We are looking for a dynamic social media expert to
join the PR & Marketing team at Firmdale
Hotels. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a
passionate team based in Soho, responsible for the communications for our eight
award-winning hotels in London, as well as the Firmdale brand. The role will
provide insight into travel and F&B social media management for one of the
UK’s most successful, privately owned luxury hotel brands.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Lead the social media
strategy for Firmdale Hotels across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok. Take
ownership of copywriting, content creation, scheduling, publishing and
community management for the social channels. Create high end content across
various pillars (rooms, restaurants, bars, private events) and grow our
channels, increase brand recognition and loyalty, and reach new audiences.Work with the Senior Social Media & Content
Executive and New York Social Media Manager to execute an insight-led social
media strategy aligned with wider PR, marketing and commercial objectives –
driving awareness, engagement, website traffic, bookings and revenue
- Create day-to-day content as well as deliver social campaigns
for exciting pop ups, activations and seasonal moments
- Proactively identify and test emerging social media
trends, formats and opportunities that could work for Firmdale
- Manage our paid social agency for Instagram and
Facebook, working closely with them to execute and report on campaigns to drive
awareness for the hotels and restaurants
- Execute a creator-led strategy for TikTok
- Manage content creators in collaboration with the PR
team, both on a paid and gifted basis, identifying, briefing and managing
creators aligned with our hotels and restaurants in London
- Frequently visit our London hotels, bars and
restaurants to capture engaging video content via iPhone and camera for
Instagram Reels
- Monitor, analyse and report on the performance of
the social media platforms
- Use data-driven growth
tactics to increase social engagement and audience
- Share a monthly social
report
- Input into ad hoc
reports for team projects and key events - Support the PR &
Marketing team in photo and video shoots, and support the wider PR &
Marketing strategy, including promoting experiences and events
- Work with third parties (such as Design Hotels, Mr
& Mrs Smith and drinks partners) on collaborative content
- Continuously monitor and
engage with social media conversations about Firmdale Hotels, proactively
engaging with accounts including key contacts such as journalists and travel
agents
Requirements:
- Genuine interest in
social media, digital trends, and hospitality
- A minimum of five
years' experience working in social media within the luxury, lifestyle or
hospitality industry – F&B experience a bonus
- A roster of industry
and influencer contacts
- A strong understanding
of the social media industry and platforms, and the ability to embrace new
features to drive engagement – Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and Facebook
- Track record of growing
social media accounts
- Professional experience
managing a social media calendar and the use of scheduling tools, with
proficiency in reporting across different social media channels (either via the
native platforms or third-party reporting tools)
- Proficient with an iPhone
and passionate about content creation
- Highly organised with
the ability to prioritise effectively while managing a high-volume workload
Location and Hours
What We Offer:
- We offer a competitive
salary plus service charge and benefits to be discussed.
- Access to Stream our financial
wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from
everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
- Health cash
plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and
complementary therapies)
- Discounted cinema
tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
- Referral bonus scheme
for recommending top talent
- Dry cleaning service
for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
- Enhanced holiday
allowance based on length of service
- Season ticket loan for
convenient commuting
- Ongoing training,
professional development, and fully funded English lessons
- Regular social events,
team activities, and fitness sessions
- Benefits like cycle to
work scheme and annual long service awards
- One allocated paid day
per year for volunteering work
- Exclusive discounts at
Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
- And much more!!
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning
group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York.
World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels
are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the
hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have
achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
- Proud winners of
The Times Best Places to Work for 2024, 2025 & 2026
- The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for
outstanding contribution to International Trade
- Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen –
Cateys 2024
- Food & Beverage Manager of the
Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie
Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel –
One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for
Culinary Excellence 2025
- Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award
2025
- Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and
Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
- Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel,
Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
- Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for
Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA
Breakfast Award
- Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for
Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
- Warren Street Hotel - Travel &
Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
- Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren
Street - Michelin keys
- Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in
London, The Times, 2024.
You can see a full list of our awards and accolades
here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/
Firmdale Hotels
welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive
workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment
process.
In line with the Asylum and
Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to
live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at
interview stage.