Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK's most loved food brands as Global Social Media Manager on a 12-month maternity cover Fixed Term Contract.

This well-established, market-leading FMCG business is looking for a talented and proactive social media professional to lead its global social strategy from its UK headquarters just minutes from the M25/A13 corridor.

Global Social Media Manager - Maternity Cover (12 Months) | Hybrid - 3 Days/Week in the office, 2 days Working from home. | Competitive Salary

Reporting to the Digital Lead, the Social Media Manager will take ownership of social media strategy across UK and global markets - including key territories such as Australia, New Zealand and Germany - working alongside a Social Media Executive and agency partners to drive brand awareness, engagement and conversions worldwide.

Key responsibilities will include:

Developing and implementing comprehensive global social media strategies

Leading and aligning the Senior Social Media Executive with global marketing goals

Overseeing content strategy, creation and curation across all platforms, maintaining brand voice and consistency

Building and managing the content calendar, ensuring alignment with wider campaign objectives

Supporting brand and campaign managers and managing global agency relationships

Monitoring performance analytics and delivering actionable insights and recommendations

Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, PR, product and customer service teams

Building influencer and brand advocate partnerships to enhance visibility

Developing crisis management plans to protect brand integrity

Staying ahead of emerging trends, tools and best practices

What are we looking for:

Proven experience in social media marketing, ideally within FMCG or premium food/lifestyle sectors

A strategic mindset with an understanding of how social media sits within the wider business context

Strong knowledge of social media platforms and best practices

Management experience, with the confidence to lead and inspire a team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools

Creative, organised and highly detail-oriented

A passion for premium food and lifestyle is a distinct advantage

The Package:

In addition to a competitive salary, the business offers an impressive benefits package including 25 days' annual leave, company pension (4% employer contribution), life cover (3x salary), Medicash health plan, free lunches daily, staff samples and a heavily subsidised sports and social programme.

Could you be our client's next Global Social Media Manager? Apply with your CV today clearly demonstrating your experience and location.

Please note, due to the location of this role you must be a car driver. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK when applying, and reside within an hour's commute by car to the office, as this role does require you to be in the office 3 days per week