Paid Social Executive

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We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. We'd love to hear from you

About the role

HL is undergoing major transformation and Marketing is central to that change. We're evolving fast, with a sharp focus on content, brand, product marketing, performance, website and CRO. We're building a joined-up, insight-driven marketing function that delivers measurable impact from powerful brand storytelling and high-converting content to optimised digital journeys and data-led performance. We're raising the bar, streamlining how we work, and unlocking new opportunities to grow, engage and convert, setting a new standard for marketing at HL

The Paid Social Executive at Hargreaves Lansdown plays a key role in executing and optimising paid social media campaigns to support the company's marketing objectives. Reporting to the Senior Paid Media Manager, this role is responsible for delivering performance-driven campaigns across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and emerging channels. The Paid Social Executive will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure campaigns are aligned with brand guidelines and deliver measurable results.

What you'll be doing

• Planning, executing, and optimising paid social media campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Monitoring campaign performance and providing regular reporting and insights.
• Collaborating with the creative team to develop engaging ad creatives and messaging.
• Supporting the Senior Paid Media Manager in budget management and forecasting.
• Conducting A/B testing and analysing results to inform future campaign strategies.
• Staying up to date with platform updates, trends, and best practices in paid social media.
• Ensuring all campaigns comply with regulatory and brand guidelines.

About you

• Strong understanding of paid social media platforms and campaign management tools.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in a paid social media or digital marketing role.
• Familiarity with platforms such as Facebook Ads Manager, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, and Twitter Ads.
• Experience with analytics tools such as Google Analytics or similar.

Interview Process

The interview process for this role will include two stages with a task.

Working schedule

This role is based in our Bristol head office (BS1 5HL) and we offer a hybrid working pattern, with a minimum of two days in the office per week.

Why us?

Here at HL, we're the UK's number 1 investment platform for private investors, based in Bristol. For more than 40 years we've helped investors save time, tax and money on their investments.

To achieve our mission, we believe we have a workplace like no other, with constant learning, dynamic teams, and a great ethos. We're steered by core values that promote service, quality, innovation, and opportunity in everything we do.

What's on offer?

• Discretionary annual bonus* and annual pay review
• 25 days* holiday plus bank holidays and 1-day additional Christmas closure
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday**
• Flexible working options available, including hybrid working
• Enhanced parental leave
• Pension scheme up to 11% employer contribution
• Income Protection and Life insurance (4 x salary core level of cover)
• Private medical insurance*
• Health care cash plans - including optical, dental, and outpatient care
• Health screening programme
• - confidential support including mental health counselling and remote GP
• Wellhub - unlimited access to fitness providers and wellness coach sessions
• Variety of travel to work schemes with bike storage and shower facilities
• Inhouse barista and deli serving subsidised coffee and sandwiches
• Two paid volunteering days per year

*dependant on role level

** only available to select during our annual benefits window, in November each year

Hargreaves Lansdown is an inclusive employer that values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.

This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis - please ask the Recruitment & Onboarding team for more information.

Please note, we are unable to provide employment sponsorship to candidates.

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