Social Media Coordinator

Space NK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty retailer in London is seeking a Social Media Coordinator to enhance their Instagram presence by implementing innovative content strategies and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for beauty, strong content creation skills, and the ability to analyze and report on social media performance. This role offers a collaborative environment with potential for creative influence.

Qualifications

• Experience driving growth and engagement across social media platforms.
• Confident and comfortable on camera for creating content.
• Strong understanding of social media trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the social media strategy on Instagram.
• Propose and produce original content for engagement.
• Evaluate performance on Instagram and report metrics.

Skills

Social media growth and engagement

Content creation

Strong copywriting skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

If you love beauty, you’re in the right place.

As the ultimate curator of over 100 of the most in-demand, highly innovative and boundary-pushing beauty brands, we are the go-to destination for worldwide beauty discovery. Together through our neighbourhood stores, online presence and loyalty scheme, Space NK has built a flourishing community in which to discover beauty. The customer is at the heart of everything we do, and we will always endeavour to offer everything they need to help them explore, experiment, and enjoy our brands.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

What We’re Looking For

Are you social media obsessed? Do you love keeping up with the latest trends across social media? Are you a keen creative? Do you have a passion for content creation? Do you have a desire to build engaged communities? If you answered yes, why not join us at Space NK. We’re the go-to destination for global beauty discovery and we’re looking to push the boundaries across our social channels and build a community of beauty lovers.

Role Overview

As Social Media Coordinator, you will support in the implementation of the organic social strategy across Instagram and grow the channel’s presence through innovative, best-in-class content to drive reach and engagement. You will be Instagram-obsessed, full of innovative, new ideas and be on the pulse of trends and platform updates to ensure Space NK is leading the way on Instagram.

The Social Media Coordinator will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day planning, co-ordination and execution of Instagram content. You will report into the Social Media Manager and work closely with the wider Content and Marketing team to deliver scroll-stopping Instagram content.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the social media strategy on Instagram including the day-to-day content planning, execution and publishing of content on Instagram
• Propose and produce original disruptive content to bring moments to life on Instagram that engage our community.
• Propose and produce an Instagram story strategy to support our social traffic goals.
• Create and coordinate all Instagram content briefs including engaging and working with creators, founders and creatives.
• Work closely with the Social Media Coordinators and the wider marketing teams to propose cohesive plans that relate back to overall messaging to support new product and brand launches.
• Liaise with Buying and Trading teams to ensure key promotions and launches are factored into Instagram plans and content is adapted to best suit the channel.
• Attend Space NK events and stores regularly to create engaging content with founders and creators.
• Collaborate with the Community Coordinator to nurture our existing Instagram community as well as producing content and ideas that help grow our community.
• Evaluate performance across Instagram on a weekly and monthly basis, reporting on key metrics to provide actionable insight for content improvement.
• Presenting reports to marketing teams and senior stakeholders, ensuring the wider business understand how social objectives fit with wider business goals.
• Managing invoices and payments in line with Instagram budgets.
• Conducting regular content and competitor audits, sharing thoughts and opportunities with the Social Media team.
• Be the internal Instagram expert; staying up-to-date with social trends, platform updates and sharing them with relevant stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience driving growth and engagement across social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, content creators, emerging platforms, and best practices.
• Passion for the beauty industry.
• Strong content creation skills, including filming and video editing.
• Confident and comfortable on camera with the ability to create reactive content quickly.
• Strong copywriting skills.
• Strong analytical skills and track record of collating data to compile reports to circulate to wider business.
• Track record of delivering scroll-stopping social first campaigns
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, reactive environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent multi-tasking and organisational skills.
• Some experience managing people.
• A problem-solving approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a confident ability to communicate and influence effectively.
• The ability to prioritise, use initiative and perform under pressure.
• A proactive and flexible approach with an ability to present new ideas.