Paid Social Executive, 12 month fixed term contract

Immediate Media Co; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative media company is seeking a Paid Social Executive to manage and optimize social media campaigns. This role is perfect for someone passionate about digital marketing, eager to learn, and ready to make an impact on high-performing campaigns across platforms like Meta and TikTok. You will be part of a supportive team, contributing to exciting projects while enjoying a flexible working environment. With a focus on personal growth and well-being, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Flexible/hybrid working

25 days holiday plus birthday

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced family policies

Competitive pension plans

Mental Health First Aiders

Tailored training programs

Relaxed working environment

Regular socials

Modern office spaces

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of marketing experience or relevant internship.
• Basic understanding of paid social platforms and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and monitoring of paid social campaigns.
• Pull weekly and monthly performance reports for analysis.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Social Media Management

Data Analysis

Ad Copywriting

Campaign Optimization

Education

Relevant Internship

Marketing Experience

Tools

Meta Business Manager

TikTok Ads

Job description

Paid Social Executive, 12-month fixed-term contract (up to £30,000 depending on experience)

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food, and BBC Gardeners' World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people monthly across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps, and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage, and educate.

Whether it’s the big things or the small things; from reaching fitness goals to savoring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Paid Social Executive to support the day-to-day management of our paid social media campaigns. This role is ideal for someone early in their digital marketing career who is eager to learn, grow, and impact high-performing campaigns on platforms like Meta, TikTok, and Pinterest.

The Paid Social Executive will be part of the Customer Marketing and Subscriptions team, reporting to the Paid Social Manager/Lead. Responsibilities include delivering, optimizing, and reporting on all paid social campaigns across our business portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Assisting in the setup, execution, and monitoring of paid social campaigns across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and others.
2. Building campaigns, selecting targeting, uploading creatives, and writing ad copy.
3. Monitoring campaign performance daily and flagging issues or opportunities for optimization.
4. Pulling weekly and monthly performance reports.
5. Supporting A/B testing for audiences, creatives, and messaging.
6. Keeping up-to-date with platform updates and best practices.
7. Maintaining organized campaign tracking processes.

Minimum requirements:

• 6 months to 1 year of marketing experience (agency or in-house) or relevant internship.
• A passion for digital marketing and social media.
• Basic understanding of paid social platforms (Meta Business Manager, TikTok Ads, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Data curiosity and comfort working with numbers and performance analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective time management and multitasking skills.
• Professional, proactive work ethic.
• Strong command of both written and spoken English.

Benefits include:

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials, including a summer festival.
• Supportive well-being initiatives, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First Aiders & Champions.
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday, with office closures during Christmas and New Year’s.
• Tailored training via our in-house learning platform and LinkedIn Learning.
• Flexible/hybrid working and early finish Fridays.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced family policies, including paternity, adoption, and surrogacy leave, as well as policies for pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers.
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance.
• Modern, renovated office with collaborative spaces.

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, reflected in our active networks, well-being programs, and environmental strategies.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, disability, or any other status protected by law. We welcome applications from those returning to work after a career break, maternity leave, or caring responsibilities.

Join Immediate to grow, be supported, and make a difference.