Social Media Manager (f/m/d)

ABOUT FOCUSED ENERGY

Focused Energy is building the future of clean energy through laser-driven inertial fusion. Backed by our $240M Series A - the largest fully secured Series A in the global fusion industry we are scaling rapidly across multiple geographies.

Based in Germany and the US, we have brought together the top scientific and engineering minds using proven technologies to unlock fusion power at commercial scale. Focused Energy is working to realize game-changing scientific innovation that promises to deliver a clean, sustainable and abundant source of power globally.

YOUR ROLE

Sharing this story with the world is just as important as the science and engineering behind it.

We're looking for a creative, proactive, and digitally savvy Social Media Manager to build and grow our social media presence, starting with LinkedIn. As our first dedicated social media hire, you'll have the opportunity to establish our social media strategy, develop a consistent content engine, and bring Focused Energy's innovations, people, and progress to life for audiences around the world.

You'll work closely with our Communications team and subject-matter experts across science, engineering, and business to turn complex technical developments into engaging, accessible content. From employer branding and thought leadership to company milestones and community engagement, you'll help shape how the world sees and connects with Focused Energy.

This is an exciting opportunity to build something from the ground up, take ownership of growing digital channels, and help amplify the story of a company working at the forefront of clean energy innovation.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own Our Social Media Presence: Lead the day-to-day strategy, planning, and execution of Focused Energy's LinkedIn presence, including content development, publishing cadence, and channel growth.
• Build a Scalable Content Strategy: Establish and maintain an editorial calendar, repeatable content formats, and workflows that keep our social channels consistent, engaging, and aligned with company priorities.
• Bring Our Story to Life: Partner with the Digital Content Creator and internal subject-matter experts to transform complex scientific, technical, and business developments into compelling content that resonates with external audiences.
• Drive Employer Branding and Thought Leadership: Develop content that highlights our people, culture, technical expertise, company milestones, partnerships, and innovations to strengthen our reputation and support talent attraction.
• Grow and Engage Our Community: Manage day-to-day community interactions, responding to followers, candidates, partners, and other audiences in a timely, authentic, and on-brand manner.
• Explore New Opportunities: Evaluate emerging platforms and additional social channels, making recommendations on where and how Focused Energy should expand its digital presence.
• Measure and Optimize Performance: Track key social media metrics, analyze audience engagement and content performance, and use insights to continuously improve our strategy, formats, and publishing approach.
• Support Campaigns and Key Initiatives: Coordinate social media activity around company announcements, events, product and technology milestones, partnerships, and recruiting campaigns.
• Maintain Brand and Content Standards: Ensure all published content reflects Focused Energy's voice, brand identity, and communication standards, working with the appropriate stakeholders to validate scientific accuracy and manage sensitive topics.
• Support Paid and Organic Social Activity: Execute organic social initiatives and contribute to paid social campaigns within approved strategies and budgets.

WHO YOU ARE

• You have a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• You bring hands-on experience managing social media channels for a company, brand, startup, or organization, with a strong understanding of LinkedIn and its role in B2B marketing, employer branding, and thought leadership.
• You have a strong grasp of social media strategy, content marketing, audience engagement, and the platform mechanics that drive visibility and growth.
• You're an excellent writer and storyteller who knows how to turn complex ideas, technical information, and company updates into clear, engaging content for external audiences.
• You have experience building editorial calendars, managing publishing schedules, and creating repeatable content processes that balance proactive planning with real-time opportunities.
• You're comfortable using social media scheduling, publishing, and analytics tools to monitor performance, report on results, and optimize content. Experience with LinkedIn Campaign Manager or similar paid social platforms is a plus.
• You bring a creative mindset and an eye for what makes content relevant, compelling, and shareable, with an understanding of how visual and video content can strengthen social storytelling.
• You're proactive and self-directed, comfortable building a function from the ground up while keeping leadership informed and seeking alignment on larger strategic decisions.
• You're a strong collaborator who can build relationships across different teams, engage subject-matter experts, and make it easy for colleagues to contribute their knowledge and stories.
• You demonstrate sound judgment and attention to detail, particularly when communicating technical developments, company progress, and potentially sensitive information publicly.
• You're curious, adaptable, and excited by the opportunity to help tell the story of a company pushing the boundaries of science, technology, and clean energy.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Innovative Technology & Mission: Be part of a cutting-edge company working on groundbreaking research in clean energy and scientific discovery.
• Career Development: We invest in our people. This is an opportunity to join an early, growing company at the forefront of new technology, where you’ll have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with great people in a dynamic, international environment with top-tier scientists, engineers and professionals passionate about solving global challenges.
• Ownership: Take ownership from day 1 and drive impact by making decisions, solving challenges and shaping the future of our company.
• Your Success is our Success: We offer a competitive salary and company ownership in the form of stock options, giving you a direct stake in our success and ownership in what we build together.
• Vacation Days: We support your work-life-balance by granting you 30 days of vacation per year.
• Snacks and Drinks: Our office fridges are never empty. Enjoy our healthy snacks and drinks. Our Darmstadt office even offers a canteen with delicious lunch options daily.
• Retirement Plan: If you decide for a private pension plan, we will finance 20% on top of your monthly contributions, plus loyalty incentives.
• Equipment: We offer state-of-the-art Windows or Apple Laptops. In addition, you will receive a keyboard, mouse and headset so you are fully equipped from day 1.
• Events: We organize regular events to foster team bonding, encourage collaboration, and build a strong, supportive company culture. Connect with colleagues across departments, share ideas, and have fun together, both in and outside of the workplace.
• Mobility with NAVIT: We partner with NAVIT to support your flexible commuting needs whether it’s a public transportation ticket, taxi rides or car-sharing you choose what fits your lifestyle.
• Fitness with Wellhub: We care about your health. Get access to a wide range of gyms, fitness studios and wellness services across Europe through our partnership with Wellhub.

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.