Project Manager - social media content

McCann New York; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advertising is seeking a proactive Project Manager to oversee social media and production projects for a retail account. The role involves managing project delivery, collaborating with teams, and ensuring client satisfaction. This permanent position offers a hybrid working model and various perks, making it an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Subsidised Massages

Free Onsite Breakfast

Birthday Off

Cycle to Work Scheme

Partner Discounts

Qualifications

• Commercial experience in project managing social media content for retail.
• Strong client-facing expertise and impeccable communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of social media and creative production projects.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment and clear communication.
• Oversee project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Commercial Acumen

Tools

PM Tools

Job description

Project Manager – Social Media Content/sole retail account

Hybrid working at McCann Content Studios in Bishopsgate

Permanent role - Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK and can work onsite in London

About us

McCann Content Studios (MCS) is a new-to-market concept introduced by the world-leading advertising agency McCann. It is a global centre for social and creator capabilities, aiming to simplify the process for clients working on social and creator-led campaigns. The studio offers creative services, audience development, creator partnerships, and performance measurement—combining social and creator strategy and execution into a single entity.

The role and purpose

We’re seeking a proactive and experienced mid-level Project Manager to lead and deliver social and production projects for a retail-based account. You’ll work closely with client services, social, and production teams to ensure seamless campaign delivery. You’ll also play a key role in shaping the future of our MCS offering, with opportunities to lead teams as the business grows.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Manage end-to-end delivery of social media and creative production projects.
2. Collaborate with internal teams across London and Manchester to ensure alignment and clear communication.
3. Support the implementation and refinement of project management processes during onboarding.
4. Oversee project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
5. Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
6. Contribute to onboarding and coordination of freelancers with the wider team.
7. Ensure adherence to QA standards and proactive risk management.

Skills and behaviours

• Mid-level experience in managing social media and creative production projects.
• Experience in retail or digital/social sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of paid social and content production workflows.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A calm, energetic, and detail-oriented personality—ready to build culture and lead by example.
• Commercial acumen and experience working with remote, cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with PM tools is a plus; specific platforms are currently being scoped.

Minimum requirements

• Commercial experience in project managing social media content for the retail sector.
• Experience working with well-known brands.
• Willingness to work on one sole account.
• Strong client-facing expertise.
• Impeccable communication skills and proactivity in a fast-paced environment.

Perks of the job

In addition to standard benefits such as holiday, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, and group income protection, we offer:

• Three 'Time Well Taken' days throughout the year.
• A hybrid work model with 3 days in the office.
• Subsidised massages, haircuts, manicures, and furry friend cuddles (dog-friendly office).
• Free onsite breakfast, snacks, drinks, and rooftop social events.
• Tools for growth including SPARK, LinkedIn Learning, and external opportunities with NABS, WACL, and the IPA.
• Your birthday off.
• A tree planted in your name for each McCanniversary.
• Cycle to Work scheme, showers, and hair styling appliances.
• Partner discounts and access to financial advice.

No recruitment partners on this occasion thank you.

We aim to make our interview process comfortable and supportive. Please let us know if you need any additional assistance or adjustments. McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses. For support during your application, contact us at [e-mail].

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