Social Media Manager (JB5539)

Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A private investment firm is seeking a skilled Social Media Manager to develop and execute digital strategies across diverse brands. The role requires proven experience, strong platform knowledge, and the ability to blend content creation with analytics. Join a fast-paced team with a focus on results and creativity, located in Fourways, Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar.
• Deep understanding of LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and other key platforms.
• Hands-on experience creating, scheduling and managing posts across platforms.
• Experience with paid ad campaigns, A/B testing and analytics tools.
• Ability to brief content creators and collaborate with videographers.
• Strong copywriting skills with a sharp eye for tone and language.
• Exceptional time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies for multiple brands.
• Build and manage content calendars aligned with marketing goals.
• Collaborate with videographers and content teams.
• Create engaging written, visual and video content across platforms.
• Track performance across platforms and report on KPIs.
• Stay current with platform updates and trends.
• Maintain brand tone and messaging across digital touchpoints.
• Manage community engagement queries and feedback.

Skills

Marketing

Google Analytics

Photography

Facebook Advertising

Hootsuite

Social Listening

Content Development

SEO

Adobe Photoshop

Social Media Management

Copywriting

Content Management

Job description

Overview

Social Media Manager (JB5539)

Location : Fourways Johannesburg Gauteng

Salary : Market Related (based on experience and qualifications)

Employment Type : Permanent

Workplace : In-Office

Drive Digital Strategy with Substance

Join a private investment firm with over two decades of operational experience across manufacturing, telecoms, retail and food services in Southern Africa, the US and Europe. This fast-moving execution-focused team values authenticity over appearances and results over titles. It’s a high-trust, low-ego environment where you’ll work directly with decision-makers.

As Social Media Manager you’ll take the lead on developing and executing digital strategies across a portfolio of diverse brands and business units. This is a hands-on, high-impact role perfect for someone with sharp instincts, deep platform knowledge and the ability to balance content creation, analytics and brand voice with ease.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar.
• Deep understanding of LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and other key platforms.
• Hands-on experience creating, scheduling and managing posts across platforms.
• Experience with paid ad campaigns, A/B testing and analytics tools.
• Ability to brief content creators, collaborate with videographers and maintain brand consistency.
• Strong copywriting skills with a sharp eye for tone, language and digital engagement.
• Exceptional time management, attention to detail and creative judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies for multiple brands across B2B and B2C audiences.
• Build and manage content calendars aligned with broader marketing goals.
• Collaborate with videographers, photographers and content teams to brief and guide content creation.
• Create engaging written, visual and video content across platforms.
• Track performance across platforms, analyse data and report on KPIs.
• Stay current with platform updates, algorithm changes and emerging trends.
• Maintain consistency in brand tone and messaging across all digital touchpoints.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure the timely delivery.
• Manage community engagement queries and feedback across platforms.
• If you’re ready to craft bold purpose-driven digital content, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

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Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills

Marketing, Google Analytics, Photography, Facebook Advertising, Hootsuite, Social Listening, Content Development, SEO, Adobe Photoshop, Social Media Management, Copywriting, Content Management

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1