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About the Role

We are seeking a mid-weight Social Media Manager with strong client and team management experience, deep platform knowledge, and a talent for guiding great social content from brief to go live and beyond. This role sits within our Social@Ogilvy team, where we value creativity grounded in insight, big ideas that are game-changing, flawless execution, and a vibrant office environment. Working alongside social strategists, content creators, and community managers, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of social programs, organic content calendars, creator-led programs, and high-impact integrated campaigns.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day social delivery for clients, ensuring work is on track, on brief, and on time.
Assist in developing social strategies rooted in insight and cultural relevance.
Contribute to and coordinate content planning, channel strategy, and trend-led ideation.
Support content creators and community managers across production, publishing, and engagement.
Maintain a high standard for all content going live.
Work closely with clients to identify opportunities and cascade briefs within the agency.
Provide insightful and timely counsel to clients.
Assist with regular client reporting, including data analysis and insight generation.
Utilize WPP Open, our proprietary AI platform, to streamline workflows and improve content production.
Identify opportunities to add value for clients beyond the brief.
Contribute to new business efforts when called upon.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of major social media platforms, including formats, algorithm shifts, and cultural forces.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
Attention to detail and pride in accuracy.
A creative eye for content and strategic instincts.
Good understanding of social content production processes, from reactive content to managing shoots.
Experience managing talent and creator-led campaigns.
Clear communication skills and good judgment on when to escalate issues.
Energy, curiosity, and a hunger to learn.
A team-first mindset.

Skills

Social Media Management
Client Management
Team Management
Platform Knowledge
Content Creation Guidance
Social Strategy
Content Planning
Trend Analysis
Creator Campaign Management
AI Platform Utilization

Location

Sydney
Melbourne

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Mid-weight

Benefits

Gender-neutral parental leave policy (16 weeks paid leave)
Exclusive access to WPP Open AI platform
State-of-the-art WPP campus in Barangaroo (Sydney)
Revamped office with luxury end-of-trip facilities (Melbourne)
Inclusivity & Impact Council
SheCD programs
WPP Unite programs
Reconciliation Action Plan programs
Tailored personal development plan
Dedicated manager support for career journey
Culture Amp for career conversations
Birthday off
Summer Fridays
Loyalty leave
Discounted rates with health and fitness providers
Access to yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs
Confidential counselling support through Telus EAP
Employee reward programs
Referral bonus
Discounts and vouchers for major household brands through perkSPACE

About the Company

Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas for 75 years.
Ogilvy builds on its legacy through Borderless Creativity, integrating advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities.
Ogilvy has experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries.
Ogilvy ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC.
Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP).
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
WPP unites media intelligence, data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions, and strategic counsel.
WPP is powered by exceptional talent and its agentic marketing platform, WPP Open.
Ogilvy fosters a brilliant company culture built on teamwork, creativity, and fun.
The Social@Ogilvy team values creativity grounded in insight, big ideas, flawless execution, and a vibrant office environment.

Equal Opportunity

Ogilvy is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Ogilvy strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori, people with disabilities, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, all ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, nationalities, and family structures.
Ogilvy believes everyone thrives when they can be themselves.
Ogilvy provides equal opportunities and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics.
Ogilvy is committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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