Social Media Manager Job Description

Job Overview

A Social Media Manager is responsible for improving and developing the social media presence for the company. The Social Media Manager will take an active responsibility for outlining the strategy and output for the social media channel, concentrating specifically on Facebook and Twitter. Whilst playing a pivotal role in identifying the gaps and opportunities that exist in the channel and make strong recommendations on future strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and influence the direction of social media strategy
Take active responsibility for the look, feel, and development of the company’s Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook Channels
Manage day-to-day social media campaigns involving competition ideas, opinion polls, editorial content, and all blog and posting activity
Ensure the company regularly ‘tweets’ and posts all relevant and topical updates
Proactively monitor and respond to questions and comments generated through all social media channels
Continually monitor the companies competitor base and use this information to develop and benchmark the brand’s social media output
Help develop a process that sees the social media presence become a 24/7 customer engagement channel
Work closely with the SEO, online marketing and affiliate marketing teams to help co-ordinate all integrated online output

Skills / Attributes Required

Proven experience within social media
Strong editorial and verbal skills
Ability to work flexible working patterns to meet the needs of the business
Ability to continually improve and enhance the company’s social media output
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, pressured environment
Strong presentation and negotiating skills

Alternative Job Titles

Social Media Specialist | Head of Social Media

Typical Salary Range

£35,000 to £40,000