Remote Social Media Marketing Executive

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Career development

Autonomy & trust

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Social Media Marketing Executive to lead online presence, craft campaigns, and grow engagement for a globally distributed team.

You will develop content across platforms, monitor trends, analyze performance, and report insights. This fully remote role offers autonomy, flexible hours, opportunities to shape brand voice, and to drive community growth through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Social Media Marketing Executive or similar role.
• Strong content creation and storytelling skills with copywriting ability.
• Experience with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment.
• Knowledge of SEO and web traffic metrics related to social media performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy across key platforms.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content tailored to each platform and audience.
• Monitor channels for trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback, respond promptly.
• Engage with online communities and foster positive brand perception.
• Analyze performance data, track metrics, and generate reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing to align social media with broader campaigns.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Copywriting

Visual storytelling

Social media tools

Analytics

SEO knowledge

Remote work

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Analytics platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Social Media Marketing Executive to spearhead their online presence and engagement efforts. This fully remote position allows you to craft and execute innovative social media campaigns that align with our client's brand voice and marketing objectives, directly impacting brand awareness and community growth. You will be instrumental in developing engaging content, fostering online communities, and analyzing social media performance to drive measurable results. This is an ideal role for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses a deep understanding of social media platforms and digital trends, contributing to a globally distributed team focused on cutting-edge marketing practices without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy across key platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and relevant content, including text, image, and video posts, tailored to each platform and target audience.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback, responding promptly to inquiries and comments.
• Engage with online communities, foster positive brand perception, and build relationships with followers and influencers.
• Analyze social media performance data, track key metrics (engagement, reach, conversions), and generate regular reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with the wider marketing team to ensure social media efforts are integrated with broader marketing campaigns and brand messaging.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Social Media Marketing Executive or similar role, with a strong understanding of various social media platforms and their respective best practices.
• Excellent content creation, copywriting, and visual storytelling skills.
• Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage authentically with online audiences.
• Knowledge of SEO and web traffic metrics and how they relate to social media performance.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Opportunity to manage and grow the social media presence for a dynamic brand.
• Access to online professional development resources and training.
• A culture that emphasizes autonomy, trust, and results-driven performance for remote employees.