Communications Senior Manager - External Communications

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The Communications Senior Manager will lead external communications for EY Ireland, shaping media relations, corporate messaging, thought leadership and reputation initiatives. The role requires substantial experience in corporate communications, public relations or journalism, excellent writing and editing skills, strong media contacts, and the ability to advise senior stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable managing multiple projects, handling sensitive issues, developing communications strategies and working in a fast-paced professional-services environment. Experience in financial, business or professional-services communications is advantageous. EY will expect strategic thinking, sound judgement, creativity, discretion, strong collaboration skills and the confidence to represent communications recommendations to senior leaders.

About the employer

EY is a global professional-services organisation providing assurance, consulting, strategy, tax and transactions services to businesses, governments and individuals. Its Irish practice works with organisations across financial services, technology, healthcare, consumer products, energy and the public sector. EY combines industry knowledge with expertise in audit, business transformation, risk, digital technology, data and corporate finance. The firm operates as part of the wider EY network, which has offices and teams around the world. In Ireland, employees typically work with senior business leaders and international clients on complex commercial, regulatory and organisational challenges. EY promotes professional development, collaboration, inclusion and flexible ways of working, while offering structured career opportunities across its service lines. The communications function supports EY’s reputation, corporate profile, media engagement, campaigns and internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Working in Ireland

Ireland offers strong opportunities in technology, pharmaceuticals, financial services, professional services, healthcare, engineering, renewable energy and multinational operations. Dublin is the main employment hub, while Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford also have growing business and technology sectors. Irish workplaces are generally collaborative and informal, with open communication, respect for work-life balance and a strong emphasis on relationship building. Lifestyle benefits include scenic coastlines, historic towns, lively music and arts communities, and excellent access to outdoor activities. Housing, particularly in Dublin, can be expensive and competitive, so relocation planning is important. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work without an employment permit. Non-EEA applicants generally need an eligible job offer and an employment permit, such as a Critical Skills Employment Permit, depending on the occupation and salary. Successful applicants should arrange accommodation, tax registration, banking and healthcare access after arrival.