Bernard Nickels & Associates is hiring: Social Media Manager in New York

Bernard Nickels & Associates Pay Range This range is provided by Bernard Nickels & Associates. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base Pay Range $45.00/hr - $55.00/hr Job Details Job Title: Social Media Manager Type: Temp Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months Location: Remote Pay Rate: $45 to $55 per hour About the Company A technology company that builds hiring and recruiting software used by businesses to find, interview, and onboard employees. About the Opportunity Seeking a Social Media Manager to partner with the marketing team and elevate the brand’s social media presence. This contract role blends strategic social expertise with the ability to translate complex HR and recruiting concepts into clear, engaging content across our key channels, with a primary focus on LinkedIn B2B engagement. What You’ll Do Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies (especially LinkedIn) aligned with the business objectives and marketing initiatives Create and maintain social media content calendars that integrate seamlessly with company-wide campaigns, product launches, events, and thought leadership initiatives Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for engagement and content differentiation Collaborate with internal marketing, product, and customer success teams to ensure cohesive messaging Engage in social listening to engage with our active community and address any red flag issues. Work within Asana to manage workflows, deadlines, and collaboration Develop and post LinkedIn‑specific content formats including thought leadership posts, industry polls, and interactive posts Utilize Sprout Social to consistently review data analytics, measure performance, and provide insights and recommendations to team leadership for optimization Simplify complex recruiting concepts into easy‑to‑digest, engaging content for TA audiences Required Experience and Skills 3+ years of hands‑on B2B social media management experience, including demonstrated success running multi‑channel campaigns and driving measurable growth Deep expertise in LinkedIn’s business features (Pages, Events, employee advocacy tools) and familiarity with leading social media management platforms Exceptional writing skills with the ability to tailor tone and messaging for different platforms, audiences, and formats Strong project management abilities, with experience coordinating multiple campaigns, stakeholders, and deadlines Basic design competency and comfort using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite Data‑driven mindset with experience analyzing performance and optimizing content accordingly Ability to work independently, collaborate with remote/distributed teams and synthesize information from multiple sources into cohesive social strategies Preferred Qualifications Experience in freelance or agency environments supporting multiple stakeholders Working knowledge of SEO principles and broader content marketing best practices Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana Understanding of the HR tech and recruiting landscape, with the ability to translate complex concepts for different audiences Engagement type: Freelance/contract position Duration: Initial 6‑month contract with potential for extension Time commitment: Approximately 30–40 hours per week Work style: Remote work with occasional virtual meetings during EST hours Reporting: Weekly check‑ins and monthly performance reviews Application requirements Needed Portfolio showcasing B2B social media work, particularly in HR/recruiting space Case study demonstrating measurable results from a LinkedIn‑focused campaign Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Contract Job Function Marketing Industries Human Resources Services and Technology, Information and Media Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr