Ryde: Global Social Media Specialist

London, UK (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelContract

Posted 1 hr ago

Job Summary

Own Ryde's global social content lifecycle from ideation to production and community management, driving strategy, creative development, publishing, paid support and performance analysis across platforms.

  • Lead day-to-day content ideation and production
  • Own content calendar, publishing and community engagement
  • Coordinate with agencies and creators to maintain brand identity

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Social Media Strategy & Content Ideation
  • Lead day-to-day content ideation, developing fresh, entertaining concepts aligned with Ryde ’s social strategy and content pillars.
  • Proactively identify emerging trends, cultural moments and opportunities for reactive content.
  • Develop creative concepts, scripts, hooks and storyboards for Reels, TikToks and other social-first formats.
  • Contribute to social content planning and recommend new formats to drive engagement and brand growth.
  • Content Creation & Production
  • Film, edit and produce engaging short-form content for Instagram and TikTok.
  • Create Reels, Stories, TikToks and simple static content using tools such as CapCut, Canva or similar.
  • Write engaging captions and adapt existing brand assets into platform-native content.
  • Social Media & Community Management

Requirements

  • Social media experience Hands-on experience in social media management, content development or digital content creation, either in-house, at an agency or as an independent creator.
  • Social media native Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, emerging trends, internet culture and what makes content engaging.
  • Creative storyteller A natural ability to develop original content ideas, scripts and engaging social-first narratives.
  • Hands-on creator Confident filming, editing and producing short-form content using tools such as CapCut, Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Paid social understanding Familiarity with Meta Ads Manager and TikTok Ads Manager, including content boosting, budget tracking and performance optimisation.
  • Analytical mindset Ability to interpret social media metrics and translate performance insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Proactive & organised A self-starter who takes ownership, manages multiple priorities and communicates effectively with internal teams and creative agencies.
  • Strong communicator Excellent written and spoken English, with a flair for engaging social copywriting.

Benefits

  • We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
  • Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
  • Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
  • You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
  • We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
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We are BAT, a leading global consumer goods company driven by a clear purpose: to create A Better TomorrowTM by Building a Smokeless World.Founded in 1902, we’ve grown into a truly international business, operating across six continents with a presence in over 180 markets. Our strategic ambition is to become a predominantly smokeless business by 2035**, helping adult smokers transition to scientifically substantiated, reduced-risk*† alternatives.With a powerful portfolio of global brands, a future-focused strategy, and around 50,000 talented people worldwide, we are committed to accelerating Tobacco Harm Reduction and making cigarettes a thing of the past.As a leading FTSE company, our operations span three key regions:🌍 United States of America🌍 Americas & Europe (AME)🌍 Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)Together, we are building A Better TomorrowTM.* Based on the weight of evidence and assuming a complete switch from cigarette smoking. These products are not risk free and are addictive.**Please refer to the cautionary statement contained in the Annual Report and Form 20-F 2024 on p.447 for additional information regarding BAT’s future performance: https://www.bat.com/ar/2024/index.html† Our Vapour product Vuse (including Alto, Solo, Ciro and Vibe), and certain products, including Velo, Grizzly, Kodiak, and Camel Snus, which are sold in the U.S., are subject to FDA regulation and no reduced-risk claims will be made as to these products without agency clearance.

Founded in 1902
London, England, GBR
46K employees (4,049 in marketing)
79% recommend to a friend
88% CEO approval

Salaries

Social Media median pay in the United Kingdom

£37K/yr

Most pay falls between £31K and £45K. Based on 305 salaries.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
4,049 (9% of company)
Median Tenure
6.3 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$1.7B
Last Raise
$1.7B
Post IPO Debt, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Feb 2024
    Post IPO Debt • $1.7B

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
348.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
40.9%
Direct
39.1%
Referral
11.1%
Social
7.5%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~46.1K
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Ryde: Global Social Media Specialist

BAT · London, UK · On-site