Social Media Manager

About the job
Job Overview

A UK-based client is looking for a savvy Social Media Manager to elevate their digital presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and beyond. You’ll develop and execute social strategies that grow their brand, engage their community, and drive inbound interest from top candidates and clients across the UK, Europe, and US. If you live and breathe social media and understand what makes professional audiences stop scrolling, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Own and manage our client’s social media channels including LinkedIn, Instagram, and X
Develop and execute monthly social media content calendars
Create, schedule, and publish posts across platforms consistently
Engage with followers, respond to comments, and actively grow community
Monitor trends in the recruitment and technology sectors to inform content strategy
Track analytics and report on reach, engagement, and follower growth
Collaborate with the content and marketing teams on integrated campaigns
Run and optimise paid social campaigns where required

Qualifications and Experience

2+ years managing social media for a brand, agency, or recruitment firm.
Strong grasp of LinkedIn best practices for B2B professional audiences
Experience with scheduling tools such as Buffer, Hootsuite, or Later
Proficient in Canva or Adobe Suite for visual content creation
Analytical mindset with experience interpreting platform insights
Creative, trend-aware, and highly organised
Must have access to a laptop and reliable, high-speed internet
A quiet, professional home-working environment
Ability to work UK business hours

Monthly salary

R15,000 – R20,000

Social Media Manager