Social Media Manager

CMC MARKETS PLC, Birtley Green, Surrey

Social Media Manager

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CMC MARKETS PLC, Birtley Green, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 10 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Location ref: Birtley Green, Surrey

Full Job Description

We are seeking a highly creative and hands-on Social Media Manager & Content Creator to lead the execution of our social media strategy across key platforms.
We're looking for a hands-on content creator to manage content end-to-end, from concept and production to publishing and optimisation.
You'll turn markets, products, and brand moments into compelling, audience-first content.
This is not a coordination or scheduling role, you will be expected to generate ideas and create content yourself on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation & Production

Create high-quality video and social content across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X
Film, edit, and confidently appear on camera when needed
Capture and create content around sports sponsorships (events, athletes, behind-the-scenes, live event moments)
Turn financial market trends, and brand moments into engaging, easy-to-understand content
Own the social content calendar across all channels
Identify opportunities to connect brand storytelling with live sports and cultural moments
Partner with marketing, product, and sales to deliver relevant, consistent content

Campaign Execution

Bring campaigns, products, and sports sponsorships to life on social
Translate briefs into compelling, social-first content
Work with partners, athletes, and internal teams to create timely, high-impact content
Identify, collaborate with, and manage relationships with external creators and influencers to produce consistent, high-quality trading and market content.
Manage approvals and ensure brand and regulatory compliance

Community & Platform Management

Manage posting, engagement, and platform performance
Join conversations across sports, markets, and culture in a timely, relevant way
Stay ahead of trends, formats, and algorithm changes

Performance & Optimisation

Track performance and optimise content based on insights
Test new formats, ideas, and creative approaches
Continuously improve what works - and move fast

3-5+ years in social/content (brand or personal)
Strong filming + editing skills - Creative thinker with a strong eye for storytelling and visual content.
Excellent social copywriting skills, with the ability to write sharp, engaging, platform-native content (particularly for X and LinkedIn), including threads, commentary, and reactive posts on market trends.
Deep understanding of what works on modern platforms
Ability to simplify complex ideas into engaging content
Strong interest in trading, investing, or financial markets, with the curiosity and ability to quickly build informed perspectives.
Experienced using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Midjourney, After effects, Figma, or similar, with a focus on creating and editing content quickly and independently.
Comfortable being hands-on and moving quickly

Bonus

Experience in fintech, trading, or financial services.
Built or grown your own social presence
Familiarity with compliance and regulatory considerations in financial marketing.
Experience working with influencers or brand ambassadors.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/social-media-manager-127174586