Social Media Exec

London, UK (Hybrid)

£31K/yr – £35K/yrMid LevelPermanent

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own the community and social content for Formula E, driving engagement, live event coverage, and cross-functional campaigns, while leveraging platform analytics to refine reach and sentiment.

  • Own the frontline social voice and global community-building across channels
  • Lead live race coverage, creation of short-form content, and partnerships with Marketing, Comms, and Broadcast

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Community & Fan Engagement: Act as the frontline voice across our channels — sparking conversations, moderating comments, and building a loyal global community
  • Content Creation & Scheduling: Manage the social media calendar, creating and scheduling short-form vertical videos (TikTok, IG Reels, Shorts), memes, and graphic assets
  • Live Race-Weekend Coverage: Deliver fast-turnaround real-time coverage during race windows, posting trackside action, driver clips, and instant updates with zero lag
  • Trend & Cultural Monitoring: Spot emerging trends, viral audio hooks, and cultural moments that Formula E can authentically lean into
  • Analytics & Performance Tracking: Gather platform performance data, track fan sentiment, and partner with the Insights team to continuously improve content reach and engagement
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Marketing, Creative, Comms, and Broadcast teams to support integrated campaigns and amplify partner stories

Requirements

  • Digital & Community Track Record: Proven background assisting in managing social media accounts and active digital communities for a global brand, sports property, or entertainment business
  • Versatile Copywriting: Exceptional copywriting skills with the ability to seamlessly shift tone—from witty and hype-driven to professional and informative
  • Platform Mastery: Deep understanding of native platform mechanics and tonal differences across TikTok, Instagram, Threads, X, Facebook, Snapchat, and LinkedIn
  • Mobile Editing & Content Basics: Hands-on experience with mobile editing apps (CapCut, mobile video tools), basic Photoshop, and social management/scheduling software
  • Live Event Agility: Calm, sharp, and detail-oriented under the fast-paced pressure of live race windows
  • Data Literacy: Comfortable using platform analytics to evaluate post performance and refine community strategy

Benefits

  • 25 days' annual leave, Birthday day off and Wellbeing leave
  • Opportunity to extend your stay if travelling for a race event
  • Health Cash Plan and access to the Aviva Digital Workplace app
  • Enhanced Parental Leave
  • Flexible Bank Holidays
  • Paid volunteer and carer's leave
  • Cycle to Work and Electric Car Scheme
  • Formula E store discount
  • Regular social events and employee working groups
  • This is a hybrid role and you'll be required to do 3 days a week in our Hammersmith London office
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FIA Formula E Championship

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Net Zero Since Day Zero. The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship brings dramatic racing to the heart of some of the world’s most iconic cities providing an elite motorsport platform for the world’s leading automotive manufacturers to accelerate electric vehicle innovation. The Formula E network of teams, manufacturers, partners, broadcasters, and host cities are united by a passion for the sport and belief in its potential to accelerate sustainable human progress and create a better future for people and planet.

Founded in 2012
London, England, GBR
455 employees (97 in marketing)
45% recommend to a friend
63% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

£31K/yr – £35K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
73 (16% of company)
Median Tenure
8.1 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Funding

Total Funding
$624.8K
Last Raise
$521.3K
Series Unknown, 3 years ago

Funding History

  • Jan 2023
    Series Unknown • $521.3K
  • Oct 2019
    Seed • $103.5K

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
512.4K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1
Traffic Source Mix
Search
53.3%
Direct
37.8%
Referral
5%
Social
2.8%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~455
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Social Media Exec

FIA Formula E Championship · London, UK · Hybrid