About usWe're Performance Communications — proudly employee-owned, one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and the UK's leading specialist agency in Automotive, Technology & Sports Brand Comms. We're 60 strong, creatively driven, and fuelled by a passion for storytelling that actually moves the needle for our clients.Whether it's dreaming up big campaign ideas, unlocking media opportunities, building influencer buzz, or crafting stories that stand out on social — no two days here are ever the same.We're based in Kingston upon Thames and work hybrid: three days in-office, two from home.What we're looking forWorking on iconic global motorcycle and automotive brands, we're looking for an experienced social media professional who is passionate about two wheels and confident managing high-profile social accounts. You should be proactive and highly organised, with strong community management skills, a sharp eye for detail, and a flair for creating engaging, social-first content that brings the world of motorcycling to life.What you'll be doingYou will take ownership of the day-to-day social media presence for a major UK motorcycle brand, as well as supporting other major automotive clients as the role grows.Your role will cover the full social lifecycle from idea to execution to community engagement.Key responsibilities will include:Managing the day-to-day social media channels for a major UK motorcycle brand and additional client accountsDeveloping social-first content ideas and pitching them internally and to clientsCreating, editing and publishing content across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube and XWriting captions, scripts and post copy aligned to brand tone of voiceScheduling and publishing content through social media management toolsMonitoring performance and optimising content based on engagement and platform insightsManaging community conversations including comments, messages and mentionsIdentifying opportunities for reactive, trend-led and culturally relevant contentWorking closely with internal creative, PR and account teams to deliver integrated campaignsSupporting wider campaign launches with social-led thinking and executionWhat skills you will needHighly organised and detail-oriented, with exceptional attention to detailStrong communicator, with excellent verbal and written skills to engage with clients, media, and internal teamsTakes initiative - proactive, self-motivated, and resilientCreative and trend-savvy - passionate about social media, content trends, and digital innovation1-2 years within a similar role (agency experience preferred)Experience with PR and media relations is a plusExperience with social media management tools (e.g., Emplifi, Hootsuite etc.) is requiredFacilitation of photo/video shoots – liaising with photographers, drawing up storyboards and photo briefs, managing shoots on the groundResearch and development skills, e.g. liaising with suppliers, managing timelines, arranging calls, agendas and meeting actionsCreation of and tracking small to medium scale budgets, including sourcing supplier costs, creating quotes, tracking invoicesExperience working with influencers on earned basis – liaising with influencers and influencer agents, organising influencer-based activity, negotiating deliverables, reporting on influencer statisticsUnderstanding of key social channels preferable (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube etc)Involvement in integrated campaigns involving wider marketing, social media and web teams preferable – understanding of how different channels work and requirements for eachWhy work with usAs an employee owned business you become part of a bold, creative agency where your voice matters, your growth is nurtured, and your wellbeing is genuinely supported.Perks & BenefitsIncluding...Employee owned bonus schemesPrivate healthcare28 days holidayHybrid and flexible working£250 wellbeing allowance4:30pm Friday finishesPersonal and team social budgetsRecognition awardsBreakfast on office daysCompany-wide social events (legendary summer and Christmas parties)Cycle to Work schemeDog-friendly officeOngoing training & developmentOur valuesWe're a dickhead-free zone: We're a kind and compassionate bunch. We're not about egos. It's team first, and we want to work with like-minded people.We take the initiative: Proactivity and curiosity make great communicators, which is why we're always on the front foot.We relish a challenge: Ground-breaking work isn't easy. If it were, everyone would be doing it.We take pride in nurturing talent: Show the application and drive, and we'll support you every step of the way.We want people to be themselves: Everyone is different. We believe you get the best out of people when they can be who they want to be.We do cool shit: We get a kick out of doing stuff that gets noticed.
Job Title
Senior Social Account Executive