Marketing & Social Media Executive

Job Type : Permanent
Location : Manchester
Contract Type : EXTERNAL

We are seeking a commercially minded and creatively driven Marketing & Social Media Manager to lead marketing activity across our growing portfolio of purpose-built student accommodation. You'll take ownership of brand, lead generation, social growth and on-site marketing execution to support leasing targets and create a sense of community in every building.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who understands the student mindset, thrives on fast-paced campaigns and knows how to turn likes, clicks and engagement into real-world conversions.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Strategy & Execution

  • Plan and deliver integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, email, paid media and print
     
  • Develop and manage annual marketing calendars for each development in line with lettings cycles
     
  • Work closely with the lettings and on-site teams to drive enquiries, bookings and occupancy
     

Social Media & Content

  • Own all social media channels for the student brand, with a focus on TikTok and Instagram
     
  • Produce engaging content that showcases student life, events, facilities and local culture
     
  • Manage content calendars, briefing creators and overseeing community management
     

Brand & Creative

  • Evolve and protect the visual identity and tone of voice across all touchpoints
     
  • Brief and manage external designers, photographers and videographers
     
  • Produce collateral including brochures, flyers, posters and email templates
     

Performance & Reporting

  • Monitor performance using HubSpot, GA4 and native platform analytics
     
  • Report weekly on leads, engagement, traffic and ROI
     
  • Optimise campaigns and channels based on data and feedback
     

Community Marketing

  • Support on-site teams with resident events, giveaways and referral incentives
     
  • Develop relationships with student influencers, societies and partners
     
  • Activate pop-up marketing near university campuses during peak periods
     

What We’re Looking For

  • 2-3+ years in a marketing role, ideally within PBSA, residential or lifestyle sectors
  • Knowledge of student marketing channels and lead generation platforms, including SpareRoom, Rightmove and Zoopla
     
  • Comfortable briefing and managing freelancers and creatives

 

  • Strong social media and digital marketing experience, with proven results
     
  • Confident copywriter and visual storyteller
     
  • Commercially minded with strong understanding of lead generation and conversion
     
  • Comfortable briefing and managing freelancers and creatives
     
  • HubSpot and Canva experience preferred
     
  • A self-starter who thrives on ownership and pace
     

What You’ll Get

  • Competitive salary
  • Support from a wider marketing team and in-house design studio
     
  • The opportunity to shape the brand and marketing strategy from the ground up
     
  • A fun, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas matter
     

 

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