Senior Social Media Manager

Description

Position at LeoVegas Group

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Social Media Manager to join our pride! This role is pivotal in driving our social media presence and engagement for the LeoVegas and BetMGM brands, with a primary focus on the Netherlands market.

You will be responsible for developing and executing country-specific strategies, leading high-impact campaigns, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, capable of blending creative content creation with data-driven decision-making to achieve and exceed our commercial and social KPIs.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Develop, implement, and own the social media strategy for the Netherlands market.
• Craft localised content plans and calendars that are culturally relevant and resonate with our target audiences, especially around major sporting events.
• Oversee and directly contribute to the creation of engaging, high-quality social media content.
• Build and nurture a thriving online community of players - engage with followers, foster conversations, and run engaging community campaigns, including competitions and giveaways.
• Manage and optimise our paid campaigns from conception to execution, ensuring alignment with performance goals and budget - collaborating with the Paid Social team.
• Lead social-first projects and workshops, fostering cross-functional collaboration with marketing, commercial, and design teams to ensure successful project outcomes from start to finish.
• Track, analyse, and report on social media performance, campaign results, and key commercial KPIs. Use data analysis to make informed decisions, optimise strategies, and identify growth opportunities.
• Keep your finger on the pulse of the latest social media trends, platform updates, and cultural nuances to ensure our content is always relevant, fresh, and engaging.
• Ensure all social media activities adhere to regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborating with the international social media team to share best practices, exchange insights, and contribute to LeoVegas' overall social media success.
• Act as a mentor and leader within the social media team. Encourage team collaboration, motivate others to achieve departmental goals, and inspire strategic thinking.

OUR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Demonstrable experience in a senior social media role, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns and strategies for a global brand, agency, or within the online gaming industry.
• A strong strategic and commercial mindset & strong analytical skills.
• Creativity & adaptability to create engaging content that captures attention and drives engagement.
• Experience working with social media management tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Sprout Social) and creative editing software (e.g. Adobe Express, Canva, Capcut).
• Nimble and responsive to changes in industry trends, algorithms, and platform updates, with a keen eye for identifying growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a global team.

NICE TO HAVES

• Direct experience with the Dutch market is a significant advantage.
• Experience working with influencers and brand ambassadors.
• Knowledge of Dutch gambling regulations.
• Fluent in Dutch
• A genuine interest in sports and sports betting industry.

WHO WE ARE

At the core of LeoVegas Group is Team Leo. Our culture is our foundation and is what enables us to innovate, build, and lead as we trailblaze our way through the igaming industry. We’re a team of over 2000 innovators, initiators, and groundbreakers working in a fast-paced and agile environment across 19 offices worldwide.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working - 3 days per week at the office, with flexibility for 2 days at home

Workation – Take your job on an adventure with our Workation benefit for up to 4 weeks per year (T&Cs apply).

• Plenty of time to recharge – 28 days of paid leave, plus all public and bank holidays in England.
• Invest in your future – We match pension contributions up to 6%.
• Comprehensive healthcare – BUPA coverage, including pre-existing conditions, plus a cashback plan for dental, optical, and other treatments.
• Wellbeing allowance – £250 annual allowance for you to invest in your health and wellbeing (T&Cs apply).
• A great workplace experience – Talented colleagues, complimentary snacks and drinks, as well as breakfasts and lunches on a weekly basis
• A social culture you’ll love – Regular opportunities to attend sporting events throughout the year, plus a quarterly team budget for even more fun.
• Support for growing families – Up to 6 months of full pay for maternity leave.
• Stay active & save money – Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts to keep you moving.
• Work in style – at our newly renovated offices at Tailors Corner are just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station.
• And there’s more… We’ll share even more perks related to your role when you chat with our Talent Acquisition team!

JOIN US!

In our pride, we empower our teammates to find their roar and run with their wildest ideas. We don’t wait for things to happen; we pounce and make it happen!

Would you be a good fit for the Leo Pride - give us a roar!