Senior Social Media Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Fully remote work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Social Media Manager to lead the client’s social media strategy in a remote-first role. Shape the brand voice, oversee content across platforms, and drive paid campaigns from anywhere in SA. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in social media, with 2+ in leadership, strong analytics, and standout copywriting.

A proven track record of successful campaigns and ROI is essential. You will mentor a distributed team, collaborate with marketing, sales, and product squads,

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 6+ years in social media management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media strategies and campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of social platforms, analytics tools, and paid social advertising.
• Excellent copywriting and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with marketing and business objectives.
• Oversee the creation, curation, and publishing of engaging content across all social media channels.
• Manage and optimize paid social media campaigns to achieve target KPIs.
• Analyze social media performance data, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering engagement and brand loyalty.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, algorithm changes, and platform updates, adapting strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and product development.
• Manage social media budgets and maximize ROI.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of social media specialists.
• Monitor brand reputation and manage online crisis communications as needed.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinker

Leadership

Content strategy

Copywriting

Analytics

Remote leadership

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications

Tools

Google Analytics

Sprout Social

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the digital commerce space, is seeking an accomplished Senior Social Media Manager to lead their social media strategy and execution. This fully remote position offers a unique opportunity to shape the brand's voice and engagement across all relevant social platforms. You will be responsible for developing high-impact social media campaigns, fostering community growth, and driving measurable results that align with business objectives. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of social media trends, analytics, and paid social advertising, coupled with exceptional leadership skills. This role demands a strategic thinker who can operate autonomously and collaboratively within a virtual team environment. Based in relation to **Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA**, this position offers the flexibility and freedom of a remote-first work culture, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. We are looking for a proven leader with a passion for social media and a track record of success in managing complex social media initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, forward-thinking social media strategy that aligns with marketing and business objectives.
• Oversee the creation, curation, and publishing of engaging and high-quality content across all social media channels.
• Manage and optimize paid social media advertising campaigns to achieve target KPIs.
• Analyze social media performance data, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations for improvement.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering meaningful engagement and brand loyalty.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging platforms, and algorithm changes, adapting strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and product development.
• Manage social media budgets effectively and ensure maximum ROI.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of social media specialists.
• Monitor brand reputation and manage online crisis communications as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in social media management, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media strategies and campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Sprout Social), and paid social advertising.
• Excellent copywriting, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team in a remote setting.
• Experience with content creation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) is a plus.
• Strategic mindset with a creative and innovative approach.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver on performance targets.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible holidays.
• Professional development budget for courses and conferences.
• Fully remote work environment offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership.
• Cutting-edge tools and technology to excel in the role.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team culture.