I'm working with a leading global communications agency to find a strategic and commercially savvy Associate Director, Social Strategy to join their award-winning team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead social strategy for one of the world’s most high-profile consumer goods clients, across a variety of lifestyle and personal care categories.
If you’re a senior-level social expert with deep knowledge of both paid and organic social, content planning, influencer marketing, and client leadership, this could be your next big move!
The Role
- Social Associate Director
- Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE
- Location: London – Hybrid
As Associate Director, you’ll lead social thinking and innovation across multiple brands. You’ll act as the strategic lead on client briefs, guiding content and influencer strategies, and ensuring best-in-class social practices across all touchpoints. This role requires strong experience in both client relationship management and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
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Own and lead social strategy and content planning across multiple product categories
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Ensure social best practices are embedded in all campaign development
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Guide influencer strategy and talent partnerships (including UGC and creator content)
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Lead client relationships: agenda setting, comms planning, and campaign delivery
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Oversee a high-performing team within the Social & Influence discipline
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Collaborate with internal creative, research, and project management teams
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Identify opportunities for growth and innovation on client business
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Manage scopes of work, budget oversight, and commercial planning
Must-Have Experience
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Senior-level experience in a social/content/integrated agency or in-house brand environment
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Deep expertise in both paid and organic social media strategy
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Proven success leading influencer and creator campaigns
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Excellent client handling and relationship-building skills
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Experience with budget and commercial management, including scopes of work
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Ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams
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Strong understanding of strategic frameworks and content ecosystems
Why This Role?
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Join a top-tier agency working on one of the most influential and globally recognised client accounts
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Lead a diverse portfolio of work with major visibility and impact
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Collaborate with a high-performing, creative, and supportive team
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Drive forward strategic thinking in an ever-evolving social media landscape
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Enjoy a role that blends creativity, innovation, and commercial leadership
Sound like the opportunity for you? Get in touch today with your CV for full details!
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