Social Media Executive

DFL; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in British racing seeks a Social Media Executive to enhance brand awareness and audience engagement. The role involves implementing social strategies, managing content, and collaborating with teams to drive growth. Ideal candidates should have experience in social media management and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Free access to race days and music events

Generous pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

25 days of annual leave

Access to learning and development resources

Eyecare vouchers

Cycle schemes

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience managing social media for a consumer-facing brand.
• Strong understanding of social platforms and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement a group-wide social strategy to increase audience growth.
• Manage daily publishing schedules and support coverage of major events.
• Provide weekly reports on performance, trends, and insights.

Skills

Social Media Management

Storytelling

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Social Media Executive

Location: UK – Flexible on Location

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Social Media Executive to join our Digital team at one of our racecourse hubs. You will be responsible for storytelling, engagement, and audience growth to promote our brand effectively.

About The Jockey Club

The Jockey Club organizes thrilling sporting events and live entertainment nationwide, including The Grand National, The Cheltenham Festival, and The Derby. We own and operate 15 courses, providing memorable experiences through racing, music, food, and entertainment on race days and beyond.

As the largest commercial group in British racing, our mission is to act for the long-term good of the sport. Profits are reinvested to promote excellence in Britain’s second-largest spectator sport. Our success is driven by our people, who are diverse and collaborative, supporting growth and potential.

The Social Media Executive Will

• Implement a group-wide social strategy to increase audience growth, engagement, and revenue.
• Expand our social media following and enhance engagement across all platforms.
• Enhance brand awareness and positive sentiment for the group and the sport.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Commercial, and regional teams to align content with strategic goals.
• Manage daily publishing schedules and support coverage of major events.
• Contribute ideas and assist in developing content plans within the team.
• Provide weekly reports on performance, trends, and insights.
• Build relationships with key social stakeholders and external partners.
• Travel across the country to cover events, including weekends and bank holidays.

About You

• Strong understanding of social platforms and best practices to drive growth.
• Knowledge of effective content formats, tone, and trends for different platforms.
• 1–2 years’ experience managing social media for a consumer-facing brand.
• Confidence working cross-functionally and with external agencies or partners.
• Excellent storytelling skills with a digital-first content approach.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• A collaborative, proactive, and hands-on team player.
• Passionate about social media and up-to-date with the latest trends.
• Quick thinker, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure.
• Good knowledge of horse racing is preferred.

What We Offer

• Free access for colleagues and three friends or family to race days and music events through our TeamPass Ticket scheme.
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Healthcare cashback plan for health and wellbeing services.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Access to learning and development resources from renowned providers.
• Additional benefits including eyecare vouchers, cycle schemes, and retail discounts.

If you meet the above criteria and are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive many applications.

This role may require a criminal record check, DBS check, or BHA Suitability Check. By applying, you agree to these checks being carried out.