Marketing & Social Media Manager

Hiring People; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative event agency in London is seeking a dynamic Marketing & Social Media Manager to oversee marketing and content. This role blends creativity and strategy while managing social media and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, strong copywriting skills, and be adept in using tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite. The position includes perks like a hybrid work model and extra time off on your birthday.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Extra day off on your birthday

Hybrid working

Training & development allowance

Pension scheme

Refurbished laptop

Cycle to Work scheme / travel loan

Regular socials and team offsites

Creative, supportive working environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in marketing or social media, ideally in events or hospitality.
• Proven experience managing social media channels and creating original content.
• Strong copywriting and storytelling skills across multiple formats.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement marketing & content strategies.
• Manage social media channels to increase brand visibility.
• Collaborate with teams to support brand initiatives.

Skills

Social Media Management

Copywriting

Event Planning

Creative Strategy

Email marketing

SEO understanding

Analytical skills

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Mailchimp

Job description

We're looking for a dynamic and creative Marketing & Social Media Manager to take ownership of day-to-day marketing and content across both Plain Jane Events and 34 Bloomsbury.

This hands‑on role blends creativity and strategy - from developing and implementing content plans to creating engaging posts, newsletters, and campaigns that build awareness, engagement, and revenue. You'll work closely with the Founder, Sales, and Events Teams, and collaborate with our PR Lead on brand‑building, SEO, and paid marketing initiatives.

What's in it for you?

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Extra day off on your birthday
• Hybrid working
• Training & development allowance
• Pension scheme
• Refurbished laptop
• Cycle to Work scheme / travel loan
• Regular socials and team offsites
• Creative, supportive working environment

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for social media, strong copywriting and visual skills, and a knack for turning events, spaces, and moments into standout digital content.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketing & Content Planning
• Social Media Management
• Collaboration & Brand Visibility
• Team Support & Growth

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years' experience in marketing or social media, ideally in events, hospitality, or a creative industry.
• Proven experience managing social channels and creating original, high-quality content.
• Excellent copywriting and storytelling skills across multiple formats.
• Confident using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and video editing tools for reels and social content.
• Experience with email marketing (Mailchimp or similar) and analytics tools.
• Understanding of SEO and paid ads - with the ability to work alongside PR or external partners to enhance these areas.
• Highly organised, adaptable, and proactive in a small business environment.
• Comfortable attending events and posting live content, occasionally out of hours.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and represent both brands confidently.

Working hours

You will generally work regular office hours 9.00am - 5.30pm. However, you may need to work extra hours, including evenings and weekends, in line with our events calendar.

About Us

Plain Jane Events is a creative event agency producing unforgettable experiences for brands, businesses, and private clients. Alongside this, we own and manage 34 Bloomsbury, a Georgian townhouse venue in the heart of London that hosts private dinners, parties, launches, and curated networking events such as The Conversation Club.