Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)

Senior Social Media Manager - fixed term contract

Coventry, UK (Hybrid)

£48K/yr – £50K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own and lead the social media strategy and team, delivering campaigns, insights, and stakeholder guidance to support organisational objectives.

Lead development and implementation of social media strategy
Oversee channels, campaigns, and performance reporting
Advise senior leaders and manage relationships with stakeholders

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our social media strategy
Oversee the management of AHDB's social media channels, ensuring activity supports organisational objectives and sector priorities
Act as our lead expert on social media, providing strategic advice to directors, senior managers and stakeholders
Lead, manage and develop members of the Social Media team, setting priorities and supporting professional development
Deliver impactful social media campaigns and projects that drive engagement and measurable outcomes
Develop reporting frameworks and use audience insight and performance analytics to inform decision making
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting reputation and engagement objectives
Lead the social media response to emerging issues, misinformation and periods of heightened public interest

Requirements

Significant practical experience in a senior social media or digital communications role
Experience developing, implementing and evaluating social media strategies
Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Strong knowledge of social media channels, tactics, trends and best practice
Experience advising and influencing senior stakeholders, directors and leadership teams
Strong communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Experience using social media analytics, KPIs and performance reporting to drive continuous improvement
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Benefits

35 hours per week, Monday–Friday
33 days of annual leave plus one privilege day (inclusive of bank holidays)
Life assurance cover (4x salary)
A market-leading defined contribution pension scheme with Legal & General
Enhanced pay of 20 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, subject to length of service
A paid day each year to volunteer and make a difference in your community
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent training and development opportunities and an agreed development plan
Recognition awards throughout the year
Reward Gateway membership - this gives you a huge number of online discounts and savings

Salaries

Posted range

£48K/yr – £50K/yr

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£41K/yr

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