Social Media Manager

Job Description

Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual to join our team as a fully remote Digital Marketing & Social Media Trainee. This is an entry-level, work-from-anywhere opportunity designed to kickstart your career. You will receive comprehensive training to manage and grow our online presence across key social platforms. This role is perfect for a quick learner with a passion for digital trends, content creation, and immediate impact. No prior experience is required—just a great attitude and fluency in English. We are actively hiring 20 new candidates this month.

Key Details at a Glance
Category
Details
Job Title
Digital Marketing & Social Media Trainee
Company
Octopus Energy Services

Location
100% Remote (Work from Anywhere in the World)
Salary
$17.00 – $22.00/hour (USD)
Job Type
Full-Time, Employee
Schedule
Flexible Schedule, Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Detailed Responsibilities
Content Curation & Posting: Assist the Digital Marketing team in scheduling and publishing daily content across social media channels (e.g., Instagram, X/Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn).
Engagement Monitoring: Monitor comments, direct messages, and mentions, providing timely responses and escalating issues to the customer care team as needed.
Trend Identification: Actively follow and report on emerging social media trends, popular memes, and platform feature updates to keep our content fresh and relevant.
Basic Reporting: Track and compile weekly data on social media performance metrics (e.g., reach, engagement, follower growth) under the guidance of a senior marketer.
Training & Development: Complete all mandatory foundational training modules on brand voice, platform best practices, and digital analytics.
Administrative Support: Assist with routine data entry, organizing content assets, and maintaining our digital media library.

Application & Hiring Process
We are moving quickly to onboard 20 new trainees. Our process is streamlined for quick entry:

Complete the online application.
Take a mandatory online assessment covering English comprehension, basic digital literacy, and creative thinking.
Self-schedule and complete a video interview via Microsoft Teams (video must be on).

Compensation & Trainee Benefits
Starting Pay: Competitive hourly wage between $17.00 and $22.00 USD, depending on your location and assessment results.
Regular Reviews: Performance and pay review after the initial 6-month traineeship period.
Comprehensive Training: Full paid, mandatory training for the first 4 weeks (see details below).
Benefits: Eligibility for our global benefits stipend (for health/wellness), paid time off, and access to internal career development courses.

Requirements & Qualifications
 

Mandatory Requirements:
Must be fully fluent in English (both written and spoken comprehension) for content creation and team communication.
Must be a highly motivated quick learner with a strong desire to build a career in digital marketing.
Must be consistently “online” and actively use major social media platforms, demonstrating a deep understanding of current internet culture.
Must have a dedicated, quiet, self-provided workspace and meet specific technical requirements.
Technical Requirements (Critical):
A reliable computer or laptop (Windows or Mac supported).
Stable, high-speed internet connection suitable for video calls and content upload.
A modern smartphone (iOS or Android) for mobile platform testing and content creation.

Training & Schedule
Training: 4 weeks of paid, mandatory virtual training. This includes self-paced modules and live interactive workshops.
Training will be conducted primarily during US Eastern Time (ET) business hours for the first week to establish core concepts.
Attendance and active participation are required.
Post-Training Schedule:
Primarily a flexible schedule that requires autonomous work to meet daily posting and engagement goals.
Must complete 40 hours per week and be available for urgent responses during peak online hours in your region.
Periodic synchronous team check-ins via Microsoft Teams during ET business hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 AM ET) will be required.

Who We Are
About Octopus Energy Services
(A Division of Octopus Energy Group)
Researched & Written by on the FlexJobs Team
Octopus Energy Services is a green tech and utilities company that is working “to make a big green dent in the universe.” As an employer, the company has been recognized as one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in the UK. Octopus Energy Services fosters a culture where team members are empowered to take ownership of their work, trusted to run with their ideas, and provided with responsibility and freedom. To join its team, the company looks for individuals who have an entrepreneurial spirit, are collaborative team players, and have effective relationship-building abilities. Octopus Energy Services has also offered flexible work options in the past in the form of full-time, hybrid to 100% remote jobs in the customer service and environmental & green career categories.

Headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom, Octopus Energy Services is on a mission to make greener energy that is better for people and “fairer, more affordable, and more accessible for all.” To accomplish this, the company is utilizing tech power to deliver smart energy solutions and is installing in-home technologies, such as low-carbon heating, solar, home batteries, electric car chargers, smart meters, and more. Octopus Energy’s services feature no engineer or installer visits and no disruption to supply, and the company vows to inform old suppliers for its customers and deliver award-winning customer service. Since its foundation in 2015, Octopus Energy Services has grown from a small startup supplier to a global leader in its industry. The company believes its success is due to putting its customers “at the heart of everything” it does.

Who Should Apply?
This role is a perfect fit for someone who:

Is located anywhere in the world and has a passion for digital trends and content creation.
Is ready to launch a career in digital marketing with no previous formal experience.
Excels at written communication and has exceptional attention to detail.
Is a reliable self-starter who thrives in a flexible, performance-driven environment.
Wants to be one of the 20 new team members we are welcoming this month.