Community Engagement Manager

Danaher Corporation; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Abcam, part of the Danaher family, seeks a Community Engagement Manager in Cambridge, UK, to shape our brand voice across digital platforms and drive engagement. You will lead social media initiatives aligned with marketing and business objectives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maximize impact.

Join a global team focused on life sciences content, thought leadership, and credible storytelling that resonates with scientists and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing social media for a brand or agency.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible content.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to align with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated social media strategies to grow brand presence and engagement.
• Create high-quality content that strengthens brand identity and resonates with stakeholders.
• Partner with experts and influencers to expand audience reach and credibility.
• Analyze performance data to optimize campaigns, targeting, and ROI.
• Lead community engagement and social listening to protect brand reputation.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to amplify campaigns and revenue growth.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics and reporting

Paid social campaigns

Audience targeting

Tools

Google Analytics

Meta Business Suite

Platform insights

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated social media strategies that grow brand presence, increase engagement, build brand affinity, and support the business and marketing objectives across organic and paid channels.
• Create and manage compelling, high-quality content that strengthens brand identity, amplifies thought leadership, and tells authentic stories that resonate with customers, industry audiences, and key stakeholders.
• Partner with internal subject matter experts, industry thought leaders, and scientific influencers to develop credible, engaging content that expands audience reach, builds trust, and elevates the organization's voice within the scientific community.
• Analyze social media performance and paid campaign data to optimize content, audience targeting, and channel strategies, improving reach, engagement, conversion, and overall ROI.
• Lead community engagement and social listening efforts to foster meaningful audience relationships, strengthen customer experience, enhance brand sentiment, and protect brand reputation.
• Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to align social media programs with strategic initiatives, amplify campaign impact, and contribute to demand generation and revenue growth.
• Proven track record managing social media platforms for a brand or agency, including strategy execution and campaign management.
• Deep knowledge of social media algorithms, trends, and best practices to drive engagement and growth.
• Hands-on experience creating and optimizing content (copy, graphics, video) tailored for different platforms.
• Proficiency in analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, platform insights) to measure and improve performance.
• Experience managing paid social campaigns and budgets to deliver ROI and achieve business objectives.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

Some travel may be required both nationally and internationally from time to time.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience managing social media for a life sciences organization, with proven success in engaging scientific or technical audiences.
• Background in B2B or regulated industries where compliance and accuracy in content are critical.
• Track record of developing campaigns that translate complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging content for diverse audiences

At Abcam , one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Progress happens together At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together. That's why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for shaping the Abcam brand voice across digital platforms, driving engagement, and fostering meaningful connections with target audiences. This role ensures social media initiatives align with overall marketing and business objectives to maximize impact. This position reports to the Director of Global Events and is part of the Global Marketing team. This role will be an on-site role based in Cambridge, UK.