Social Media Director

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global communications agency is seeking a skilled Social Strategist in London. This role involves developing social strategies, managing client relations, and overseeing influencer marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in creative agencies or in-house social roles. Attractive benefits include up to 25 days of holiday, private healthcare, and performance bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional days off at Christmas

Birthday leave

Performance bonuses

Private healthcare

Dental and pension schemes

Income protection

Life assurance

Parental leave benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in client handling and social media strategies.
• Ability to oversee social planning and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Social Strategy, Content Planning, Best Practices.
• Manage client relationships and oversee Social & Influence teams.

Skills

Content Planning

Client Relations

Innovative Thinking

Commercial Skills

Job description

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Social Media Director, south west london

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Client:

The Digital Recruitment Company

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Type: Permanent

Location: London/Hybrid

Consultant: Mags Rendle

THE ORGANISATION:

The Digital Recruitment Company is excited to be working once again with a high-profile and celebrated global communications agency. The firm’s success is built on its deep commitment to client service, its people, creativity, collaboration, and expertise to build consumer and corporate brands across diverse sectors including 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 Principles, and to possess a good understanding of Influencer Marketing. Client handling and management experience are essential.

Key collaborations include working closely with the Haircare Associate, P&G Haircare Lead, and Head of Influencer, as well as overseeing the Social & Influence teams and collaborating with the P&G Project Manager and Financial Lead.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Social & Influence Skills: Content Planning, Best Practice, Organic & Paid Principles, leveraging talent for brand campaigns, understanding UGC/content creators and agencies.
• Client and Account Management: Skilled in client relations, managing relationships, leading agendas and action plans.
• Planning and Growth: Identifying organic growth opportunities, innovative thinking, strategic briefing.
• Commercial Skills: Drafting scopes of work, managing budgets, working with project and finance teams.

Nice-to-have Skills:

• Commercial awareness and practices.

Objectives:

• Oversee social planning and strategy for clients.
• Support Social & Influence team management.

Potential Candidates:

• Experienced in creative or integrated agencies with social arms, or in-house social roles.

Why Join Us?

If you’re a Social Strategist seeking your next challenge, this is your opportunity to work with top-tier clients and talented professionals, delivering impactful, integrated social campaigns.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, additional days off at Christmas, birthday leave, unpaid leave options, and performance bonuses.
• Private healthcare, dental, pension schemes, income protection, life assurance, and parental leave benefits.

The Digital Recruitment Company is an employment business and agency for interim, contract, and permanent roles.

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