Social Media Content Manager

<p>A <strong>leading, fast-growing professional brand</strong> is looking for a <strong>Social Media Content Manager</strong> to lead, own, and grow its organic and paid social presence across LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging platforms. This is a <strong>hands-on, strategic role</strong> for someone who can lead across creative content with strategic insight and impeccable brand storytelling.</p> <p> </p> <p>You’ll be instrumental in shaping how the brand connects with audiences, driving engagement and building a strong, professional presence. This is a <strong>full-time hybrid role</strong> based in West England, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and make a tangible impact on the brand’s social identity.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Develop and own the <strong>social media strategy</strong> across platforms, ensuring alignment with the brand’s vision, values, and business objectives. <li>Plan, manage, and optimise the <strong>social content calendar</strong>, balancing evergreen content, campaigns, and reactive opportunities. <li>Create, edit, and publish high-quality content, including posts, stories, short-form video, graphics, and thought leadership materials. <li>Monitor, analyse, and report on social performance metrics, translating insights into actionable strategies to grow engagement and reach. <li>Engage with communities, respond to comments/messages where appropriate, and nurture active and professional online audiences. <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams — marketing, communications, and business stakeholders — to amplify key initiatives. <li>Stay on top of platform trends, competitor activity, and new tools to ensure the brand remains culturally relevant and strategically effective. </ul> <p> </p> <p>Skills & Experience</p> <ul> <li>Proven experience in <strong>social media strategy and management</strong> at a well-established or high-growth brand. <li>Strong understanding of social media platforms and their audiences (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok). <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for creating engaging, professional content. <li>Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Google Analytics). <li>Ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies. <li>Strong project management and organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. <li>Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred. </ul> <p> </p> <p>Salary & Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary: <strong>£65,000–£75,000</strong> per annum. <li>Hybrid working: London-based with flexibility to work from home. <li>Professional development opportunities. <li>Exposure to strategic communications and high-profile brand initiatives. <li>Collaborative, supportive culture focused on learning, growth, and impact. </ul> <p> </p> <p>Location & Workplace Policy</p> <ul> <li>Based in <strong>West England</strong> hybrid role with 2-3 days in the office per week. <li>Permanent, full-time contract. </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>About Major Players</strong></p> <p>Major Players are the UK’s leading digital, marketing, and creative talent agency, and over the last 30 years we’ve consistently championed our people and communities. As a proud B Corp™, we are committed to improving diversity, equity and inclusion within the industries we service, creating impactful and sustainable change for our partners, candidates and employees.</p> <p>We offer equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, disability, age, and other protected status as required by applicable law. For further information about our DE&I commitments, please visit: <strong>www.majorplayers.co.uk/diversity-equity-inclusion/</strong></p>