Senior Social Account Executive in Kingston upon Thames

About us
We are Performance Communications – proudly employee-owned, one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and the UK’s leading specialist agency in Automotive, Technology & Sports Brand Comms. We are 60 strong, creatively driven, and fuelled by a passion for storytelling that actually moves the needle for our clients. Whether it’s dreaming up big campaign ideas, unlocking media opportunities, building influencer buzz, or crafting stories that stand out on social – no two days here are ever the same. We are based in Kingston upon Thames and work hybrid: three days in-office, two from home.

What we’re looking for
Working on iconic global motorcycle and automotive brands, we are looking for an experienced social media professional who is passionate about two wheels and confident managing high-profile social accounts. You should be proactive and highly organised, with strong community management skills, a sharp eye for detail, and a flair for creating engaging, social-first content that brings the world of motorcycling to life.

What you’ll be doing
You will take ownership of the day-to-day social media presence for a major UK motorcycle brand, as well as supporting other major automotive clients as the role grows. Your role will cover the full social lifecycle from idea to execution to community engagement. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day social media channels for a major UK motorcycle brand and additional client accounts
• Developing social-first content ideas and pitching them internally and to clients
• Creating, editing and publishing content across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube and X
• Writing captions, scripts and post copy aligned to brand tone of voice
• Scheduling and publishing content through social media management tools
• Monitoring performance and optimising content based on engagement and platform insights
• Managing community conversations including comments, messages and mentions
• Identifying opportunities for reactive, trend-led and culturally relevant content
• Working closely with internal creative, PR and account teams to deliver integrated campaigns
• Supporting wider campaign launches with social-led thinking and execution

What skills you will need
Highly organised and detail-oriented, with exceptional attention to detail. Strong communicator, with excellent verbal and written skills to engage with clients, media, and internal teams. Takes initiative - proactive, self-motivated, and resilient. Creative and trend-savvy - passionate about social media, content trends, and digital innovation. 1-2 years within a similar role (agency experience preferred). Experience with PR and media relations is a plus. Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Emplifi, Hootsuite etc.) is required. Facilitation of photo/video shoots – liaising with photographers, drawing up storyboards and photo briefs, managing shoots on the ground. Research and development skills, e.g. liaising with suppliers, managing timelines, arranging calls, agendas and meeting actions. Creation of and tracking small to medium scale budgets, including sourcing supplier costs, creating quotes, tracking invoices. Experience working with influencers on earned basis – liaising with influencers and influencer agents, organising influencer-based activity, negotiating deliverables, reporting on influencer statistics. Understanding of key social channels preferable (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube etc). Involvement in integrated campaigns involving wider marketing, social media and web teams preferable – understanding of how different channels work and requirements for each.

Why work with us
As an employee owned business you become part of a bold, creative agency where your voice matters, your growth is nurtured, and your wellbeing is genuinely supported. Perks & Benefits Including... Employee owned bonus schemes, Private healthcare, 28 days holiday, Hybrid and flexible working, £250 wellbeing allowance, 4:30pm Friday finishes, Personal and team social budgets, Recognition awards, Breakfast on office days, Company-wide social events (legendary summer and Christmas parties), Cycle to Work scheme, Dog-friendly office, Ongoing training & development.

Our values
We’re a dickhead-free zone: We’re a kind and compassionate bunch. We’re not about egos. It’s team first, and we want to work with like-minded people. We take the initiative: Proactivity and curiosity make great communicators, which is why we’re always on the front foot. We relish a challenge: Ground-breaking work isn’t easy. If it were, everyone would be doing it. We take pride in nurturing talent: Show the application and drive, and we’ll support you every step of the way. We want people to be themselves: Everyone is different. We believe you get the best out of people when they can be who they want to be. We do cool shit: We get a kick out of doing stuff that gets noticed.