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Social Media Marketing Manager


Company : YDS Group


Location : Leeds, England


Created : 2025-04-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Recruitment Brief: Senior Social Media ManagerPosition: Senior Social Media Manager Location: Office-based Salary: DOEOverview:We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Social Media Manager with a proven track record in driving social media strategies for B2C brands. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing and growing social media presence across multiple platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) in a fast-paced environment. You will lead the development and execution of social media strategies that drive engagement, brand awareness, and customer acquisition, while managing a growing team and collaborating across departments to align on objectives.Key Responsibilities:· Develop, execute, and optimise social media strategies across major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) to achieve business objectives such as brand awareness, lead generation, and customer acquisition.· Create and oversee content plans, ensuring content is aligned with brand messaging, resonates with target audiences, and engages effectively with followers.· Lead and manage a team of social media specialists, providing mentorship and direction in content creation, community management, and campaign execution.· Monitor, track, and analyse social media performance using key metrics (engagement, reach, conversions, ROI), adjusting strategies to improve performance.· Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, platform updates, and industry best practices to ensure our social media presence remains innovative and relevant.· Manage social media crisis communication and resolve any potential issues quickly and effectively, protecting the brand's reputation.· Ensure compliance with social media advertising regulations, platform policies, and best practices.· Provide regular reporting to senior leadership, highlighting performance, insights, and recommendations for improvement.Key Requirements:· Proven experience in managing social media strategies for a fast-paced B2C brand, with a strong understanding of each platform's strengths and nuances (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.).· A creative mindset with the ability to craft compelling, on-brand content and campaigns that engage and resonate with the target audience.· Solid understanding of social media metrics, including engagement, reach, conversions, and ROI, and the ability to optimise campaigns for maximum results.· Ability to analyse data and use insights to make data-driven decisions that drive strategy and performance.· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, engaging copy and communicate across teams.· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities and teams.· A strong understanding of legal and compliance issues related to social media and advertising (e.g., GDPR, platform guidelines).What We Offer:· The opportunity to lead the social media strategy for a fast-growing B2C brand.· Career development opportunities, with the chance to grow your role and lead a talented social media team.· A creative, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.If you're a passionate, experienced Senior Social Media Manager with a strong background in B2C and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.