This senior and influential role within a high-performing communications team is for an outstanding senior communications professional to play a leading role in shaping EY Ireland's external profile and reputation. You will work closely with the Director of Communications and senior leaders to define how EY shows up externally, bringing together media relations, corporate communications, thought leadership, and reputation management to tell compelling stories. The role involves advising senior leaders on sensitive reputational issues, developing creative communications campaigns, engaging with journalists, and turning business priorities into compelling external narratives.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute creative, high-impact external communications strategies that strengthen EY's reputation and support the firm's strategic growth priorities
Act as a senior communications adviser to business leaders, providing clear, pragmatic counsel on media, reputation, and external positioning
Build strong relationships with key journalists and media across the island of Ireland and identify opportunities to position EY and its people on the issues that matter to business and society
Bring excellent news judgment and editorial instinct, identifying compelling stories and turning complex business issues into clear, engaging external communications
Lead communications planning for key areas of the business, working closely with Service Line leadership, Marketing, and Business Development
Anticipate and help manage reputational risks, emerging issues, and crisis communications, working closely with the Director of Communications and senior leadership
Oversee the development and quality of firm-wide press materials, ensuring consistently high editorial standards
Lead the external communications strategy for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ programme, one of EY's flagship programmes in Ireland
Manage and maximize the relationship with the external PR agency and other specialist partners
Measure the impact of external communications activity, using insight and data to continually improve the approach
Lead, coach, and develop communications colleagues, fostering creativity, collaboration, and high performance
Requirements
Accomplished communications professional with the confidence, judgment, and credibility to operate with senior leaders and represent EY with important external stakeholders
Exceptional media instincts and strong editorial judgment, with a sophisticated understanding of the Irish media landscape
Strong network of relevant media relationships across the island of Ireland
Outstanding writing and editing skills and the ability to turn complex subjects into clear, compelling stories
Excellent judgment, particularly when dealing with sensitive, confidential, or reputationally significant issues
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Strong commercial awareness and an ability to understand business priorities and translate them into communications strategies
Confidence and credibility to advise, influence, and challenge senior stakeholders
Creative mindset and willingness to challenge conventional approaches
Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing high-performing people
Ability to operate at pace, prioritize effectively, and remain calm under pressure
Highly collaborative style and the ability to build strong relationships across a complex organization
At least eight years' relevant communications experience gained in a high-performance environment
Significant experience developing and executing external communications and media strategies
Demonstrable experience managing senior-level media relationships
Experience advising senior executives on communications and reputation
Experience managing significant or sensitive reputational issues
Track record of delivering communications programmes that support wider business objectives
Experience of leading and developing people
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have:
Experience in a senior in-house communications role, communications agency, or both
Experience working with a corporate, financial services, professional services, or consulting organization
Experience translating complex economic, business, or technical subjects into compelling communications
Degree or equivalent professional experience
Benefits
Support for flexible working and career development
FlexEY benefits selection: holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings, discounts, offers, and promotions
Support and coaching from engaging colleagues
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
Freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
Pension
Discounted health insurance
Web Doctor – Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
Purchase of additional annual leave
Hybrid Working
Free Gym membership
Travel Pass
Maternity & Paternity leave
Bike to work Scheme
Recognition Awards
Cash incentives for referrals
Work Mobile
Tech MBA paid by EY
Wellness rooms available in some offices
Important Details
Contract: 6 Month FTC
About the Company
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, using finance products, expertise, and systems to build a better working world. Enabled by data, AI, and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network, and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
