Digital & Social Media Account Director, London (Interim)

Hanson Search; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London is looking for a Digital & Social Media Account Director. The role involves managing major client accounts and leading innovative digital campaigns across platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram. Candidates should have experience in paid social campaigns, strong copywriting skills, and a passion for emerging social media trends. This is an interim role with opportunities for impact in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading digital or social media projects within agencies or in-house teams.
• Understanding of influencer marketing, including talent sourcing and campaign execution.

Responsibilities

• Leading digital & social media campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Developing and executing social strategies that amplify PR and creative ideas.
• Managing paid campaigns end-to-end, from planning through to reporting.

Skills

Strong copywriting skills with a flair for social-first content creation

Deep knowledge of social media culture, trends and platform updates

Proven experience in paid social campaigns and best practice, particularly on LinkedIn

Excellent client-facing and project management skills

Strong analytical ability with experience in data-led reporting

Tools

Social media management tools

Job description

Join a Growing, Creative Team

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Digital & Social Media Account Director to join a leading international consultancy on an interim basis. This role is perfect for an ambitious, organised and motivated individual who thrives on delivering innovative campaigns and staying ahead of social media trends. You’ll need to be available immediately and able to spend circa 2x days per week in a central London office.

In this assignment, you’ll play a leading role in managing digital and social media activity across a portfolio of major accounts. From paid campaign management and social strategy development to community engagement and data reporting, this is the sort of interim role that offers a chance to make a real impact across high-profile clients. You’ll be comfortable navigating consumer brands and corporate environments alike.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading digital & social media campaigns across multiple platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube
• Developing and executing social strategies that amplify PR and creative ideas
• Working with an in-house creative studio to produce engaging, on-brand content
• Managing paid campaigns end-to-end, from planning through to reporting
• Overseeing influencer partnerships, from identification to activation
• Monitoring social trends and translating them into campaign opportunities
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients on social and digital initiatives
• Analysing performance data, providing insights and optimising campaigns

Skills and Experience We’re Looking For

• Strong copywriting skills with a flair for social-first content creation
• Deep knowledge of social media culture, trends and platform updates
• Proven experience in paid social campaigns and best practice, particularly on LinkedIn
• Background in leading digital or social media projects within agencies or in-house teams
• Proficiency in social media management tools, scheduling, community management and reporting
• Excellent client-facing and project management skills
• Strong analytical ability with experience in data-led reporting
• Understanding of influencer marketing, including talent sourcing and campaign execution
• Passion for social media, culture and emerging platforms

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a pretty rare opportunity to join a collaborative, creative and supportive team environment. The role combines strategy, delivery and analytics, offering exposure to diverse clients across multiple industries.

If this sounds up your street, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV, as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

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