Job Description

Content Marketing Executive (Social Media)
Location: Manchester - Hybrid Working (3 days in office)
Reporting to: Director of Marketing & Business Development
What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working and modern city-centre offices (Manchester or London)
• Opportunity to work with high-profile brands and clients, across sports, entertainment & media
• A supportive, creative environment where your ideas genuinely shape the brand
• Opportunities to build your portfolio with high-quality campaigns, video, and digital content
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and direct involvement in shaping marketing strategy
• Professional development and career progression in a fast-growing, ambitious firm
• A collaborative culture that values creativity, innovation, and bold thinking

Are you a creative storyteller with a flair for social media and digital content? Do you want to take ownership of shaping the voice, visuals and brand identity of a fast-growing specialist firm? If so, this Content Marketing Executive role could be your perfect next step.
This is a great opportunity to join a highly-reputable, ambitious team where your ideas will have a real impact. You'll be at the heart of brand-building, producing bold, engaging content that resonates with clients, colleagues, and the wider market.
What you'll be doing:
? Content Creation

• Producing eye-catching social media content - including video, photography, and motion graphics
• Capturing real moments from events, team culture, and day-to-day life
• Crafting content that's strategic, brand-aligned, and tailored for different audiences

Asset Development

• Designing and managing brand assets such as brochures, pitch decks and presentations
• Using tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite to create polished visuals
• Supporting with photography and video editing for campaigns

Social & Digital Channel Management

• Owning the day-to-day running of LinkedIn and Instagram accounts
• Planning, scheduling and publishing content to boost reach and engagement
• Monitoring performance and using insights to refine strategy
• Updating website content to keep it fresh and engaging

Collaboration & Support

• Working closely with the Marketing & BD team on campaigns and events
• Managing brand guidelines and internal resources
• Liaising with external creatives including designers, videographers and photographers
• Keeping on top of marketing and social media trends in the legal sector and beyond

What we're looking for:

• A proactive, detail-oriented communicator with creative flair
• Strong social media and digital marketing experience (LinkedIn and Instagram essential)
• Skilled in visual content creation - ideally with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar
• A passion for brand, design and storytelling

Why apply?
This isn't a role where you'll just be ticking boxes. You'll have the freedom to bring your ideas to life, contribute to high-profile campaigns, and play a central role in shaping a respected, growing brand. Based in Manchester, you'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team and gain fantastic exposure in a firm known for its bold approach.
If you're ready to take the next step in your marketing career and want to make an impact in a creative, supportive environment, please send your CV to ariana@forwardrole.com
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Skills Required