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Social Media Executive

Pursuit Resources Group

London

Hybrid

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Senior Social Media Executive to join their dynamic marketing team. This exciting role involves executing social media strategies, creating engaging content, and managing the brand's presence across various platforms. With a focus on community engagement and trend monitoring, you'll play a key role in enhancing the brand's visibility. If you have a passion for food and a knack for social media, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving company.

Benefits

25 days holidays

Pension with 4% company contribution

Free lunch every day

Employee Star Award

BUPA Health & Wellbeing

Annual Flu Vaccination

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in social media marketing, preferably within the food sector.
Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices.

Responsibilities

Proactively engage with social communities across multiple markets.
Oversee social media accounts including post scheduling and community interaction.

Skills

Social Media Marketing

Community Management

Content Creation

Crisis Communications

Analytics & Reporting

Influencer Marketing

Tools

Hootsuite

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Base pay range

Location: Office-based near Romford, Essex (3 days/week)
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Work Pattern: Full time, Hybrid

Please note: This position requires candidates to be car drivers and live within a 1-hour drive from the Essex office due to the location's accessibility.

About the Role

Senior Social Media Executive - Premium Food Brand

Location: Office-based near Romford, Essex (3 days/week)
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Work Pattern: Full time, Hybrid

Please note: This position requires candidates to be car drivers and live within a 1-hour drive from the Essex office due to the location's accessibility.

About the Role

Our client, a premium food brand, is seeking a talented and proactive Senior Social Media Executive to join their marketing team. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Global Social Media Manager to execute social media strategy, create aspirational content, and manage the brand's social media presence across multiple channels and markets.This is a fantastic time to joining this growing brand - who is a leader in their market. The role is looking for a candidate who has previous social media experience and ideally, a passion for food.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement: Proactively engage with social communities across multiple markets, fostering positive interactions and handling inquiries in collaboration with the consumer care team
Daily Channel Management: Oversee social media accounts (TikTok, Meta platforms, LinkedIn), including post scheduling and community interaction
Content Creation: Develop high-quality, visually appealing content both in-house and with agencies - experience in creating content is also valuable.
Content Calendar Management: Maintain and execute the social media content calendar
Campaign Support: Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring social media campaigns
Analytics & Reporting: Track performance metrics and provide regular insights
Crisis Communications: Support reputation management and crisis handling on social platforms
Trend Monitoring: Stay updated on latest social media trends and best practices
Influencer Marketing: Identify and engage with relevant influencers to expand brand reach

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in social media marketing, preferably within the food sector
Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices
Experience with crisis communications and community management
Proficiency in content creation and implementing organic social media strategies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational and analytical skills
Experience with social media management tools (Hootsuite experience advantageous)
Experience supporting social campaigns that partner/collaborate with other brands on social media
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Highly Desirable

Passion for food and/or previous experience working with food brands
Understanding of current social media trends and their application
Experience in cooking or food preparation
Experience with Adobe creative suite not essential but an advantage

Benefits

- Holidays: 25 days (increasing to 28 days with service).
- Additional Leave: Up to 10 extra days for long service milestones.
- Pension: Group personal pension with 4% company contribution.
- Life Cover: 3 x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
- Maternity Pay: Occupational maternity pay plus SMP.
- Accident Cover: Disability compensation payment.
- Health & Wellbeing: BUPA & BUPA cash plan (individual or family).
- Recognition: Employee Star Award.
- Lunches & Drinks: Free lunch every day (valued at £700) + free drinks.
- Social: Heavily subsidised sports & social events + annual company BBQ.
- Annual Flu Vaccination: Provided for all employees.

To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, including your commuting distance to Romford, Essex.

Please ensure your location is clearly stated on your CV. Our client will not be open to those looking to relocate at this stage. You must reside in the UK and have full rights to work in place.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Desired Skills and Experience

Social Media
Influencer Marketing

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Marketing
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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