Head of Social Media

Location: MailOnline Headquarters - London
Position: Permanent



Job Introduction

MailOnline has an incredible opportunity for a Head of Social Media to lead its industry-leading team in London. MailOnline is the biggest news publisher on social media with more than 40million followers across its wide-ranging and diverse stable of accounts. We're looking for an outstanding candidate who can cement that position, grow our traffic and drive engagement and follower growth.

The candidate must have a proven ability to deliver world class innovation and growth in social media, particularly on Facebook, but also focusing on Twitter, Instagram and other platforms.

You will manage a team of talented social media editors and writers, identity content themes and devise and implement new tactics and strategies, while maintaining editorial standards of excellence. You will work closely with our editors and journalists to deliver engaging content to our millions of followers. You must have a high regard for analytics and understand how to use it to inform actions - and deliver demonstrable success.

Requirements:

Exceptional knowledge of industry trends
Proven ability to lead large teams of creatives
Ability to provide vision for growth across multiple social platforms and deliver understanding of analytics and using them to inform output
High proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
Ability to identify, vet, and create compelling original and viral stories, local and global, that will be shared on MailOnline's social accounts
Experienced editor capable of quick turn-arounds, with multiple projects on your plate at any given moment
Effective communicator and team player who will collaborate with social media producers, journalists and editors to create compelling work
Sharp writer who can write punchy headlines and captions - and with a good eye for engaging imagery
Responsibilities:

Provide leadership to a team of social media editors and writers
Developing and delivering social media strategy for MailOnline's huge audience
Provide weekly reports on performance for senior leadership
The above list is not exhaustive and constantly evolving, based on the needs of the business. Out of hours availability and a high level of adaptability are essential.



Package Description

In return for their energy and ideas we ensure our people are well rewarded. Our benefits package increases the longer you've been with us. Here's what to expect:

25 days' holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30)
Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 3% Company contribution.
Life cover under the Pension Plan of up to 3x your basic salary.
DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards)
Subsidised canteen
Onsite gym
Onsite nurse and GP clinics
Our Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted dining cards
Plus many other benefits....