Social Media Manager

A little about us….

Bray Leino is a full-service brand growth Agency established in North Devon in 1973, with further offices in Bristol, London and beyond, servicing national and global B2B and B2C Clients.

About the role....

As a Social Media Manager, you will be instrumental in devising and executing innovative social media strategies that not only resonate with our audience but also drive engagement and results. You will have a hands-on knowledge of social media and creator marketing, with a particular focus on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. Equally important is your ability to understand different audiences, including Gen Z, and tailor content to engage them effectively.

What You'll Be Doing....

• Content Planning and Platform Strategy: Work alongside our strategy and creative teams to deliver best in class content and campaigns.

• Content Creation: Generate engaging, relevant content ranging from memes to TikTok videos that spark conversations and build community.

• Scheduling: Ensure all content is shared across appropriate channels at optimal times.

• Copywriting: Serve as the voice of our diverse brands, from crafting catchy captions to responding thoughtfully to community interactions.

• Influencer Management: Curate and collaborate with influencers who align with our clients' sectors, enhancing our creative strategies and extending our reach.

• Community Management: Keep your finger on the pulse of social trends to engage actively and authentically with our audiences.

• Project Management: Keep social projects on track and project manage the production of assets with the Creative team, within budget and on time.

• Reporting: Monitor, analyse, and report on the impact of our social media efforts, using data to drive future content decisions.

About the Person….

• We are looking for someone who has a true passion for social media, with a demonstrable knowledge of ever-changing platforms, formats and trends.

• You will be able to display confidence in presenting your innovative ideas, connecting with our client’s business objectives and social communication goals.

• You should have an interest in content production and all things social as well as an awareness of digital channels beyond that which make up the full comms ecosystem.

• You will be positive, forward thinking and organised, able to work to deadlines and are ready to grow and thrive within the fast-evolving social media landscape.

Qualification & skills requirements....

• Proven work experience within social media

• Expertise in managing multiple social media platforms

• Ability to deliver creative content ideas

• Familiarity with online marketing strategies and channels

• Expertise with social listening and community management tools, e.g. Brandwatch, Pulsar, Sprout, etc.

• Paid social knowledge is beneficial, but not essential

• Ability to grasp future trends in digital technologies and act proactively

• Maintains excellent writing and language skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Multitasking and analytics skills

• Must have the right to work in the UK

And in return…

• Generous holiday allowance

• Company pension scheme, with enhanced Employer contributions after 1 years’ service

• Medical Cash Plan – including employee assist programme, contributions to dental, optical, physio etc.

• Employee Discount Scheme – an online platform for all staff offering a variety of discounts at various shopping outlets, gyms etc

• Outstanding training and progression, including access to The Mission Group Learning Management System

• Regular staff social events

• Company Christmas closure

• Cycle To Work scheme

• Mission Share Scheme

• And more

Here at Bray Leino, we’re celebrators of difference, our culture’s open, diverse and inclusive. Whether you’re coming for an interview or have been with us for years, what matters is your talent and character; the rest is what makes you, you.

We’re committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed (Level 1) Employer. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to; ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, communicating and promoting vacancies, offering an interview to those with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job and anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.

We are also a part of….

The MISSION Group Plc. is The Brand Performance Group.

MISSION Group is a collective of specialist agencies delivering marketing, communications and digital services for Clients across the UK and internationally. The Group combines deep sector expertise with connected capabilities across brand, digital, customer engagement, sponsorship, media, social, technology and communications.