Social Media Executive

SF Recruitment Lab; Ashford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food industry company in Ashford is seeking a talented Social Media Executive to manage and enhance their social media presence. Your role will involve developing creative content and strategies to engage audiences across various platforms. Candidates should have a strong background in social media management, including video creation and copywriting. This full-time position offers a salary of £23,000 to £28,000 per annum and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in social media marketing required.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful social media management.
• Proficiency in Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead social media initiatives for our brands.
• Develop platform-specific content aligned with brand messaging.
• Enhance digital engagement and growth of channels.
• Analyze performance of social media platforms.

Skills

Social media platforms management

Video creation

Graphic design

Image editing

Copywriting

Education

Degree in media or a related field

Job description

About Us:
Comprising several companies, Forza International Group oversees innovation, production and success management of food products consumed across the globe. Our brands provide solutions that touch the entire lifecycle of the food industry, from ingredient supply, manufacturing, commercial kitchen solutions and consumer consumption. Our products serve a wide range of sectors including food supplements, food products, pet supplements and commercial kitchen solutions.

The Role:
We are currently in search of a talented and creative Social Media Executive to bolster our group marketing team. As an SMC, your core mission will be to bring creativity to our brands through the production of polished photo, video and written content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the comprehensive social media initiatives for our portfolio of brands.
• Develop and curate platform-specific content, including videos, images, blogs, and posts, ensuring alignment with brand messaging.
• Strategise and implement measures to enhance the digital engagement and growth of our channels.
• Analyse and determine the optimal social media platforms for each brand, tailoring content to resonate with target demographics.
• Provide data-driven insights regarding the performance and trajectory of our channels, identifying growth areas and points of enhancement.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders.
• Collaboratively work with internal teams to maximise content opportunities, ensuring alignment with Forza's brand values.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in managing social media platforms is essential.
• Proficiencies include video creation, graphic design, image editing, and copywriting.
• A degree in media or a related field is advantageous, though significant hands-on experience is equally valued.
• Your portfolio should reflect a history of successful social media management and engagement.
• Proficiency in platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube is expected.

Growth and Opportunities:
This role offers an opportunity for career progression.

Compensation:
Offering a competitive package between £23,000 and £28,000 per annum DOE.

Location:
This is an office-based position requiring your presence 5 days a week in our Ashford office.

How to Apply:
If you're passionate about social media, constantly strive to better the content you produce and are eager to be part of a team that prioritises innovation and achievement, we want to hear from you. Apply through the link provided on our website.

Forza International Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £23,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ashford, Kent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Social media marketing: 2 years (required)