Social Media Manager, Digital

PURPLE; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital agency in London is seeking a creative Social Media Manager to lead client accounts and develop innovative social strategies. The role demands at least 3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in social media tools. The ideal candidate is both a strategist and a hands-on executor, with a passion for internet culture and trends.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a social/digital role, ideally agency side.
• Strong communication skills, both written and visual.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of client accounts.
• Develop and execute social strategies.
• Manage social media executives and mentor them.

Skills

Social media management

Creative content creation

Relationship building

Trend awareness

Community management

Tools

Later

Sprout

Canva

Meta Business Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Department: Digital

Location: PURPLE London

Description

PURPLE is on the hunt for a sharp, creative, and culture-savvy Social Media Manager to join our growing digital team in London. You’ll be responsible for leading the day-to-day management of key client accounts, shaping and delivering innovative social strategies, and managing PURPLE own social presence too. This is a hands-on, ideas-first role for someone who lives and breathes social, knows what’s trending, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Act as a key day-to-day contact for social clients, building strong relationships and delivering standout work

· Support your Director on account direction and strategic development

· Confidently contribute to and lead conversations around social strategy

· Identify growth opportunities within accounts and pitch creative solutions

· Stay plugged into the latest trends, platform shifts and cultural moments - and bring them into our work

Campaign Development & Execution

· Own and execute content calendars, campaign timelines and client deliverables

· Oversee influencer strategy and relationships (if applicable), from briefing to results

· Support creative ideation and lead the production of social-first content

· Track and report performance with insights, learnings and optimisations

· Lead community management across client channels

Team Collaboration & Mentorship

· Manage Social Media Executives, supporting their growth and output

· Oversee internal processes to keep campaigns on brief, on time and on brand

· Collaborate closely with PR, events and brand teams to bring integrated strategies to life.

· Support new business efforts and pitch development

PURPLE Channels

· Lead social planning and content creation for PURPLE’s own platforms

· Ensure our digital presence reflects the agency’s tone of voice, positioning and priorities

· Capture behind-the-scenes moments and live event coverage for our channels

· Liaise with internal teams to keep the PURPLE site updated

· Content creation & capture; including live event coverage & Instagram stories

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

· Have 3+ years in a social/digital role, ideally agency side

· Are obsessed with internet culture and always two steps ahead of what’s next

· Are confident creating and executing content across Instagram, TikTok and beyond

· Are a natural communicator with a flair for copy and visual storytelling

· Can juggle multiple projects with calm, clarity and precision

· Know your way around tools like Later, Sprout, Canva, Meta Business Suite, etc

· Bonus points if you know your way around Adobe Creative Suite