Paid Social Executive

Job ID
Job ID 76648
Team
Team Digital & Marketing
Location
Location Leicester
Contract Type
Contract Type Perm
Job Schedule
Job Schedule Full time
Salary
Salary From £32,000
Posting Date
Posting Date 20/07/2026
Apply Before
Apply Before 03/08/2026
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Summary

We are looking for a Paid Social Executive to join our eCommerce Digital team. Based at the Next Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire!


The Role:

As our new Paid Social Executive, you’ll play a key part in driving performance across our international paid social campaigns on platforms like Meta, Pinterest, Snapchat and TikTok.


Working from our vibrant Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire, you’ll collaborate closely with our internal teams, media agency and social media partners to shape strategies that attract new customers and boost global sales.


Whether you are already a paid social specialist or looking to take the next step in your digital marketing career, you’ll report directly into our Paid Social Channel Lead, who will support you with the training and guidance you need to make a real impact in our fast-growing eCommerce business.


What You’ll Take On:

  • Plan and execute high-performing, performance-led social campaigns alongside key internal teams.
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with our media agency and key social partners to explore innovative opportunities.
  • Monitor campaign activity closely, working with our agency to optimise performance and maximise our budget.
  • Deliver accurate, regular reporting and present campaign insights and findings to the wider team.
  • Collaborate with our data and finance teams to measure and understand the true value of the paid social activity you run.
  • Keep your finger on the pulse of the digital media landscape, ensuring our campaigns stay ahead of the curve.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Solid experience working within digital performance media channels, with a strong understanding of paid social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat or TikTok.
  • Technical confidence, ideally with a broad understanding of tagging, tracking and digital data.
  • Strong analytical skills, with a natural ability to interpret data and turn it into actionable campaign improvements.
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach, with the organisational skills to manage busy workloads and stay calm under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, allowing you to collaborate effortlessly with agencies, partners and stakeholders.
  • A relevant degree in Business or Digital Marketing is preferred, but a positive attitude and a passion for digital marketing are what will help you succeed.

Ready to help us build something you'll be proud of? Apply now!

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Benefits

  • 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
  • Company performance based bonus
  • Sharesave scheme
  • On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
  • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Early VIP access to sale stock
  • Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
  • Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
  • Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
  • Free on-site parking
  • Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
  • Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
  • Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
  • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
  • Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

What's Next?

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The Digital & Marketing team brings creativity, technology, and insight together. From bold campaigns and boundary-pushing design to product innovation, digital evolution, and vital data support, these teams shape seamless experiences and drive the business forward.

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