Social Media Executive

Sterling Home; Tillicoultry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Social Media Executive

Location: Tillicoultry
Employment Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Reports to: Head of Marketing
Salary: Competitive

About us:

Sterling Home is a family-owned and independently run Scottish company known for its exceptional range of quality furniture, homewares, and interior design solutions. Founded in 1973 by George Knowles Snr., the company began its journey in an old mill in Tillicoultry, Central Scotland. Over the past 50 years, it has evolved into one of the largest and most diverse furniture and homewares retailers in Scotland.

We operate multiple stores across Scotland, including locations in Tillicoultry, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Uddingston, and Dundee (Sterling Furniture Outlet store). These stores are designed to inspire customers with on-trend displays and expert advice. We aim to inspire and delight through exceptional design and outstanding service!

We are now looking for a creative and driven Social Media Executive to join our dynamic Marketing team!

About you:

You’re passionate about creative storytelling, with a deep understanding of social media platforms and trends. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to engage and connect with audiences to drive brand awareness and customer engagement. With your innovative approach, you’ll play a key role in boosting our online presence and supporting our growth.

You have a deep understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices, paired with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A natural creative thinker, you’re proficient in social media tools and analytics platforms, and bring basic graphic design skills to the table. You excel at producing high-quality, brand-aligned content that resonates with audiences. Highly organised and skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously, you thrive in fast-paced environments. With a true passion for social media, branding, and community engagement, you bring a proactive, collaborative, and adaptable attitude that helps you seamlessly integrate into any team and make a real impact!

Your new responsibilities:

1. Develop, schedule, and publish engaging content across social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube) in collaboration with the Marketing Executive.
2. Work with our design and marketing team to create visually appealing multimedia assets.
3. Monitor social media channels, responding promptly to customer interactions, comments, and mentions.
4. Foster community engagement by encouraging user-generated content and brand loyalty.
5. Assist in developing and executing social media campaigns that align with marketing goals and brand identity.
6. Track, analyse, and report key social media metrics to measure success and inform strategies.
7. Collaborate with influencers, brand ambassadors, and partners to amplify social media presence.
8. Support team members with marketing tasks and contribute to a positive & thriving working environment.

What do we offer?

1. Development opportunities to grow with the company.
2. Enjoy local gym discounts and up to 6 free face-to-face or telephone counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing.
3. We offer you the opportunity to boost your pension and secure a brighter future.
4. Enjoy a generous staff discount of 30% on our products and services & receive countless discounts off high street retailers & entertainment through our SAGE Benefits portal.
5. Recharge with 30 days' paid holiday, plus the flexibility to purchase additional days for extended adventures!
6. Free Parking at every location along with free electric charging points.
7. Life Assurance: Enjoy free coverage of at least twice your annual salary, up to retirement age.

Why join us?

At Sterling Home, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded. You'll have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation.

If you're ready to take on a new challenge and contribute to the success of a leading furniture retailer, we want to hear from you!

Apply now to join our team as a Social Media Executive and embark on a rewarding career journey with Sterling Home.

Sterling Homes is committed to creating an inclusive & respectful environment for all. We celebrate diversity whilst empowering & trusting one another. The future success of Sterling Homes is our people - our mission is to foster positive relationships with colleagues and customers so we can learn & grow together.