Social Media Manager & Content Creator

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Overview

Helping business leaders get more from their social media. We are a fast-growing specialist social media agency that helps businesses and business leaders worldwide drive more attention, authority and opportunities by leveraging social media. Our service offering includes social media management & content creation, personal branding and strategy/training for service-based businesses, worldwide. We are a team of 4 based in Loughton (North East London/Essex) with ambitions to scale into a world-class agency.

Hybrid role: We operate a hybrid model where team members come to the office (shoot days count) 3 days a week and work from home 2 days a week, with the option to come in more if preferred.

Equal opportunities: We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusive, diverse working environments.

Salary: Please see below for the job description.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Social Media Manager & Content Creator to research trends, grow communities, and turn strategy into high-performing content. You’ll be at the centre of our client work: spotting what works, coaching clients to shine online, and ensuring every piece of content drives attention and authority.

What you’ll do

• Research current social trends and apply them to client campaigns.
• Turn performance data into insights and optimise content accordingly.
• Manage and grow clients’ communities across LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and more.
• Use social scheduling and management tools to keep campaigns running smoothly.
• Create light graphics and copy for social posts.
• Support in content shoots, coach clients and ensure content feels natural.
• Collaborate with Videographers, Account Managers, and Designers to deliver campaigns.

MUST HAVES

• A natural communicator with exceptional people skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• You can coach clients and build strong relationships.
• Commercial understanding — you know content must link to outcomes.
• Obsessed with social media, personal branding, and staying ahead of trends.
• Proficiency with social scheduling/management software (Sprout Social, etc.).
• Eye for design and ability to write concise, engaging copy.
• Experience creating social-first video formats (vertical reels, shorts, carousels).
• Commercial mindset — you understand content has to deliver results, not just look good.
• Creative mindset with an eye for detail and strong storytelling ability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• A full UK Driving License and car is preferred.
• Familiarity with AI tools and how to maximize LLMs like ChatGPT.

BONUS POINTS

• Experience in B2B marketing/social is a plus.
• Experience delivering results for businesses in property, technology, events and marketing.
• Videography, camera operation, and editing.
• Confidence behind the camera to capture lo-fi content.
• Advanced editing software experience like Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.

Why join Social Advantage?

• Be at the heart of a fast-growing agency’s client work.
• Work with founders, CMOs, and senior marketers in exciting industries.
• Hybrid role with shoots, strategy, team collaboration and home-based work.
• Opportunity to grow into senior strategy or creative roles as we scale.
• Regular team socials.

When applying, please include a covering letter explaining why you would be ideal, plus a link to your CV and portfolio.

Seniorit y

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Marketing Services

Note: This description excludes irrelevant postings and focuses on the current role details. EEO statements are provided above to reflect commitment to equal opportunity.