Head of Social Media & Content, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

Guardian Jobs; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading University as the Head of Social Media & Content. This key role will enhance online engagement through innovative strategies and team leadership. The successful candidate will have a strong background in social media management and a passion for creative storytelling. You will play a vital role in shaping the University’s reputation intranationally.

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading teams and social media strategy.
• Adept at audience insight for content creation.
• Skilled in advising senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the University’s social media strategy and campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing team on social media campaigns.
• Monitor online issues and provide risk mitigation advice.

Skills

Creative Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Social Media Management

Job description

Head of Social Media & Content, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Head of Social Media & Content

Section: Corporate Communications

Location: Highfield Campus

Salary: £45,413 to £57,422 per annum

Full Time Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 23 June 2025.

Interview Date: Friday 11 July 2025.

Reference: 3115625CD

We are looking for a creative and strategic Head of Social Media and Content to lead the University’s social media strategy and campaigns. This key leadership position is a new post that will lead a team of social media and digital content specialists to boost engagement for the University online.

You will bring together social media expertise, channels and responsibilities under a single comprehensive approach that supports the University Strategy and enhances our reputation in the UK and internationally. You will be adept at using audience insight to create compelling story-led digital content that resonates with key stakeholders online, using data to track engagement and drive continual improvement. You will bring an innovative, creative approach to driving cut through and bringing our world-leading research, exceptional student experience and innovative partnerships and innovation to life, driving student retention and recruitment.

A natural team leader, you will bring together colleagues from across the University to amplify stories across social media, establishing best practice and providing guidance to those managing faculty and school accounts. You will work closely with colleagues in the Marketing team to provide support and advice on paid-for social media campaigns. You will need to be adept at advising senior leaders on both opportunities and risk, providing guidance on how to maximise social media profiles to boost reputation with key influencers and stakeholders. You will also be skilled at monitoring issues online, giving prompt advice and updates on how to mitigate risk and manage challenging situations.

As a vital member of the management team, you will role model Southampton’s values, providing inspirational leadership to your team to support high performance, staff engagement and collaborative working.

Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.

Further details:

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment, quoting the job number.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Advertising Services

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