Freelance Social Media Account Manager at Splendid Communications

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Management, Campaign Leadership, Social Content Strategy, Content Execution, Social Platforms Understanding, Reporting, Client Communication, Organizational Skills, Project Juggling, Team Collaboration, Proactive Mindset, Solutions Focused, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Risk Management, Account Growth

Industry

Public Relations and Communications Services

Description

Splendid Communications is looking for an experienced Freelance Social & Digital Account Manager to join our busy social team, working across high‑profile consumer brands in the food and drink space. We are currently recruiting for a permanent member of the team and whilst we go through that process we require freelance support. In a world of fast scrolls and short attention spans, shouting louder isn’t a strategy. Real impact comes from knowing how to show up in the moments and conversations that matter to people. At Splendid, we build earned-first ideas that connect with real people, in the places they spend time. We help brands shape stories that people share, that change perceptions, spark actions and drive results. We believe the best brand-building happens when strategy, creativity and delivery are pulling in the same direction. That’s why we created the COUNT framework. It keeps every idea culturally sharp, commercially wired and alive, well beyond the pitch deck. Because conversations that count aren’t coincidental. They’re engineered for impact. The successful individual will have the opportunity to make a huge impact working on high-profile food, drink, retail, lifestyle and consumer tech clients, and covering the full range of creative briefs from always-on activity to major campaigns. Key Responsibilities We’re looking for an experienced Freelance Social & Digital Account Manager to join Splendid’s fast‑paced social team, working across high‑profile consumer brands, including food, drink and travel. This is a varied, fast‑paced role for someone confident managing clients, leading campaigns, and delivering standout social content from strategy through to execution an This role is perfect for someone who thrives in agency life, loves social content, and is confident leading clients, campaigns and teams from idea to delivery. What you’ll do Be the day‑to‑day lead for clients, building trusted relationships and managing expectations Lead social campaigns from planning to execution, delivering standout content across platforms Oversee always‑on and campaign content, including shoots, events and live social Work closely with creative, production and influencer partners to bring ideas to life Manage timelines, budgets, reporting and evaluations with confidence Support, mentor and motivate junior team members Spot opportunities, manage risks and help accounts grow Proven experience managing social or digital accounts within an agency Strong understanding of social platforms, content creation and reporting Confident client communicator with excellent organisational skills Comfortable juggling multiple projects in a busy environment A collaborative team player with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset Balance work and home life with our Hybrid working policy – working 2 days from home and 3 days a week in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) 💻 Early 4.30 pm finish on Friday 🙌 Headspace hour - 1 hour guaranteed meeting-free per day At Splendid we care deeply and are passionate about inclusion at every level of our business. We believe that team diversity enriches our collaborative culture and our work for clients. We are keen to meet candidates from all backgrounds so please get in touch if your skills and experience match our job description. If we can help you by making any adjustments to our application process, please do let our recruitment team know. Applications close Friday 13th March 2026.

Responsibilities

The role involves being the day-to-day lead for clients, building trusted relationships, and managing expectations across high-profile consumer brands. Key tasks include leading social campaigns from planning to execution, overseeing content, managing logistics like shoots and events, and handling timelines, budgets, and reporting.