Social Media Executive

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Salary: £25,000 – £28,000

Is the world of social media your happy place? Are you obsessed with crafting content that captivates and goes viral? If your creativity is ignited by the latest social media trends, and you’re ready to build a career around your passion, then UniHomes want you!

We’re seeking a dynamic Social Media Executive to join our high-energy Brand Activation team. You’ll be at the heart of shaping our brand’s identity, crafting compelling and original content that resonates with our student audience, and driving awareness for UniHomes as the ultimate platform.

Your role will involve developing and executing a content strategy that aligns with our broader marketing goals. You’ll be responsible for creating engaging competitions, promotions, and weekly features while maintaining a strong brand presence across all social channels. Additionally, you’ll collaborate closely with our Ambassador Program Executive to amplify our message through authentic student voices.

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a team that’s redefining industry standards. If you’re ready to take on a challenge and make a real impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a cohesive aesthetic grid across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and X, incorporating fresh themes and timely content to maximize engagement.
• Contribute innovative ideas to the overall marketing strategy, effectively communicating and presenting recommendations.
• Leverage data analytics to identify growth opportunities and refine social media performance.
• Stay ahead of trends within the student demographic to create relevant and compelling content.
• Oversee the production, growth, and optimisation of all social media channels, providing monthly performance reports and actionable recommendations.
• Maintain and enhance the website’s blog section, aligning content with key business objectives and promoting relevant articles strategically.
• Proactively manage and respond to customer reviews on Trustpilot and Google.
• Expand brand visibility through active networking at student-focused events in key regional cities.

Skills and experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Marketing Executive or similar role, with a proven track record of building and engaging online communities through creative content.
• Exceptional creativity, writing, and design skills, demonstrated through a strong portfolio (please include a link in your application).
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate business objectives into effective marketing strategies.
• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to implementing feedback.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a marketing team.
• In-depth understanding of the student market and its unique dynamics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools (e.g., Canva).

About us: 

UniHomes has been named the fastest-growing technology company in Yorkshire and the Northeast in the 2023 Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50. We are also incredibly proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW®).

Our industry-leading property search portal and utility management service enables our established and ever-increasing network of letting agent partners, to offer hassle-free all-inclusive accommodation to our growing and strong community of university students, who are actively seeking their perfect shared house. We are taking the market by storm, currently in over 60 university cities and towns across the UK, and we have huge ambitions for 2024.

Founded by three Sheffield property entrepreneurs in 2015, we have experienced remarkable growth and now have a team of almost one hundred at our Sheffield City Centre office. With recent minority investment from LDC we are scaling up our teams ready to conquer new horizons. There couldn’t be a more exciting time to join us.

We are a team driven and united by our core values:

• Lead the Way
• In it Together
• Customers Matter
• Keep it Simple
• Rise Above Challenges
• Make it Happen

What do you get when you work here?

With people and culture at the heart of our organisation, we are continually enhancing our employee offer and culture. We are incredibly proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW®) and an accredited Living Wage employer – all our employees earn a fair living wage above the government minimum wage.

Working in our stunning new office at New Era Square in the centre of Sheffield, you will get complimentary breakfast, hot & cold drinks, snacks, pool table, holidays, length of service days, voluntary day, enhanced pension scheme, pension salary sacrifice scheme, healthcare scheme, Employee Assistant Programme, sick pay, enhanced maternity & paternity pay, career progression, a commitment to personal and professional development, employee of the month award, refer a friend scheme, staff discounts, mental health and financial support, and company social events.

At UniHomes we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and which values individuals for their unique perspectives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.

We do not accept CV submissions from recruitment agencies. Direct applications from individual candidates are encouraged. Thank you for your understanding.