Social Media Executive

Zachary Daniels; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee assistance programme

Mac equipment

Free on-site parking

Career progression

Job summary

Zachary Daniels is seeking a Social Media Executive to own multiple retail channels and craft content across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and more. You’ll work with the Digital Marketing Manager to shape content strategies, manage communities, analyse performance, and spot opportunities to boost engagement and customer acquisition.

The role offers hybrid working, a salary of £30,000-£32,000, and a dynamic in‑house marketing team driving growth across retail and digital channels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Social Media Executive or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and schedule engaging social media content.
• Manage multiple retail social channels across key platforms.
• Create content for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and emerging channels.
• Support social campaigns linked to major sporting partnerships and events.
• Manage online communities and engage with followers.
• Track social media performance and report on key metrics.
• Identify trends, content opportunities and platform developments.
• Support brand awareness, engagement and customer acquisition.
• Work closely with the wider in‑house marketing and creative team.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics & insights

Copywriting

Multi-channel management

Job description

Social Media Executive | Retail Brand

Location: Newton-le-Willows.

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000.

This role is a brand-new Social Media Executive within a growing in‑house marketing team for a market‑leading UK brand with an international footprint and ambitious growth plans across retail and digital channels.

The Role

As Social Media Executive you will take ownership of multiple retail social channels and develop engaging content across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and emerging platforms. You will work closely with the Digital Marketing Manager to shape content strategies, manage online communities, analyse performance, and identify opportunities to increase engagement, brand awareness and customer acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, create and schedule engaging social media content
• Manage multiple retail social channels across key platforms
• Create content for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and emerging channels
• Support social campaigns linked to major sporting partnerships and events
• Manage online communities and engage with followers
• Track social media performance and report on key metrics
• Identify trends, content opportunities and platform developments
• Support brand awareness, engagement and customer acquisition
• Work closely with the wider in‑house marketing and creative team

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Social Media Executive or similar role
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and content trends
• Experience creating engaging social content across multiple channels
• Creative mindset with strong commercial awareness
• Confident analysing social media performance and insights
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication, organisation and copywriting skills
• Experience in retail, multi‑site or franchise businesses would be advantageous

Package Includes

• £30,000 - £32,000 salary
• Hybrid working, 2 days per month from home after probation
• 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
• Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• State‑of‑the‑art Mac equipment, laptop and mobile phone
• Free on‑site parking
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities

Why Apply?

Brand‑new Social Media Executive role in a fast‑growing, market‑leading UK brand. Work with a highly creative in‑house marketing team and support campaigns linked to major names in sport and international events.