Operations Lead - Social Media (Remote in Portugal, Ireland or Romania )

about the role Job Title : Operations Lead - Location :Remote based in Portugal Ireland or Romania Terms :Permanent Contract / Full-Time 40h weekly Schedule : Monday to Friday, 8h rotation shifts (between 8am and 8pm ). Occasional weekends may be included Role Overview: The Operations Lead – is responsible for leading the delivery, performance, and strategic direction of Social Media operations while ensuring alignment with broader marketing and business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership & Delivery: Own end-to-end delivery of Social Media operations and ensure KPIs and SLAs are met. Act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders. Manage day-to-day operations, resourcing, and workload planning. Oversee escalation management and resolution. Identify and manage risk – including brand risk management Social Media Management & Analytics: Monitor responses to comments, messages and mentions to foster community engagement and enhance member experience Ensure all responses are on brand and in line with company values and goals Manage social media crises and support with de-escalations. Manage social media tools and platforms used for scheduling, listening and analytics Stay up to date with social media trends, algorithm changes and best practices Develop and implement social media strategies aligned with business goals Analyze current marketing efforts to pinpoint weaknesses and make improvements Implementation of operational efficiencies and deployment of industry best practices to improve client outcomes and service effectiveness. Team Leadership & Development: Lead and develop a team of Social Care Team Managers and Social Care Representatives Conduct performance reviews and ongoing coaching Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement Client & Stakeholder Management: Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor. Produce regular business reviews (weekly, monthly, and quarterly review) with insights and recommendations. Deliver presentations and performance updates. Ensure client satisfaction and alignment. Proactively identifying opportunities for service enhancement Translating client objectives into operational actions your profile To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes: 5+ years in operations or social media leadership roles. Experience managing teams in BPO or social media environments Familiar with Social media tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Nectar, Hootsuite) and Analytics platforms Understanding of social media KPIs; Assist with tracking and interpreting metrics to enhance user engagement, suggest content optimization Competent in providing high-level support to both team members and customers Can demonstrate high levels of initiative with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks You are proven to be organised, methodical and rigorous. Have a growth mindset and are a proactive, self-motivated individual Have remote working experience and capabilities. English Proficiency & Comprehension (spoken and written) why us? Fully Remote work from home role based in Portugal , Ireland or Romania A competitive salary Equipment provided Home office allowance Online Gym and Wellbeing Studio The opportunity for professional growth Fun company events and team outings Autonomy and Responsibility OTO1 Originally posted on Himalayas