Social Media Manager

The Candidate Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic design-led kitchen brand in the UK is seeking a talented Social Media Manager to elevate their brand presence. The role involves developing engaging content across platforms like Meta and TikTok, managing influencer relationships, and driving brand awareness through innovative campaigns. An ideal candidate will bring proven experience in social media management, strong video editing skills, and excellent communication. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the brand's digital narrative and engage with a vibrant online community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing social media channels for a consumer brand or agency.
• Strong video editing and content creation skills.
• Excellent understanding of social trends and platform best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute engaging content across social media platforms.
• Capture and produce high-quality video and photo content.
• Build and engage an authentic online community.

Skills

Social media management

Video editing

Content creation

Influencer marketing

Commercial acumen

Communication

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing, design-led kitchen brands. Known for creating spaces that bring joy, creativity, and connection into people’s homes, the company has built a reputation for innovation, customer focus, and modern design. With ambitious growth plans and a collaborative culture, they are now seeking a talented Social Media Manager to help elevate their brand presence and drive engagement across digital platforms.

The Social Media Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s social media strategy. This is a hands-on position for a creative, strategic, and data-driven individual who thrives on crafting standout content, spotting trends, and building online communities. You’ll be responsible for driving brand awareness, engagement, and commercial growth through compelling social storytelling, influencer partnerships, and innovative campaigns.

What You’ll Be Doing…

• Developing and executing engaging content across Meta and TikTok, including short-form video, imagery, and stories.
• Capturing, editing, and producing high-quality video and photo content for organic and paid channels.
• Managing customer and influencer shoots to ensure strong visual assets.
• Building and engaging an authentic online community that advocates for the brand.
• Identifying and managing influencer relationships to deliver measurable ROI.
• Creating collaborative campaigns with complementary brands to amplify reach.
• Planning and delivering high-impact social campaigns around design trends and seasonal moments.
• Analysing performance data to provide insights and optimise results.
• Ensuring social activity supports wider business goals, driving traffic, conversions, and brand growth.

What We’re Looking For…

• Proven experience managing social media channels for a consumer brand or agency.
• Strong video editing and content creation skills – confident both behind and in front of the camera.
• Excellent understanding of social trends, storytelling, and platform best practices.
• Experience in influencer marketing and brand collaborations.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to interpret data and deliver performance-driven improvements.
• Creative thinker with a keen eye for design and audience resonance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

Please note due to high volumes of applications unfortunately we are not always able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants. However we wish everyone who applies the very best with their job search.