Social Media Lead - MEAWW News/McGill/Red Shorts

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Social Media Lead based in United Kingdom.

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced social media professional to shape the strategy and execution of news and current affairs content across major digital platforms. You will lead day-to-day social coverage while driving audience growth, engagement, and platform-specific storytelling. The role combines editorial judgment with data-driven optimization, requiring a strong understanding of breaking news and evolving social trends. You will mentor social producers and editors while collaborating closely with editorial, video, design, and audience teams. From major political events to fast-moving news cycles, you will help determine how stories are packaged and delivered to audiences. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of social performance within a dynamic, high-impact digital media environment.