Social Media Manager

Coventry, UK

Salary Not AvailableSenior LevelFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the European social influencer ecosystem from discovery to ROI, balancing content pillars, scaling co-creation with creators, and adapting to platform dynamics to grow luxury automotive reach and qualified engagement.

  • End-to-End Co-Creation: lead full workflow from ideation to distribution with top-tier creators and a framework to measure impact.
  • Influencer Matrix Building: build and optimize a robust creator pipeline aligned to campaign themes and brand fit.
  • Algorithm & Platform Research: monitor Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X and other EU platforms to inform content formats and distribution.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Integrated Campaign Planning: Develop and manage monthly and quarterly social media content calendars aligned with key milestones, including new vehicle launches, OTA updates, brand campaigns, and cultural/social trends.
  • Content Matrix Balancing: Strategically balance content distribution across multiple pillars, including brand values, advanced technology, product highlights, user stories, and lifestyle aesthetics to build a multi-dimensional brand image.
  • Influencer Matrix Building: Establish, maintain, and expand a robust matrix and pipeline of content creators (KOLs/KOCs). Screen and segment partners precisely based on varying campaign themes.
  • End-to-End Co-Creation: Lead deep co-creation projects with top-tier influencers. Manage the entire workflow from initial content ideation and production/shooting execution to distribution and amplification. Establish a comprehensive framework to evaluate co-creation performance.
  • Algorithm & Platform Research: Continuously monitor and analyze European social media platforms (such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, etc.) regarding their unique dynamics, user behaviors, and recommendation algorithms.
  • Search Intent Capture: Capitalize on trending topics and utilize granular optimization techniques (e.g., SEO, keyword pinning, comment section management) to systematically capture users' active organic search intent.
  • Performance Dashboards: Build, maintain, and optimize data dashboards to track influencer partnerships and campaign effectiveness.
  • ROI Optimization: Closely monitor core metrics including CPM, engagement rates, Cost-Per-Lead (CPL), and Search Index growth. Leverage data-driven insights to boost brand exposure while driving down user acquisition costs.
  • Define a high-value audience targeting approach focused on luxury consumers, performance enthusiasts, HNW/UHNW prospects, automotive collectors, and culturally influential communities.
  • Build a creator and expert ecosystem beyond mass-market influencers, including luxury experts, automotive journalists, engineers, designers, collectors, founders, and credible niche voices.

Requirements

  • Education & Experience Essential: Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
  • Experience: Extensive experience within social media operations or influencer marketing in an Automotive environment
  • Proven Track Record: A portfolio showcasing successful campaigns, with a preference for candidates who have successfully delivered million-plus exposure/view impressions.
  • Trend Sensitivity & Creativity: Outstanding "social sense" with deep familiarity of social media languages and internet culture in Europe. Possess strong visual and aesthetic judgment.
  • Data-Driven Mindset: Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data sets into actionable social media strategies.
  • Influencer Network: Possess an existing network and strong relationships with automotive, tech, or lifestyle content creators in the European market to enable rapid project execution.

Benefits

  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Pension scheme access.
  • Annual bonus - non contractual.
  • Private Healthcare.
  • Access to the Employee Car Ownership Scheme.
  • Group income protection based on length of service.
  • Family Friendly policies.
  • Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT.