Assistant Social Media Manager – Co‑op Wholesale
Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working – 2-3 days across Manchester and Scunthorpe, at least one day in Scunthorpe)
Base pay: £44,880 plus benefits.
We’re working to develop a strong social media presence. As an Assistant Social Media Manager in our new Customer Experience team, you will shape our brand voice, create compelling content, drive B2B engagement on LinkedIn, and support our partner retention and acquisition strategy.
Why this role matters
It is essential to our growth strategy, supporting partnership engagement and raising awareness of our wholesale offerings.
What you’ll do
* Develop and deliver a social media strategy that supports our brand and business goals.
* Lead paid and organic LinkedIn campaigns to retain partners and attract new ones.
* Own and grow B2C channels (Instagram & Facebook) and build campaigns that convert engagement into store visits.
* Create and schedule content targeting audiences and delivering on campaign objectives.
* Share partner success stories, business wins and leadership updates.
* Monitor engagement, run A/B tests, and use insights to improve performance.
* Support crisis communication and reputation management with PR & Communications colleagues.
* Share best practices with teams across wholesale.
What you’ll bring
* Experience managing social media for B2B audiences.
* Hands‑on experience running paid and owned LinkedIn campaigns.
* Strong creative and copywriting skills with a clear grasp of tone, storytelling and visual content.
* The ability to tailor content for different platforms.
* Confidence using social media management and analytics tools.
Benefits
* An annual bonus based on personal and business performance.
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays.
* A pension up to 10% employer contribution.
* 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands.
* Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
* Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice.
* Training and support for your development and career progression.
Inclusivity and Equality
We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by inclusive policies.
We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need adjustments during recruitment, we’ll support you.
Additional information about our recruitment process and inclusion commitments can be found at jobs.coop.co.uk.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Marketing | Industries: Social Networking Platforms
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