Hirexo Talent Partners is conducting a search for an exceptional Head of Social to join our client’s fast-growing full-service e-commerce agency. This role is pivotal in leading and managing a dynamic social media team, driving innovative strategies, and delivering outstanding results across various high-profile accounts in the Fashion, Health&Beauty, and Gaming sectors. This role offers remote working but will require the candidate to be based in Manchester due to a high number of clients being based there. About our Client Our client, a premier marketing agency, partners with some of the most renowned brands across the UK and international markets. Their expertise spans a diverse range of industries, delivering cutting-edge marketing solutions. Part of a prestigious Private Equity Group with a turnover of over£500m, they pride themselves on their innovative approach and exceptional results. Head of Social Overview The Head of Social will lead and manage a dynamic social media team, develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies, oversee high-quality content creation, and analyse performance metrics. This role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of social media platforms to drive engagement and achieve marketing objectives across multiple high-profile accounts in various sectors. The Head of Social Responsibilities Include: Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies aligned with the overall marketing objectives. Set goals, identify target audiences, and select the most suitable platforms for engagement. Oversee the creation and curation of high-quality and engaging content across social media channels, ensuring all content, including written posts, images, videos, and multimedia elements, resonates with the target audience and reflects the brand image. Lead and manage a team of social media managers, a TikTok Shop team, and an influencer outreach manager, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment, inspiring and motivating the team to achieve excellence. Analyse social media metrics and generate reports to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and strategies, identifying trends, understanding user behaviour, and making data-driven decisions to optimize social media efforts. Work closelywith cross-functional teams such as paid ads, CRM, and SEO departments to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach. Collaborate with senior leadership to align strategies, allocate social budgets, and deliver strong results. Maintain an expert-level understanding of the latest trends, tools, andindustry best practices, staying ahead of algorithm changes, emerging platforms, and new features to ensure cutting-edge strategies and informed decisions. Share knowledge of social media trends and best practices with the wider team to maintain a competitive edge. Head of Social Requirements&Skills: Several years of experience within the social media sector. A key understanding of omni-channel e-commerce marketing. Previous agency experience is a must. Proven leadership and managerial experience working with a team spanning different social media channels. Strategic thinking with the ability to develop comprehensive social media strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A creative mindset with the ability to execute innovative ideas to attract and engage a target audience. Proficiency in analysing social media metrics and using analytics tools for tracking the performance of campaigns and making data-driven decisions. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to delegate tasks effectively and inspire your team. Adaptable and quick to learn and implement new trends, technologies, and platforms, with the ability to pivot strategies when needed. Deep understanding of various social media platforms (such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.) and their features. Experience with TikTok Shop and creator marketplace is essential. Familiarity with social media management, scheduling, and reporting tools. Strong understanding of the importance of a brand's identity, values, and voice, ensuring consistent branding across social media channels and alignment with brand guidelines. Why Join Our Client: Competitive salary ranging from£50,000 to £60,000. Company performance bonus with profit-sharing for all employees when the company does well. Flexibility of remote working or hybrid working options. Engaging company team-building exercises. A fantastic annual Christmas party. Work with some of the biggest brands in the UKand internationally. Be part of a prestigious private equity group with a substantial turnover. Join a talented and passionate team spread across Manchester, London, and Leeds. Similar Head of Social Job Titles: Director of Social Media Social Media Marketing Manager Senior Social Media Strategist Social Media Director Chief Social Media Officer Head of Digital Engagement Social Media and Community Manager Global Social Media Lead Social Media Strategy Director Social Media Content Director If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for social media and a proven track record of leadership and innovation, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in driving success for our client’s diverse portfolio of high-profile