Senior Social Media Team Lead

Canva

Makati City, Philippines
Equity pyckages included; annual vibe & thrive all...
Hybrid
Leading specialist social media teams
Crisis and incident leadership experience
Deep social media expertise
Canva is seeking a Senior Social Media Team Lead for their Manila office, focusing on enhancing user experience through social media operations. The role requires strong leadership, social media expertise, and the ability to navigate complex scenarios while fostering a high-performing team culture

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the anchor for Canva's Advanced Social Media Team, responsible for setting direction and maintaining high quality standards.
  • The incumbent will own crisis and incident leadership, coordinating with Marketing and Comms during high-visibility or sensitive situations.
  • Canva offers equity packages, inclusive parental leave, and a Vibe & Thrive allowance to support employee wellbeing.

Matching Summary

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Canva is seeking a Senior Social Media Team Lead for their Manila office, focusing on enhancing user experience through social media operations. The role requires strong leadership, social media expertise, and the ability to navigate complex scenarios while fostering a high-performing team culture.

Salary

Equity packages included; Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance provided; Flexible leave options available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading specialist social media teams
  • Crisis and incident leadership experience
  • Deep social media expertise
  • Operational excellence and KPI monitoring
  • Cross-functional stakeholder management

Nice-to-have

  • Natural coaching and people development
  • Building trust without formal authority
  • Thriving in complex and ambiguous environments
  • Creating clarity for teams
  • Strategic translation to actionable plans

Key Requirements

  • Experience leading subject matter expert teams
  • Proven track record handling social media crises
  • Ability to hold strategic and operational accountability simultaneously

Work Rights

Not specified

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