Focus 5 Recruitment is partnering with a leading creative agency based in Manchester to find a talented and experienced Social Media Strategist. This is a senior-level opportunity within a well-established, forward-thinking agency that works with some of the UK’s most recognisable brands. This Strategist role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaboration and has a healthy mix of creativity, strategic thinking, and analytical capability. You’ll help shape the direction of client campaigns, driving performance and innovation across social platforms and, in some cases, broader digital channels. Why this Social Media Strategist role? You’ll be stepping into a role where your work truly matters—where you can see and measure the impact of your strategies. You'll be involved in delivering high-profile campaigns and developing strong relationships with household name clients. It’s also a place with clear progression paths and the chance to grow alongside some of the best talent in the industry. Key Areas of Responsibility: 1. Research & Insight * Use segmentation tools to create defined audience profiles, analysing how they use social across the full customer journey. * Conduct audits of brand social media performance, alongside competitor and market benchmarking. * Stay on top of emerging trends, platform updates, and algorithm shifts to help the team stay ahead of the curve. 2. Strateg...