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Social Media Manager - Operations
£45000 - £65000 per annum
We are looking for a highly organised and commercially aware Social Content Operations Manager to oversee the end-to-end execution of a fast-paced personal brand content strategy across multiple platforms.This role will sit at the centre of the content operation, ensuring content is planned, produced, approved, scheduled, and published seamlessly across Instagram, Threads, YouTube, and X.Key ResponsibilitiesContent Operations & Calendar ManagementOwn and manage the master content calendar across all social platforms including Instagram, Threads, YouTube, and XEnsure all content moves efficiently through planning, scripting, approval, editing, scheduling, and publishing stagesBuild and maintain scalable workflows that improve efficiency and accountability across the content functionResearch and identify strategic engagement opportunities to support audience growth and strengthen brand positioningProactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, delays, or operational risks before they impact deliveryCross-Functional CoordinationAct as the key liaison between stakeholders and the wider content team including editors, scriptwriters, designers, and videographersLead weekly planning and production check-ins to monitor progress and ensure deadlines are metBrief team members on upcoming deliverables, timelines, and platform-specific requirementsManage approvals and sign-off processes to maintain publishing schedulesScheduling & PublishingSchedule and publish content across Instagram, Threads, and X, ensuring all posts are optimised for format, timing, copy, tagging, and platform performanceRepurpose long-form content including podcasts, interviews, and YouTube videos into engaging short-form assets such as Reels, clips, Stories, and carousel contentMaintain a consistent pipeline of evergreen and repurposed content to support posting frequency during quieter production periodsEdit and create social-first content using existing assets and native platform tools where requiredStrategy ExecutionEnsure all published content aligns with the wider content and brand strategyMaintain consistency in messaging, tone of voice, and positioning across all channelsIdentify opportunities to maximise engagement and reach by adapting content for platform-specific audiences and algorithmsAbout YouExperience & SkillsStrong expertise across Instagram and Threads, with a clear understanding of platform trends, formats, and algorithm best practicesProven experience managing high-volume social content across multiple platforms simultaneouslyOperationally focused, with the ability to build systems, manage workflows, and hold teams accountable to deadlinesHands-on experience scheduling and publishing content across social platformsExperience working closely with content production teams including editors, videographers, and designersStrong understanding of social analytics and the ability to produce clear, insight-led reportingExcellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality content executionExperience repurposing long-form video and audio content into short-form, platform-native assetsGood understanding of audience growth strategies, content optimisation, and engagement tacticsStrong awareness of current social trends, hooks, pacing, and high-performing content stylesHighly proficient with native platform tools and social content workflowsA genuine interest in entrepreneurship, digital media, and the creator economy would be advantageous Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.