Vacancy: Client Executive – Public Relations & Social Media

Join our Growing Team

We’re one of Ireland’s leading and most successful corporate PR and public affairs agencies with clients including Virgin Media, Energia, Matheson, Lakeland Dairies, Salesforce and many other industry leading and representative organisations. We advise clients and work on some of the most important issues and stories in Ireland. We have a crystal-clear focus on client needs. We believe that our public affairs practice and communications must support corporate and business development strategy with clearly defined solutions and sound tactics.

We have a super team of people who combine our clear focus on clients’ needs with energy, creativity, and commitment to achieving results. Combined with that, we have a positive and supportive working environment where people can shine. We are now looking to add a Client Executive to our team, and we’d love to hear from you if you have a passion for both public relations and social media strategy.

The Role:

As a Client Executive, you will work primarily with our Communications and PR teams while also contributing to the growing need for social media expertise in our campaigns. In this role, you’ll assist with the preparation of research, reports, and communications content, while supporting our team’s social media efforts—crafting engaging posts, analysing performance metrics, and helping to develop content strategies across various platforms.

You will be involved in all aspects of public relations work, from traditional media outreach to the expanding role of social media in corporate communications. You’ll gain valuable experience in both areas while receiving on-the-job training and mentorship to accelerate your career in communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and executing PR campaigns for clients, including drafting press releases, crafting media pitches, and coordinating interviews.
• Provide social media support, including creating content, monitoring trends, and producing analytics reports to ensure campaigns are performing at optimal levels.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in news, current affairs, and social media trends, identifying opportunities for client engagement.
• Support the team by conducting research on industry trends, media landscapes, and competitor activities.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and briefs for clients, summarising key takeaways and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure communications align with corporate objectives and business strategy.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and support the team in including these considerations in client communications to highlight responsible business practices.

You Are:

• Passionate about communications, and the fast-evolving world of social media.
• Experienced in social media (familiarity with platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and X) and comfortable with performance metrics and analytics.
• Highly organised, capable of managing tasks and deadlines
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to grow in a supportive, inclusive and ambitious team.
• Open to learning about ESG principles and how they can be reflected in effective communication strategies.

Qualifications:

• A degree or qualification in communications, business, marketing, or a related field, OR demonstrable experience in public relations, social media, or journalism.
• Knowledge of social media tools and analytics platforms is a strong plus (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Google Analytics).
• Familiarity with the Irish media landscape and current affairs is desirable.

Why Join Us?
At our agency, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact work for some of Ireland’s most prominent companies. We offer competitive employment terms as well as a supportive, inclusive and energetic environment where your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow. You’ll be a key player in both our PR and social media strategies, helping our clients achieve their business goals through innovative communications.

MKC is an equal opportunity employer:
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds drive creativity and innovation. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, disability, or other characteristics.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please email your CV and a cover letter telling us about yourself to Fiona Byrne - fiona@mkc.ie.

Applications are treated in strict confidence.