Content & Social Media Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment in Manchester is seeking a creative, commercially minded Content & Social Media Manager to own content and social strategy, drive brand growth, and help shape the future of a rapidly expanding consumer business.

Working with the senior marketing team, you will develop engaging content, grow online communities and deliver campaigns across key channels, blogs, emails and product copy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Content Manager, Social Media Manager or similar Social role
• Strong copywriting and content creation skills
• Excellent understanding of social media platforms and best practices

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering a content strategy aligned with brand and business objectives
• Planning, creating and scheduling engaging social media content across key platforms
• Leading creative campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement and sales
• Producing high-quality content including blogs, email campaigns, product copy and social posts
• Analysing content performance and using insights to optimise future activity
• Building and nurturing online communities through proactive engagement
• Collaborating with marketing, product and sales teams on launches and campaigns
• Keeping up with emerging social trends, platform updates and industry developments

Skills

Content strategy

Copywriting

Social media best practices

Job description

Content & Social Media Manager

Manchester | Salary £40k - Negotiable | 37 Hours per Week | Office Based

We're looking for a creative, commercially minded Content & Social Media Manager to join a thriving Manchester-based Consumer business. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of content and social strategy, drive brand growth, and help shape the future of a rapidly expanding business.

Working closely with the senior marketing team, you'll play a pivotal role in developing engaging content, growing online communities, and delivering impactful campaigns across multiple channels.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and delivering a content strategy aligned with brand and business objectives
• Planning, creating and scheduling engaging social media content across key platforms
• Leading creative campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement and sales
• Producing high-quality content including blogs, email campaigns, product copy and social posts
• Analysing content performance and using insights to optimise future activity
• Building and nurturing online communities through proactive engagement
• Collaborating with marketing, product and sales teams on launches and campaigns
• Keeping up with emerging social trends, platform updates and industry developments

About You

We're looking for a hands-on content specialist with a passion for storytelling, social media and brand building.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Content Manager, Social Media Manager or similar Social role
• Strong copywriting and content creation skills
• Excellent understanding of social media platforms and best practices