Canonical: Entry-level communications specialist — Home based - EMEA

About Canonical

Canonical develops open-source software and operating systems for enterprise and technology users. Its Ubuntu platform is used in cloud computing, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering and connected-device environments. The employer describes a distributed working model with periodic in-person team meetings. Its vacancies therefore span both software delivery and the business functions that support it. Applicants should check the location, time-zone and travel conditions attached to the individual role rather than assume every position is available from any country.

The position and its setting

Canonical lists Entry-level communications specialist in Home based - EMEA, under reference 5152303. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Marketing
• Employer listing date: 14 July 2023

Responsibilities and work described

• We’re on the look out for a brilliant B2B Social Media Marketing Manager to join our team and take our communications to the next level
• Our social media provides a window between the people who make our products and those who use them
• With audiences in the millions, our online communities have the opportunity to talk to us, engage with us, provide feedback and be involved in the world of Ubuntu
• From #opensource to coffee on K8s, launch previews to twitter storms over some cool release swag, our marketing team is committed to creating conversations with audiences all over planet earth: developers, tech enthusiasts, security engineers
• The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, technology marketing and the use of technology in marketing
• They prefer to work in an environment that emphasises ownership of campaigns, collaboration, learning, curiosity and a drive to continually improve oneself / the team / the organisation
• They love to problem solve, get hands-on, experiment, measure and use automation to make daily life easier
• This role sits in the communications team reporting to the director of communications
• Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region
• Create, schedule and publish content and campaigns across multiple social media channels
• Delivery: regular analysis and reporting on social media metrics, content performance and campaigns results
• Support: the growth and nurturing of Canonical’s social media audiences, while increasing engagement rates and valuable actions
• Development: flair with copywriting and asset creation to create messaging that aligns with the brand and its personality, and drives audiences towards action
• Be responsible for executing A/B and multivariate growth tests
• Be audience centric, focusing on platform and community moderation, as well as direct audience engagement
• Create awareness on integrated campaigns, product launches, webinar series, industry announcements and core content

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Experience managing social media platforms for tech brands, part of a content team or marketing agency
• Hands-on knowledge of social media management tools, an understanding of web analytics tools (social and web)
• Proficiency: at least four social media platforms including LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Reddit
• An analytical eye and a good sense for the type of content that performs best depending on platform and objective
• Experience: educational content funnels, and using video as a core social media marketing asset
• Interpersonal skills and aptitude for forging trusting relationships across diverse, cross-functional teams
• Verbal and written communication skills, content marketer
• Ability to prioritise and differentiate what matters from the noise, meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Advertised location: Home based - EMEA

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• Your base pay will depend on various factors including your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge and skills
• In addition to the benefits above, certain roles are also eligible for additional benefits and rewards including annual bonuses and sales incentives based on revenue or utilisation
• Our compensation philosophy is to ensure equity right across our global workforce
• In addition to a competitive base pay, we provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals
• Please note that additional benefits may apply depending on the work location and, for more information on these, please ask your Talent Partner
• Fully remote working environment - we’ve been working remotely since 2004!
• Personal learning and development budget of 2,000USD per annum
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Entry-level communications specialist vacancy is not an offer for reference 5152303; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Canonical

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Canonical posting below and match the title and reference 5152303.

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Practical preparation: Kubernetes

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Relevant skills

• Kubernetes
• AI/ML
• AI
• sales
• marketing
• communication