Junior Social Media Executive

McKenzie Partners Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advertising agency in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Junior Social Media & Paid Advertising Executive. The role involves setting up and monitoring paid social media campaigns while managing day-to-day social media activities for various clients. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of marketing experience, with hands-on knowledge of platforms such as Meta Ads Manager and TikTok Ads. Join a collaborative team fostering learning and exposure to live campaigns.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Exposure to diverse clients

Experienced mentors

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant marketing experience.
• Experience with paid social platforms.
• Interest in digital advertising and social media trends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and monitoring paid social media campaigns.
• Support campaign optimisation by tracking performance.
• Manage organic social media posting schedules.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Meta Ads Manager

Understanding of social media platforms

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Meta Ads Manager

TikTok Ads

LinkedIn Ads

Job description

Company Description

McKenzie Partners is a full-service Advertising Agency established in Sydney for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on what McKenzie Partners can deliver as a one-stop advertising shop, from the development of pertinent advertising strategies and heavily researched planning to very competitive and targeted media buying. Our creative executions cut through, providing maximum exposure to your desired audiences. McKenzie Partners will provide you with unlimited opportunities across all advertising mediums. We have a strong history in all above and below-the-line mediums and have built strong relationships with all publishers, media houses and partners.

Role Description

We’re looking for a Junior Social Media & Paid Advertising Executive to join our growing team in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In this role, you’ll support the planning, setup, and optimisation of paid social campaigns while helping manage day-to-day social media activity for a range of clients. Reporting directly to our Head Office in Sydney, Australia, the successful candidate will contribute to the growth and success of our agency.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up, launching, and monitoring paid social media campaigns (Meta, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest etc).
• Support campaign optimisation by tracking performance and making basic adjustments under guidance.
• Help manage organic social media posting schedules and content uploads.
• Prepare performance reports and assist with insights and learnings.
• Collaborate with creative, account service and digital teams to ensure campaigns are delivered accurately.
• Stay up to date with social media trends, ad formats, and platform updates.
• Support ad-hoc tasks related to digital campaigns and client accounts.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 2 years of relevant marketing experience.
• Basic hands-on experience with paid social platforms such as Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads, or LinkedIn Ads.
• Understanding of social media platforms, ad formats, and campaign objectives.
• Strong interest in digital advertising, performance marketing, and social media trends.
• Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comfortable working with data, numbers, and performance reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced agency environment.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take feedback.

Why Join McKenzie Partners?

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team where learning is encouraged and curiosity is valued. We work across diverse clients and industries, giving you real exposure to live campaigns, real budgets, and experienced mentors. If you’re passionate about social media, advertising, and growing your skills in an agency setting, we’d love to hear from you!