Social Media Strategist

EF Education First Gruppe; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Social Media Strategist to enhance their dynamic marketing team. This role involves engaging audiences across platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok, while developing a cohesive content strategy. Candidates should possess a keen eye for detail, creativity, and excellent communication skills. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with a global team, manage content quality, and mentor junior members. Join a multicultural community dedicated to fostering a better world through education and cultural exchange, and make a significant impact in the realm of social media marketing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in social media roles with knowledge of current trends.
• Proven ability to craft engaging, on-brand social media captions.

Responsibilities

• Define content pillars and strategies to boost engagement and brand reach.
• Create compelling captions using data insights and AI support.

Skills

Social Media Expertise

Copywriting

Communication Skills

Creative Vision

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Social Media Strategist

Location:

London, Chelsea

Department:

Marketing

Reports To:

Global Social Media Manager

Position Type:

Full-time

Job Description:

Are you skilled at engaging audiences on social media platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and others? If so, you might be the perfect addition to our dynamic marketing team as a Social Media Strategist. In this role, you'll support the Global Social Media Manager in developing and executing a cohesive content strategy. Key skills include content planning, quality control, copywriting, and stakeholder collaboration. We seek candidates with a keen eye for detail, creativity, excellent communication, and strong copywriting abilities.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Channel Oversight:
   • Define content pillars and platform-specific strategies to boost engagement and brand reach.
   • Ensure content consistency and optimize performance.
   • Collaborate with the Global Social Media Manager to set KPIs and identify growth opportunities.
   • Manage social media posts across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, ensuring timely and engaging content aligned with strategy.
   • Monitor performance and adjust tactics to maximize engagement.
2. Content Filtering and Quality Control:
   • Review and filter content produced by interns to meet quality standards and strategic alignment.
   • Mentor and guide junior team members and interns to maintain brand voice, tone, and quality standards.
   • Provide feedback to ensure high-quality content production.
3. Coordination and Collaboration:
   • Work closely with the Global Social Media Manager and interns to streamline content creation.
   • Facilitate collaboration across campuses for cohesive content delivery.
   • Act as liaison between regional campuses to ensure consistent messaging across channels.
4. Caption Copy Generation:
   • Create compelling captions using AI support, maintaining brand tone.
   • Refine messaging style to resonate with target audiences.
   • Use data insights to guide copy tone, format, and content structure.
   • Ensure all copy is engaging, accurate, and audience-appropriate.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Social Media Savvy: Expertise in Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, with 3+ years in social media roles and knowledge of current trends.
• A Creative Vision: Ability to generate innovative ideas and bring fresh perspectives.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, confident engagement with stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Copywriting Experience: Proven ability to craft engaging, on-brand social media captions.

Logistics:

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