Social Media Editor, Country Life

We are looking for a creative Social Media Editor to join the Country Life digital team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the social media strategy for one of Britain’s most beloved and iconic brands, playing an important role in expanding our reach, increasing engagement, and driving traffic to Country Life’s digital platforms.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Digital Content Director, the Social Media Editor will manage Country Life’s social media presence across all platforms, creating engaging content, and leveraging analytics to optimise performance.

• Develop a comprehensive social media strategy that aligns with Country Life’s editorial and our goals.
• Create compelling posts, stories, and multimedia content tailored to the unique audiences of each platform (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest). 
• Report on social media performance using tools like Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics, and other analytics platforms. Use insights to inform strategy and content development.
• Stay ahead of new social media trends, platform updates, and audience behaviours, proposing new opportunities to grow Country Life’s digital presence.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Experience managing social media platforms for a lifestyle, heritage, or luxury brand.
• A flair for creating visually stunning and engaging posts that resonate with Country Life’s audience.
• Proficient in using analytics tools to track performance and inform decisions.
• Experience with major social media platforms, their algorithms, and best practices.
• Understanding of Country Life’s unique brand values and target audience, with the ability to translate these into social-first content.
• Understanding of social SEO and its role in growing organic reach and engagement.
• Basic skills in photography and video editing software.

What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £27,500 - £40,000

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level E6

Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. 

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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