Senior Social Media Specialist

1 day ago

City Of London England, United Kingdom Sphere Digital Recruitment Group Full time £38,000 - £42,500 per year

Senior Social Media Specialist

Hybrid - 2 days a week in the London office (Weds & Thurs)

£38,000 - £42,500

Reports to: Account Director

Experience: 2-4 years in social media (agency or music-brand experience required)

About the Agency

A full-service social and creative agency working across
music, culture, and entertainment
, helping artists, brands, labels, and festivals grow loyal online communities through storytelling and culture-first creativity.

The team believes great social isn't about selling - it's about building genuine connections between fans and the brands they love.

The Role

We're looking for a
Senior Social Media Specialist
to lead the day-to-day running of client accounts within a collaborative "pod" structure.

You'll manage client communication, oversee social specialists, and work closely with strategists and creatives to deliver engaging, high-impact social campaigns across some of the biggest names in music and culture.

This role blends
hands-on content planning
with
client management, mentoring, and creative thinking
- perfect for someone ready to take the next step towards leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and oversee weekly content calendars - curating or creating content and writing copy for key clients.
  • Lead day-to-day client management and communications.
  • Manage 1-2 Social Media Specialists, reviewing and approving their weekly output.
  • Oversee feedback and amends to ensure delivery excellence.
  • Coordinate with strategists and designers to brief and deliver creative assets.
  • Join client calls, summarise actions, and ensure smooth follow-up.
  • Spot and pitch reactive opportunities that fit client tone and strategy.
  • Maintain organisation and project management within your pod.
  • Analyse content performance and apply insights to future output.
  • Step in for the Account Director when needed.

About You

You'll thrive in this role if you:

  • Are immersed in
    music and cultural scenes
  • from artists and fan communities to events and trends.
  • Live and breathe social media, staying ahead of new features, platforms, and trends.
  • Are a confident communicator who builds strong client relationships.
  • Have strong project management and multitasking skills.
  • Are a creative thinker with sharp editorial instincts and copywriting ability.
  • Enjoy mentoring others and giving constructive feedback.
  • Stay calm under pressure, thrive in fast-paced environments, and deliver with precision.
  • Are fluent across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, Threads, and tools like HeyOrca, Meta Suite, and Google Workspace.
  • Collaborate naturally across strategy, creative, and account management teams.

Progression

This role acts as a
bridge to leadership
- high performers can grow into
Account Director
or
Head of Social
positions as the agency expands.

Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website.

Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.

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