Marketing Implementation Lead - Salesforce

Handle Recruitment is seeking and Marketing Implementation Lead for the deployment of Salesforce Marketing Cloud for a major financial services client. You'll bring your hands-on expertise to design compliant, scalable email marketing programmes across multiple markets, working at the centre of a significant MarTech transformation.*This is a six month FTC initially, hybrid working in Central London*In this role you will:Own the business implementation of SFMC, translating marketing needs into technical solutionsCollaborate closely with SFMC architects and development teams to design workflows and campaign journeysPartner with compliance and legal teams to embed governance, consent management, and regulatory adherenceDevelop reporting frameworks to measure campaign performance and client engagementLead testing, training, and deployment to ensure effective rollout across multiple marketsTo be successful in this role you will have:Proven experience implementing Salesforce Marketing Cloud at scale, ideally within financial servicesStrong understanding of email journey design, content structuring, and optimisation techniquesAbility to translate business requirements into innovative, compliant technical solutionsExperience working with cross-functional teams including development, compliance, and marketingKnowledge of data governance, consent management, and regulation in cross-border environmentsPlease apply now for a further conversation!Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're partnering with a fast-growing independent creative agency that combines strategy, storytelling and production to create impactful work for ambitious brands. With expertise spanning social, film, photography, animation, design and digital content, the agency delivers creative campaigns that are both strategically driven and culturally relevant across a diverse client portfolio.Known for its collaborative culture, creative ambition and commitment to producing outstanding work, the agency offers the opportunity to work alongside talented specialists on exciting projects for recognised brands. As the business continues to grow, it's investing in its strategy and social offering, making this an exciting time to join the team.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Social Strategist to join a growing Creative & Strategy team and help shape how brands show up across social media.This role is ideal for someone who has developed genuine platform expertise and can confidently advise clients, build strategic frameworks and translate insight into creative ideas that deliver results. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working closely with creatives, designers and content producers to ensure every piece of work is built with the platform and audience in mind.You'll work across a varied portfolio of B2B and B2C brands, developing organic and paid social strategies, contributing to pitches, presenting recommendations to clients and staying at the forefront of platform developments and emerging trends.This isn't purely a strategy role or purely an execution role, it's a blend of both, offering plenty of variety and the opportunity to influence creative work from concept through to delivery. While there is no direct line management initially, there is clear scope to grow into a leadership role as the team continues to expand.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategyDevelop social media strategies across organic and paid channels.Create audience, platform and content strategies informed by research and insight.Lead discovery sessions, competitor analysis and strategic planning.Analyse platform data and performance to identify opportunities and improve outcomes.Use AI tools to support research, audience analysis and strategic development.Stay ahead of platform updates, algorithm changes and emerging social trends.Creative CollaborationDevelop clear, inspiring creative briefs.Work closely with creative teams throughout production to ensure strategic alignment.Write social copy including captions, scripts and platform-specific content.Collaborate with designers, filmmakers and editors to create platform-first content.Support new business pitches and client proposals with strategic social thinking.Client ManagementPresent strategic recommendations confidently to clients and stakeholders.Build strong day-to-day client relationships as a trusted social expert.Identify opportunities to grow social activity across existing accounts.Support commercial conversations around project scope and strategic direction.You'll ideally have:4-6 year's experience in a Social Strategy or Content Strategy role, ideally within an agency environment.Deep knowledge of Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube, with a strong understanding of how platforms continue to evolve.Experience building channel strategies, audience strategies and content frameworks from the ground up.Experience working across both B2B and B2C brands.Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills.Excellent written communication across strategy documents, presentations and social copy.A data-led mindset, with experience using platform analytics to inform recommendations.Familiarity with AI tools as part of a modern strategy workflow.A collaborative, proactive and creative approach to problem-solving. 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.

We're partnering with a growing creative agency, seeking an experienced Channel Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives managing social channels with precision and enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.You'll take ownership of multiple LinkedIn channels for a leading global financial services client, ensuring every piece of content is delivered on time, on brand, and fully compliant. Alongside your client portfolio, you'll also support the agency's own social channels, helping showcase its creative work and strengthen its brand presence.If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic channel management, client partnership, and creative collaboration, we'd love to hear from you!Key ResponsibilitiesManage the day-to-day delivery of multiple LinkedIn channelsPlan, schedule and publish content using social media management platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similarMonitor channel activity, comments and messages, escalating issues where appropriateWrite and adapt engaging LinkedIn copy from longer-form contentManage and optimise paid LinkedIn campaigns, including Sponsored ContentMaintain content calendars and coordinate activity across multiple stakeholdersAct as a key client contact, building trusted relationships through clear communication and reliable deliveryProduce insightful monthly and quarterly performance reports with clear recommendationsSupport the agency's own LinkedIn and TikTok presence alongside the wider marketing teamKey Requirements:Experience managing LinkedIn channels within a professional or regulated industryStrong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities at onceConfidence working directly with clients and building trusted relationshipsExperience using social media publishing and analytics platforms such as Sprinklr, SocialPilot or similarHands-on experience managing paid LinkedIn campaignsStrong copywriting skills with the ability to create engaging social contentAn interest in financial services and a desire to develop sector expertise 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.