Senior Communications Executive
An Post
An Post Corporate Communications is a key part of the Company Secretary directorate, developing and implementing external communications and public affairs strategies to support our Green Light 2028 strategy, protect our reputation and demonstrate organisational performance and effectiveness. It is a key function, supporting An Post’s Mails & Parcels and Retail businesses as well as other corporate functions including Finance, Digital, Technology and HR.
We are looking for a proactive, motivated and digitally skilled individual with excellent written and verbal skills to join our Corporate Communications team.
Reporting to the Communications & Public Affairs manager and working with a high-performing team, this person will play a key role in developing and executing communications strategy and PR activity and handling proactive and reactive media relations, stakeholder and reputation management.
Responsibilities
- You will be responsible for general communications strategy planning and the end-to-end execution of campaigns, working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and impact.
- Management of day-to-day collaboration with support agencies and suppliers, including overseeing budgets across multiple projects to ensure efficient and effective delivery.
- Handling media enquiries in a timely and professional manner, including external of normal working hours when necessary. This will involve working closely with colleagues at all levels across the business. You may also act as a company spokesperson when required and support senior colleagues in preparing for media interviews, briefings, and presentations.
- Drafting material such as media briefings, communications plans, press releases and overseeing production of the Annual Report, Gender Pay Report etc
- Collaborating with the Marketing, Brand and Digital teams, and support agencies in planning and crafting digital content for various channels
- Event management and creative approaches to product/service launches, etc.
- Overseeing administrative support staff and suppliers, and managing digital stakeholder contact lists and logs in compliance with GDPR.
- Upholding and promoting An Post’s values and behaviours, addressing behaviour that aligns with or conflicts with those values.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
A Degree or Masters in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field is required for this role. Candidates should have a minimum of five years’ proven experience and development in public-facing communications, PR, or media positions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with exceptional attention to detail. The role also demands strong digital capabilities and a proven track record of delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
A thorough understanding of the Irish media landscape, as well as the political and policymaking environment, is necessary. Fluency in the Irish language, both written and spoken, would be considered an advantage.
The successful candidate will be an independent thinker who is self-directed and takes personal responsibility for achieving objectives and overcoming challenges. Advanced writing skills to suit various channels and audiences to tight deadlines essential.
Finally, the role requires strong business acumen and a solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to adapt quickly and deliver effective outcomes.
Critical Competencies: (The following competencies are critical to the delivery of results and/or to superior performance in this role)
- Organisational Awareness
- Decision Making & Judgement
- Communication
- Planning and Organising
- Building and Maintaining Relationships
About the Benefits
In addition to a highly competitive remuneration package, we offer access to the following:
- An Post Company Medical Scheme
- An Post Pension Scheme
- PRIP Bonus Scheme
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- An Post Employee Assistance Programme
- Digital gym with daily scheduled workouts
- Secure on-site bicycle parking & Cycle to Work Scheme
- Tax Saver Travel Pass
- City centre location
How to Apply?
We welcome all interested candidates to submit a detailed CV by 5 pm on 30 July 2025.
At An Post, we appreciate the value that diversity brings and believe our workforce should be reflective of the customers and communities we serve. That is why we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, membership of the Travelling community, or family status. An Post is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at [email protected].
About An Post
An Post is one of Ireland’s leading organisations, offering financial and postal services as well as being a trusted gateway to government services. We are transforming from the old world of traditional letters and cash to the new digital world of e-commerce parcels and financial services.
An Post’s core purpose — to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come — is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. Corporate Social Responsibility plays a pivotal role at An Post as we focus on developing long-term sustainability. Diversity and Inclusion are also embedded in our strategy, as we continuously evolve to be representative of our employees and the communities we serve. Read more about our strategy and our progress today!