Social Media Manager

Job Title

Social Media Manager

Location

On-site – London (Stratford Office)

Company

Fortray Global Services

Employment Type

Full-Time

Salary

£32k

Company Description

Fortray Global Service Limited is a prominent player in IT Recruitment, Training, and Services with over 20 years of experience. As IT Recruiters, we specialise in connecting top talent with global opportunities in the digital technology sector. Our boot camp offers career changers a fast track to vital digital skills, leading to lucrative tech careers. Additionally, as a Managed Service Provider (MSP), we deliver global managed IT services tailored to businesses of all sizes.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Social Media Marketing Manager at Fortray Global Service Limited. The role involves managing social media marketing strategies, optimising content for various platforms, enhancing communication, and implementing digital marketing campaigns to drive engagement and brand awareness on social media channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead the full social media strategy across Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
• Plan and create high-performing, original content—graphics, Reels, carousels, short-form videos.
• Manage the daily posting calendar, content scheduling, and platform optimisation.
• Engage and grow our online community: respond to comments, DMs, and nurture a loyal audience.
• Monitor trending content, adapt quickly, and implement creative ideas to stay ahead.
• Collaborate with the in-house design and video team to bring campaign ideas to life.
• Support basic paid social media campaigns in partnership with the digital ads team (boosting, Meta Ads, LinkedIn).
• Using Analytics Tools & CRM Systems – Experience with platforms like Google Analytics, Meta Ads
• Digital Marketing & Performance Advertising Experience – Running successful paid and organic campaigns.
• Commercially Driven – Results-focused mindset with a passion for achieving ambitious lead targets.
• Creative & Analytical – Balancing creativity in marketing campaigns with a data-driven approach.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports on performance metrics (reach, engagement, follower growth, leads).
• Assist in influencer outreach, UGC coordination, and partnerships.

Content Scheduling & Publishing

• Publish 3 pieces per week to each of: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
• Publish 1 post per week on LinkedIn.
• Utilise our raw content library to craft engaging posts, including captions, graphics, short-form videos, thumbnails and relevant hashtags.
• Ensure each piece of work takes approximately 20–30 minutes from concept to live.

Community Engagement

• Monitor notifications, comments and messages across all platforms.
• Respond to enquiries or escalate to the team as needed within 24 hours.
• Encourage user-generated content and brand advocacy.

This role is permanent, working 37.5 hours a week. This role is based at our Group Support office in Christchurch, but travel will be required as part of the role.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience managing branded social media accounts.
• Solid understanding of social trends, storytelling, and platform best practices.
• Skilled in Canva, Cap Cut, Adobe Express, or similar content creation tools.
• Familiar with scheduling and analytics platforms (e.g. Meta Business Suite, Buffer).
• Excellent English writing, grammar, and creative communication skills.
• Strong understanding of both organic and paid social growth.
• A passion for education, tech, or career development is a bonus.

What You'll Get

• Full-time on-site role at our London Stratford Office (Monday to Friday).
• Supportive, energetic team culture with creative freedom.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing digital brand. Career growth and internal training opportunities, Competitive salary, depending on experience.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short portfolio or sample posts (if available) to:

careers@fortray.com

hireuk@fortray.com

mukul@fortray.com

Early applications encouraged.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews before 21st July 2025.