Social Media Executive

  • Reed
  • Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
  • Mar 16, 2026
Full time Advert / Media / Entertainment

Job Description

Social Media Executive within a Marketing Agency

We are seeking a dynamic Social Media Executive to join our Content team. This role involves planning, creating, and delivering compelling social media content and campaigns for a diverse range of clients. You will be instrumental in driving measurable growth in reach, engagement, and leads through innovative social media strategies.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Social Media Strategy & Delivery:

    • Develop and implement social media strategies that align with client goals and broader marketing campaigns.
    • Manage the end-to-end delivery of social media content for assigned client accounts, ensuring adherence to deadlines, quality standards, and brand consistency.
    • Plan and oversee monthly social media content calendars across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and others.
    • Collaborate with the Marketing Director and other internal teams to ensure that social activities support wider digital and campaign objectives.
    • Innovate with creative content ideas and approaches to enhance engagement and performance.
  • Content & Video Production:

    • Create engaging written content, captions, and short-form copy for various social platforms.
    • Produce and edit short-form video content for social media and websites, occasionally representing client brands on camera.
  • Community Management & Engagement:

    • Monitor and interact with comments and messages to help clients maintain a professional online presence.
    • Stay updated with social trends, platform changes, and audience behaviours to inform content planning and engagement strategies.
    • Conduct outreach for clients, aiming to build and nurture online communities.
  • Analytics & Optimisation:

    • Monitor, analyse, and report on social media performance to support client performance targets.
    • Use insights to refine content strategies, formats, and posting schedules.
  • Project & Client Management:

    • Serve as a primary contact for clients regarding social content and delivery.
    • Manage multiple client accounts and content schedules efficiently, ensuring smooth campaign execution and reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in social media, content, or digital marketing, preferably in an agency setting.
  • Strong capability in content planning and creation for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and others.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills tailored for social media.
  • Experience in producing and editing short-form video content.
  • Basic knowledge of broader digital marketing principles.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple deadlines and client accounts.
  • Confident communication skills, both with clients and within internal teams.
  • Comfortable and professional in on-camera presentations.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and eager to test new ideas and formats in social media content.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives.
  • Flexible working arrangements post-probation, including hybrid options.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training in content creation, video production, and digital marketing.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.