Social Media Executive

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Modern office in East London

Health and retirement benefits

Paid training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Social Media Executive to join our East London team. You will manage daily postings across platforms, engage with the online community, and help craft compelling content.

This role offers an entry-level salary, health and retirement benefits, paid training, and a collaborative office environment that values creativity and growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in social media management or related marketing role.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and their audiences.
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset with an eye for visual aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and publish daily content across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Monitor channels for comments/messages and respond in a brand-appropriate manner.
• Engage with followers and join online conversations to build community and brand awareness.
• Assist in creating social media graphics, short videos, and written content.
• Track social media performance metrics and contribute to regular reporting.
• Stay updated on trends, platform updates, and best practices.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Written communication

Analytics basics

Education

Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Canva

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and creative Social Media Executive to join their marketing team in East London . This role is responsible for executing day-to-day social media activities, engaging with the online community, and supporting the creation of compelling social content. You will play a key role in maintaining and growing our client's social media presence, ensuring brand consistency and driving audience interaction. This is a great opportunity for an individual passionate about social media to gain valuable experience and contribute to impactful marketing campaigns within a collaborative office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule and publish daily content across various social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, responding in a timely and brand-appropriate manner.
• Engage with followers and participate in relevant online conversations to build community and brand awareness.
• Assist in the creation of social media graphics, short videos, and written content.
• Track social media performance metrics and contribute to regular reporting.
• Stay updated on social media trends, platform updates, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in social media management or a related marketing role.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and their respective audiences.
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset with an eye for visual aesthetics.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Opportunity to work in a modern office environment in East London .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team culture that encourages collaboration and creativity.