainable production is extremely desirable and would be a considerable advantage within the role

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance. Alice can be reached at alice@charitypeople.co.uk.

Charity People and actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

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