<div><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UKs most loved food brands as Global Social Media Manager on a 12-month maternity cover Fixed Term Contract.</p><p>This well-established, market-leading FMCG business is looking for a talented and proactive social media professional to lead its global social strategy from its UK headquarters just minutes from the M25/A13.</p><h3>The Role</h3><h3>Global Social Media Manager - Maternity Cover (12 Months) | Hybrid - 3 Days/Week in the office, 2 days Working from home. | £45,000 DOE</h3><p>Reporting to the Digital Lead, the Social Media Manager will take ownership of social media strategy across UK and global markets - including key territories such as Australia, New Zealand and Germany - working alongside a Social Media Executive and agency partners to drive brand awareness, engagement and conversions worldwide.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Developing and implementing comprehensive global social media strategies</li><li>Leading and aligning the Senior Social Media Executive with global marketing goals</li><li>Overseeing content strategy, creation and curation across all platforms, maintaining brand voice and consistency</li><li>Building and managing the content calendar, ensuring alignment with wider campaign objectives</li><li>Supporting brand and campaign managers and managing global agency relationships</li><li>Monitoring performance analytics and delivering actionable insights and recommendations</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, PR, product and customer service teams</li><li>Building influencer and brand advocate partnerships to enhance visibility</li><li>Developing crisis management plans to protect brand integrity</li><li>Staying ahead of emerging trends, tools and best practices</li></ul><h3>What Were Looking For - Global Social Media Manager</h3><ul><li>Proven experience in social media marketing, ideally within FMCG or premium food/lifestyle sectors</li><li>A strategic mindset with an understanding of how social media sits within the wider business context</li><li>Strong knowledge of social media platforms and best practices</li><li>Management experience, with the confidence to lead and inspire a team</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools</li><li>Creative, organised and highly detail-oriented</li><li>A passion for premium food and lifestyle is a distinct advantage</li></ul><h3>The Package</h3><p>In addition to a competitive salary of up to £45,000, the business offers an impressive benefits package including 25 days annual leave, company pension (4% employer contribution), life cover (3x salary), Medicash health plan, free lunches daily, staff samples and a heavily subsidised sports and social programme.</p><p>Could you be our clients next Global Social Media Manager? Apply with your CV today clearly demonstrating your experience and location.</p><p>Due to the location of this role you must be a car driver. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK when applying, and reside within an hours commute by car to the office - as this role does require you to be in the office 3 days per week.</p></div>