Job Description
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Social Executive
Department: PR, Social & Influence
Location: London
Contract type: Fixed-Term (12 months)
Full Time/Part time: Full Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid 3:2
Reporting into:Social Director / Social Business Director
About Ogilvy:
Ogilvy UK has been creating iconic ideas that deliver impact at scale for clients ever since David Ogilvy founded the company in 1948. Ogilvy UK specialises in bringing together brand advertising, customer experience marketing, PR, influence and consulting, all fueled by Behavioural Science. Our world-class award-winning creative campaigns deliver solutions for clients including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Mondelēz International, Unilever, TK Maxx and Pernod Ricard.
In 2023, Ogilvy UK celebrated their 75th anniversary and was the most awarded agency in Europe. Ogilvy is home to the largest influencer marketing practice globally, and hosts the world’s biggest festival of behavioural science and creativity, Nudgestock – now in its 12th year.
The Role: Social Media Executive
As a Social Media Executive, you will play a crucial role in the successful delivery of our social media content and engagement strategies. This is a foundational role where you will learn the end-to-end process of social, from initial content research and scheduling to performance analysis and reporting. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, supporting senior team members and developing the organisational and communication skills essential for a successful career in social media.
A key part of your success will be your ability to manage your tasks effectively, recognise when to seek guidance, and communicate clearly with your line manager. We are looking for a self-motivated and ambitious individual with a positive “can-do” attitude, a keen interest in all things social media, and a genuine desire to grow and learn.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the day-to-day execution of social media content and campaigns, from content sourcing and scheduling to performance tracking and reporting, ensuring you seek guidance from your line manager when unsure of a process.
- Assist the social media team with research into trending topics, emerging platforms, and relevant content opportunities, ensuring recommendations are strategic and diverse.
- Build and nurture positive relationships with key social media community members, content creators, and brand advocates.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with your line manager, providing regular updates on social media activities and flagging any potential issues or delays early.
- Manage social media administration using our internal platforms (e.g., content calendars, scheduling tools, Monday.com), including asset organisation, content scheduling, and tracking performance metrics.
- Review and approve social media content to ensure it meets brand guidelines, campaign objectives, and platform best practices.
- Assist in compiling data and insights for social media performance reports, helping to demonstrate content value, audience engagement, and key learnings.
- Actively participate in team meetings and training sessions, sharing insights and demonstrating a receptiveness to feedback to support your personal and professional development.
- Contribute to the successful execution of social media activations at events or brand partnerships, providing logistical support and on-site assistance as required, ensuring alignment with overall social media objectives.
- Actively collaborate with internal teams (e.g., marketing, content, PR) to ensure seamless integration of social media initiatives with broader brand strategies, facilitating shared learnings and consistent messaging across all channels.
Skills for Your Growth to Account Manager:
To support your progression, you will be expected to develop capabilities in the following areas:
Develop Project Ownership: Gradually take the lead on smaller campaign components, managing timelines and deliverables with decreasing supervision to build towards full campaign ownership.
Build Client-Facing Confidence: Move from an internal support role to actively participating in client meetings, eventually leading updates on your specific areas of work.
Enhance Strategic Thinking: Go beyond executing briefs to proactively contributing creative ideas and strategic recommendations for creators and content.
Develop Proactive Problem-Solving: Transition from identifying issues for your manager to proposing thoughtful solutions for day-to-day campaign challenges.
Demonstrate Early Leadership: Act as a ‘buddy’ for new starters and interns, sharing your knowledge and demonstrating the ability to guide and support others.
What You Will Need:
A genuine passion for social media, with a strong familiarity with platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest.
A proactive and accountable approach, taking ownership of your tasks while understanding the importance of escalating issues to senior team members.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage your time effectively, meet deadlines, and recognise when to ask for help to prioritise tasks.
A strong willingness to learn and a demonstrable receptiveness to constructive feedback.
The ability to build strong rapport and productive relationships both internally and externally.
A proven team player, with a proactive and positive approach to achieving goals and supporting the work of others.
High energy and the ability to multitask, with excellent attention to detail.
The ability to remain calm and optimistic under pressure.
How we help you Thrive:
25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day
Bupa Healthcare
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am – 4pm
A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure
Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests.
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance
Our ambition is to attract the very best diverse talent to Ogilvy, and to be the employer of choice in the UK. We want everyone to feel welcome when they join us, and once they’re here, for them to want to stay with us, grow their career, and to feel they belong with us.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we’re committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for anyone who wants to work at Ogilvy . We believe that for creativity to flourish, everything about how we work must have diversity at its core. Your race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know and we will do everything we can to accommodate.
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
