Marketing Manager

JJ Rhatigan

  • Galway
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
JJ Rhatigan & Company is one of Ireland's leading Building Contractors, with operations throughout Ireland and the UK. We are currently recruiting for a Marketing Manager based in our Galway Head Office.JJ Rhatigan is seeking a hands-on Marketing Manager to support the Head of Marketing & Communications in the development and delivery of the company's marketing strategy, plans, budgets, and reporting. The ideal candidate will be an active contributor who leads from the front, balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution. This is not a purely managerial role; the successful candidate must be comfortable rolling up their sleeves to lead marketing projects and deliver results.Key ResponsibilitiesMarketing & Brand Management
  • Assist in the development and full execution of the company-wide marketing strategy and annual plan.
  • Lead and actively support the Marketing Team with a focus on mentoring, orientation, and hands-on delivery.
  • Maintain and strengthen the company's brand identity, including employer branding and site-level initiatives.
  • Develop and implement internal communication campaigns that promote culture, values, and engagement.
  • Collaborate with various departments and teams to identify and deliver brand-building opportunities.
  • Manage all public-facing communications to ensure brand accuracy and consistency.
Social Media Management
  • Take full ownership of the company's social media strategy, content planning, and day-to-day execution.
  • Create and schedule high-quality, engaging content across LinkedIn, Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, and other relevant platforms.
  • Monitor social media performance using analytics tools and provide regular reports and insights.
  • Proactively engage with audiences to build community and increase brand reach.
  • Support campaigns and key initiatives with creative and timely social media content.
  • Stay updated on trends, platform updates, and best practices to continuously improve output and performance.
  • Coordinate social media responsibilities across the wider marketing team and act as the primary point of contact for online brand reputation.
Content, Collateral & PR
  • Oversee the creation and maintenance of all marketing collateral: brochures, presentations, flyers, case studies, and project sheets.
  • Develop website content and maintain site performance in line with brand goals and SEO best practices.
  • Contribute to advertising, sponsorship, and PR initiatives, including drafting press releases and liaising with media outlets.
  • Manage third-party consultants and suppliers across design, copywriting, digital, and production.
Photography, Video & Events
  • Plan and coordinate project photography, videography, and drone footage with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Organise internal and external events to support business goals and culture-building initiatives.
Research & Reporting
  • Conduct regular competitor and market research, tracking industry trends, employer brand positioning, and audience engagement.
  • Benchmark communications and branding efforts and recommend actions based on insights.
  • Create regular marketing performance reports
Business Development Support
  • Manage lead generation efforts, track project leads, and research new business opportunities.
  • Prepare business development and pitch presentations for Directors and Regional Directors.
  • Support the pre-qualification and tender teams with tailored marketing materials and submission design templates.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years' experience in a marketing role with direct responsibility for social media and digital content.
  • Strong background in brand management, campaign delivery, and content creation.
  • Hands-on experience managing corporate social media platforms with measurable results.
  • Proficiency in CMS (e.g., WordPress), CRM, social media scheduling and analytics tools (e.g., Hubspot, LinkedIn Analytics), and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
What We're Looking For
  • A proactive, self-motivated marketer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Someone who is both a strategic thinker and a task executer, comfortable writing, designing, planning, and posting directly.
  • A team leader who embraces a hands-on approach.
If you feel you have the required skills and experience and are interested in joining a highly respected company with the opportunity to progress your career, we would be interested in hearing from you.

JJ Rhatigan

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