Pentland

We’re Pentland Brands; a dynamic, global family business, and proud owners and licensees of many iconic active and footwear brands. With a community of over 1,300 team members worldwide, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion growth and development. Our success is built on teamwork, courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

WHAT’S THE MISSION FOR THIS ROLE?

You’ll be responsible for developing and implementing Canterbury’s Social Media Strategy, acting as the voice and guardian of the brand in the social space. You’ll mix creating innovative brand messaging and activations that engage consumers, influencers, brand ambassadors, Rugby Unions and teams across social media platforms, with meticulous planning and project management. Serving as the team social media strategist, content generator and channel expert whose goal is to communicate our brand positioning, boost engagement and increase reach to drive overall acquisition.

WHAT DOES THIS ROLE DO?

As our Social Media Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Define and implement social media strategy for Canterbury in UK & Ireland
• Manage creation, scheduling and publishing to ensure a balance of messaging across Canterbury’s Communications Pillars, and cover reporting of results on a monthly basis
• Establish guidelines and unique approaches to each platform that consider the wider brand objectives across products and routes to market (DTC, marketplaces, Teamwear)
• Develop and maintain relationships with influencers, brand ambassadors, and Rugby Unions for inclusion in our social channels
• Proactively look for innovative ways to develop social media content, step change our social media presence

WHAT DO I BRING TO THE ROLE?

You just might be our next superstar if you have the following skills and experience:

• Experience running social media accounts
• Experience creating content (photoshop & video capture and editing)
• Good eye for what good looks like and how to make content look good
• Be a creative thinker that tries to push boundaries and think differently

We want you to live our company principles, bringing a strong consumer focus, while always looking for ways to improve and grow in your role. Take ownership of your work and be proactive in solving problems whilst communicating openly and treating everyone with respect and kindness. And, of course, let your creativity shine by bringing your unique style and individuality to the Pentland Brands Team.

Social Media Manager (Canterbury) | London | Permanent, full time

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Salary + discretionary bonus
• 25 Days Holiday: Increases with length of service and the option to purchase additional days to suit your needs.
• Discounts: Brand discounts (including friends and family and JD Sports), Sample Sales, and other retail discounts and perks.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: Generous enhanced parental leave policies
• Health Perks: Choose from a variety of health-related perks including medical cash plan, critical illness cover, life assurance, gym and fitness discounts, dental insurance, eye care, and health screening to maintain your wellbeing.
• Travel Perks: Take advantage of our season ticket loan, cycle to work schemes, electric car schemes, and discounts on home charging units to support eco-friendly commuting.
• Flexible Working: We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours, allowing you to start your day earlier or later to help with commute costs or personal commitments.
• Chance to join our Charity, D&I and Sustainability employee networks.

As an equal opportunity employer, we’re committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive culture across our business, stores, and office environment.

We warmly welcome your application.