Overview

Recruitment Manager - Marketing & Digital

Social Media Executive – Consumer Brand | Manchester | Hybrid Working

Are you a creative and strategic social media professional ready to make an impact in a fast-growing consumer brand?

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Social Media Executive to join a thriving Manchester-based business. Working alongside the Content & Social Media Manager, you’ll play a key role in growing and managing the brand’s presence across multiple platforms, creating engaging content, and building a loyal online community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver and execute social media strategies aligned with brand goals.
• Manage daily posting schedules across Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, TikTok, and more.
• Create high-quality, engaging content – including imagery, video, and copy – with support from the creative team.
• Be confident and natural in front of the camera for video and social content.
• Engage with the online community by responding to comments, messages, and mentions.
• Collaborate with influencers, brand ambassadors, and PR partners to amplify reach.
• Monitor trends, insights, and analytics to optimise performance and inform future content.
• Support SEO efforts through keyword research and optimised content creation.
• Work with the paid media team to run campaigns that drive engagement and conversions.
• Align social media activity with broader marketing campaigns and business goals.
• Develop a strong understanding of the nursery industry, products, and brand identity.
• Support trade accounts with weekly social media content and collaborate across departments.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–4 years’ experience in social media management, ideally within B2C, retail, consumer products, or agency environments.
• Strong understanding of platform-specific best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative flair with a sharp eye for branding and aesthetics.
• Experience with content creation tools (Canva knowledge is a plus).
• Confident in front of the camera and comfortable creating video content.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and refine strategies.
• Experience with influencer marketing and paid social campaigns is a bonus.
• Basic SEO copywriting knowledge is desirable.

What’s On Offer

• Salary: Up to £35k, depending on experience
• Flexible working hours: Choose between 8–4, 9–5, or 10–6
• Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home
• Dog-friendly office

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.