Social Media Account Director

TN United Kingdom; Henley-in-Arden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the East Midlands is seeking a dynamic Social Media Account Director to join their creative team. In this pivotal role, you will develop innovative platform strategies across major social media channels, lead a talented team, and manage high-profile client relationships. The agency is known for its vibrant culture and commitment to delivering impactful campaigns for top retail and FMCG brands. If you have a passion for social media and a track record of driving results, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-growing firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing social media for consumer brands.
• Deep expertise in paid social, particularly Meta and TikTok ad platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop platform-specific strategies across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Lead a team of social specialists, providing mentorship and growth opportunities.

Skills

Social Media Management

Client Relationship Management

Paid Social Advertising

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Analytics Expertise

Tools

Meta Ads Manager

TikTok Ads

Social Listening Tools

Job description

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Client:

Pitch

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

A leading East Midlands-based marketing agency seeks a Social Media Account Director to join their award-winning team.

The agency is a vibrant, fast-growing creative firm delivering standout social campaigns for major retail and FMCG brands. As our Social Media Account Director, you'll shape platform strategy, lead client relationships, and elevate our social media offerings. This is a key leadership role combining strategic thinking with hands-on campaign oversight.

The Role in Detail:

1. Develop platform-specific strategies across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
2. Lead a team of social specialists, providing mentorship and growth opportunities.
3. Manage C-suite level client relationships and pitch presentations.
4. Drive paid social performance, optimizing spend and ROI.
5. Collaborate with creative and content teams to deliver engaging campaigns.
6. Report directly to agency leadership on department growth and innovation.
7. Require 5+ years managing social media for consumer brands.
8. Deep expertise in paid social, particularly Meta and TikTok ad platforms.
9. Proven experience leading and developing teams.
10. Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
11. Experience presenting to and advising senior clients.
12. Up-to-date knowledge of platform algorithms, features, and best practices.
13. Analytics expertise across social listening tools and native platform insights.

The agency is a boutique team known for delivering creative, results-driven work. Our culture balances ambition with a no-ego approach. We offer genuine progression opportunities as we continue to grow.