Social Media Director

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global communications agency is seeking a Social Strategist to innovate in social strategy and client management. The role demands expertise in social media and collaboration with diverse teams to drive impactful communications. The company offers competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Three additional days off between Christmas and New Year

Birthday day off

Option for five unpaid days holiday

Quarterly half-day holiday for timely timesheet completion

Private healthcare membership (Bupa)

Dental membership (Bupa)

Auto-enrolled pension scheme after 3 months

Income Protection, Life Assurance

Six months paid leave for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, shared parental leave

Qualifications

• Expertise in Social & Influence Skills and Content Planning.
• Proven client relations and management skills required.
• Experience with big creative agencies and integrated agencies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and strategic direction for social briefs.
• Lead client meetings and develop action plans.
• Identify opportunities for organic growth.

Skills

Social & Influence Skills

Content Planning

Client relations and management

Ability to lead client meetings

Drafting scopes of work

Job description

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The Digital Recruitment Company is excited to collaborate again with a high-profile and celebrated global communications agency. The firm’s success is rooted in its commitment to client service, its people, creativity, collaboration, and expertise in building consumer and corporate brands across diverse sectors such as consumer marketing, healthcare, technology, public affairs, and corporate reputation.

“Great place to work with amazing clients, strong teammates, and a decent work-life balance.”

“Love this agency and the opportunities I have had here in the past.”

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an expert Social Strategist to lead on Social Strategy, Content Planning, Best Practices, Organic & Paid Social Media Principles, and possess a solid understanding of Influencer Marketing.

Client handling and management experience are essential for this role.

Key Collaborations:

This individual will work closely with the Haircare Associate, P&G Haircare Lead, and Head of Influencer, leveraging connections across the P&G portfolio to identify social opportunities and respond to briefs. They will also oversee the S&I teams' social work and collaborate with the P&G Project Manager and Financial Lead.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Expertise in Social & Influence Skills, Content Planning, Best Practice, Organic & Paid Principles
• Deep understanding of influence spheres, talent activation, and amplification
• Knowledge of UGC, content creators, and agencies

Client & Account Management:

• Proven client relations and management skills
• Ability to lead client meetings and action plans

Planning and Growth:

• Opportunity identification for organic growth
• Innovative solutions and process improvements
• Ability to analyze briefs and develop strategic frameworks

Commercial Skills:

• Drafting scopes of work (SOWs)
• Managing budgets and raising POs
• Collaborating with Project and Finance Managers

Additional Skills (Nice-to-Have):

• Commercial awareness and practices

High-Level Objectives:

• Oversee planning and strategic direction for social briefs
• Support social & influence team management

Potential Candidate Backgrounds:

• Big creative agencies with social arms
• Integrated agencies with social capabilities
• In-house content, social, or influence roles

Why Join Us?

If you’re a Social Strategist seeking your next big move, this is your chance to work with one of the top agencies on a major global client. Collaborate with talented professionals and deliver impactful, integrated communications. If you’re passionate about social media and thrive in diverse teams, this role is for you.

BENEFITS:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Three additional days off between Christmas and New Year
• Birthday day off
• Option for five unpaid days holiday
• Quarterly half-day holiday for timely timesheet completion
• Private healthcare membership (Bupa)
• Dental membership (Bupa)
• Auto-enrolled pension scheme after 3 months
• Income Protection, Life Assurance
• Six months paid leave for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, shared parental leave

The Digital Recruitment Company acts as an Employment Business and Agency for recruitment purposes.

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