Head of Social
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Posted: 03/02/2026
- £70000 - £120000 per annum
- London
- Permanent
Head of Social
Top Global Media Agency
London | £70,000-£120,000 | 4 days in the office
We are hiring a Social Strategy Director to join a leading global media agency at a senior level. This role sits at the centre of social, culture and media, and requires proven experience within a social-first agency environment. You will be responsible for shaping social strategy that goes beyond media planning, bringing creative, cultural and platform-native thinking to large-scale, high-profile clients.
The role
Own and define social-first strategy across key client accounts
Develop integrated social ecosystems spanning organic, paid, creator and content strategies
Lead strategic thinking from insight through to execution, ensuring work is culturally relevant and creatively distinctive
Act as a senior strategic partner to clients, confidently leading conversations and presentations at stakeholder level
Collaborate closely with creative, paid media and leadership teams to elevate social output across the agency
What we're looking for
Senior-level experience within a social-first agency (essential)
Deep understanding of social platforms, culture and creator ecosystems
Strong grasp of paid social and amplification, with the ability to connect creative ambition to performance outcomes
- Deep understanding of how social commerce drives ROI
Excellent stakeholder management and client leadership skills
A strategic, creative thinker comfortable influencing at a senior level
What's on offer
Salary between £70,000-£120,000, depending on experience
London-based role with four days per week in the office
Opportunity to shape social strategy for some of the world's most recognisable brands
High-impact, visible role within a global agency environment
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