Head of Social Media

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Head of Social to shape social strategies for multiple clients and drive engagement. You will lead a team of specialists and collaborate with other departments to deliver impactful social media campaigns. The ideal candidate has significant agency experience and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 per annum, making it a compelling opportunity for experienced professionals in the media industry.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior Social Media role in an agency environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent client-facing and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee social media strategy across organic channels.
• Manage social campaigns from concept to execution.
• Build and nurture online communities.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing abilities

Creativity

Data-driven decision-making

Organic and influencer strategies

Tools

Social media management tools

Analytics tools

Job description

• Proudly independent and a super successful 2025
• Opportunity to work with some of the most well known consumer brands

About Our Client

This agency has made a real name for themselves, delivering truly innovative, strategy first campaigns, alongside impressive client and employee retention rates, they're an agency that everyone wants to work with and at!

Job Description

This is a senior role, responsible for shaping social strategies for multiple clients, driving engagement, and ensuring our agency remains at the forefront of social innovation. You will oversee a team of social specialists and work closely with account managers, creatives, and external partner agencies to deliver exceptional results.

• Strategy & Leadership
  • Develop and own client's social media strategy across all organic channels
  • Build and deliver the agency's social media proposition
  • Team leadership
• Content & Campaign Management
  • Oversee creation and curation of engaging, brand-aligned content.
  • Manage social campaigns from concept to execution, ensuring measurable impact.
  • Collaborate with strategy and creative
• Community & Engagement
  • Build and nurture online communities, driving meaningful engagement.
  • Monitor conversations and trends, responding in a timely and brand-appropriate manner.
• Analytics & Reporting
  • Track performance metrics, analyze data, and report on ROI.
  • Use insights to optimize strategies and inform future campaigns.
• Innovation & Trends
  • Stay ahead of emerging platforms, tools, and trends.
  • Identify opportunities for growth and experimentation.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have significant experience of working within a senior Social Media role in an agency environment – ideally building and developing a proposition.

• Proven experience in a senior social media role within an agency environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent client-facing and presentation abilities.
• Deep understanding of organic and influencer strategies.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools.
• Ability to balance creativity with data-driven decision-making.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take the next step in their career as a Head of Social. If you are passionate about making an impact in the Media & Agency industry, we encourage you to apply today!