Entry-level Communications Specialist - Canonical

The Role

We are looking for a brilliant B2B Social Media Marketing Manager to join our communications team. You will act as a bridge between our product creators and the global Ubuntu community, engaging with millions of developers, tech enthusiasts, and security engineers.

This role reports to the Director of Communications and requires a candidate who is passionate about technology, thrives on ownership, and enjoys experimenting with automation and data-driven growth.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Content Creation: Schedule and publish content across multiple social media channels.
• Analytics: Deliver regular reporting on social media metrics, content performance, and campaign results.
• Growth: Support the growth and nurturing of Canonical’s social media audiences while increasing engagement rates.
• Copywriting: Develop brand-aligned messaging that drives action.
• Experimentation: Execute A/B and multivariate growth tests.
• Community Management: Focus on platform moderation and direct audience engagement.
• Campaign Support: Create awareness for product launches, webinars, and industry announcements.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience managing social media platforms for tech brands, content teams, or marketing agencies.
• Hands-on knowledge of social media management and web analytics tools.
• Proficiency with at least four platforms (LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Reddit).
• An analytical eye for content performance and educational content funnels.
• Experience using video as a core marketing asset.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.

What We Offer

• Fully remote working environment (remote-first since 2004).
• Personal learning and development budget of $2,000 USD per annum.
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
• Competitive benefits including parental leave and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to travel for company 'sprints'.

About Canonical

Canonical is the publisher of Ubuntu, the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud. We are a remote-first company that values excellence, curiosity, and diversity. We foster a workplace free from discrimination and welcome applicants of all backgrounds.