via Reed · 9 September 2026 ·10 days ago

Content & Social Media Manager

Reed
Greater Manchester Full-time GBP 40,000 – 40,000
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Content & Social Media Manager

Manchester | Salary £40k - Negotiable | 37 Hours per Week | Office Based

We're looking for a creative, commercially minded Content & Social Media Manager to join a thriving Manchester-based Consumer business. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of content and social strategy, drive brand growth, and help shape the future of a rapidly expanding business.

Working closely with the senior marketing team, you'll play a pivotal role in developing engaging content, growing online communities, and delivering impactful campaigns across multiple channels.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Developing and delivering a content strategy aligned with brand and business objectives

  • Planning, creating and scheduling engaging social media content across key platforms

  • Leading creative campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement and sales

  • Producing high-quality content including blogs, email campaigns, product copy and social posts

  • Analysing content performance and using insights to optimise future activity

  • Building and nurturing online communities through proactive engagement

  • Collaborating with marketing, product and sales teams on launches and campaigns

  • Keeping up with emerging social trends, platform updates and industry developments

About You

We're looking for a hands-on content specialist with a passion for storytelling, social media and brand building.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in a Content Manager, Social Media Manager or similar Social role

  • Strong copywriting and content creation skills

  • Excellent understanding of social media platforms and best practices

  • Experience using scheduling and analytics tools such as Hootsuite, Buffer, Google Analytics or Meta Insights

  • Basic graphic design and video editing skills, ideally using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite

  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong eye for detail and brand consistency

  • Confident creating content and appearing on camera

  • Understanding of both organic and paid social content

Desirable
  • Experience working in homeware or consumer brands

  • Knowledge of SEO and keyword research

  • Experience with influencer partnerships and collaborations

  • Understanding of paid social advertising

  • Experience with TikTok Shop and social commerce

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