Social Media Officer in Brentwood

Social Media Officer Location: Brentwood & Rochford, Essex Pay Rate: £16.66–£17.90 per hour PAYE Contract: 3 months Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2–3 days per week across the two office locations ## The Opportunity LYNX Employment Services are recruiting a creative and enthusiastic Social Media Officer to join a busy Communications Team supporting public services across Brentwood and Rochford. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who knows how to turn information, projects and everyday activities into engaging social media content that captures attention and connects with local communities. We're looking for more than someone who can schedule posts. We want a confident content creator who can write compelling copy, produce eye-catching graphics, capture and edit video, and bring fresh ideas to digital communications. If you enjoy combining creativity with strategy and seeing the impact of your work, this could be an excellent next step. ## The Role You'll take an active role in creating, publishing and managing content across a range of social media channels. Your responsibilities will include: Creating engaging written, visual and video content for social media campaigns. Producing compelling posts, articles and campaign messaging. Designing graphics and promotional materials for social media, newsletters and internal communications. Capturing and editing photography and video using smartphones and other available equipment. Scheduling, publishing and monitoring content across multiple platforms. Responding professionally and positively to comments, messages and online enquiries. Identifying emerging trends and opportunities to increase audience engagement. Monitoring campaign performance and using analytics to improve content. Translating complex information into clear, accessible and engaging messages. Supporting wider communications campaigns and digital projects. ## About You We're looking for someone who combines creativity, excellent communication skills and a practical understanding of social media. You'll ideally have: Proven experience managing social media accounts in a professional environment. Strong content creation skills across written copy, photography, graphics and video. Experience filming and editing video content for digital platforms. Confidence using social media scheduling and management tools. Experience creating graphics, ideally using Canva or similar software. Excellent written English, proofreading skills and attention to detail. An understanding of social media analytics, audience engagement and emerging trends. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. A background in communications, journalism, digital media or equivalent practical experience. A full UK driving licence. Experience within local government, public services or political communications would be advantageous but is not essential. ## Working Arrangements Location: Brentwood & Rochford, Essex Hybrid Working: Approximately 2–3 days per week working from offices across the two locations, with the remaining days working from home. Hours: 37 hours per week Working Times: Monday to Thursday: 8:30am–5:00pm Friday: 8:30am–4:30pm Contract Duration: Initial 3 months Pay Rate: £16.66–£17.90 per hour PAYE ## Why Apply? Competitive hourly pay of up to £17.90 PAYE. Hybrid working arrangements. An opportunity to showcase your creativity across photography, video and digital content. A varied role with plenty of scope to contribute fresh ideas. The chance to create content that informs, engages and makes a difference to local communities. ## Apply Today If you're a creative social media professional who enjoys producing great content and connecting with audiences, we'd love to hear from you. For further information or to apply, contact Elliott at LYNX Employment Services. Telephone: (phone number removed) Email