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Eimear Walsh
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Eimear Walsh

Managing Partner

I have been in the world of recruitment for almost 16 years. I graduated with a BA from UCD and followed this with a Masters from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School. After a year out travelling the world I planned to pursue a career in marketing. However, I registered with a recruitment company and ended up taking a role with them as a recruiter for the marketing industry instead. I have never looked back- I love it!

I began my career recruiting across the Retail, Sales and Marketing arena and quickly progressed through the ranks into a leadership role. I have worked across a range of industries and have led teams recruiting for national and international clients across a variety of sectors including Financial Services, Legal, HR, Technology, Sales and Marketing.

I am hugely passionate about great talent and guiding people in their careers. I am also passionate about the recruitment business, partnering professionally with key clients and supporting them to achieve organisational success by finding the best talent for their team. I am committed to working with the best recruitment technologies and processes, to provide an efficient and effective service to both clients and candidates, while raising industry standards.

Over the course of my career, I have developed strong relationships with clients and candidates and hope that I have added true value to their careers and businesses.  I am delighted to be bringing my experience and knowledge to the team in Alternatives. 

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Current Marketing Jobs

Marketing and Events Manager (Part-time)

Marketing & Events Manager – Financial Services Our client, a prestigious boutique investment firm based in Dublin 2, is seeking a Marketing & Events Manager to drive their brand positioning, stakeholder engagement, and high-profile corporate events. This role blends event management, marketing strategy, and corporate communications within a sophisticated business environment. This is a permanent PART-TIME role being offered on a 3 day a week basis / ~24 hours per week. Reporting to the MD, the successful candidate will lead on all marketing and event activities – day to day duties include - Event Management Lead the planning and execution of corporate events, including in-house and external gatherings. Develop themed event concepts that align with brand values and enhance client engagement. Manage brand activations, sponsorship-related events, and partnership-driven initiatives. Marketing & Brand Development Oversee media launches and marketing campaigns, including coordinating photography, press releases, and online content. Shape and execute a brand development & marketing strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals. Manage multiple stakeholders and act as a strategic lead on corporate communications. Stakeholder & Client Engagement Build strong internal relationships to ensure smooth collaboration and buy-in for key initiatives. Manage client hospitality, including ticket bookings and high-end restaurant reservations. Conduct research & relationship-building for strategic sponsorships, philanthropy, and cultural partnerships. The ideal candidate will have the following - Event Management Expertise – Proven track record of delivering high-caliber corporate events. Marketing & Brand Leadership – Experience developing and executing marketing strategies. Stakeholder & Client Relationship Management – Strong communication skills, diplomacy, and ability to influence at all levels. Cultural & Media Landscape Knowledge – Experience in arts, culture, sponsorships, or partnerships is highly advantageous. Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – Experience in executive assistance, office management, or hospitality a plus.   For more information please contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives.  

  • Competitive base salary (pro rate on 24 hours per week) plus benefits,hybrid work options.
  • Marketing
  • Dublin

Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Marketing Manager to join our client’s dynamic and progressive marketing team. This is a unique opportunity to work with iconic Irish brands and make a meaningful impact in a company that values creativity, collaboration, and innovation. About the Role: Reporting to the Head of Marketing, the Marketing Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic growth of two well-loved brands. The successful candidate will lead marketing initiatives across multiple channels, manage a talented team, and act as a brand ambassador to shape and promote the company’s identity. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies. Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. Manage and execute impactful marketing campaigns across PR, digital, TV, and in-store channels. Conduct market research and analyse trends to inform strategic decisions. Oversee budgets to optimise resources and ensure maximum ROI. Build and maintain relationships with external partners, agencies, and stakeholders. Drive strategic projects, ensuring critical milestones are met for successful outcomes. What You’ll Need: A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field. 5 years plus of marketing experience, preferably in a managerial role. Proven expertise in B2B and B2C marketing, with strong brand management skills. Experience working with external agencies and managing cross-functional teams. Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills. A creative and adaptable mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Perks: Join a company that places people at the heart of its business and fosters an inclusive, supportive environment. Benefit from a hybrid working model, with two remote days per week. Enjoy access to employee wellness programs, networks, and development opportunities. Work with a company committed to balancing professional and personal growth. Location: The role is based at the company’s HQ in Kildare. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced marketer, with a passion for Brand Marketing to advance their career and be part of a team that values innovation, purpose, and growth. For more information contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives.  

  • Competitive salary plus package
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Strategic Marketing Manager

Strategic Marketing Manager – Waterford (Hybrid) Alternatives is delighted to partner with Arvum Group, a leading and innovative group of agri-businesses, to recruit a Strategic Marketing Manager to join their senior leadership team. With a diverse portfolio of B2B and B2C businesses, Arvum is committed to driving growth, delivering value to its customers, and enhancing its reputation as an industry leader. This is a strategic, results-focused role for an experienced marketing professional who excels at delivering innovative campaigns across traditional and digital channels. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with business heads to design and execute effective marketing strategies. Manage full-cycle marketing campaigns, including digital, PR, events, and sponsorships. Oversee brand consistency across all platforms and businesses. Lead content creation for digital, social, print, and public relations channels. Champion CRM system development for data-driven decision-making. Build media relations to enhance brand reputation. Conduct market research to inform strategies and competitive positioning. Manage the marketing budget to deliver impactful, on-budget campaigns. Define KPIs, assess campaign performance, and report on ROI. Drive employer brand marketing strategies to attract and retain talent. Key Requirements: Relevant degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field. 8–10 years’ + experience in a senior marketing role, ideally in B2B and B2C. Proven expertise in integrated marketing campaigns and digital marketing trends. Strong CRM knowledge (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and data-driven decision-making. Exceptional communication skills and experience in media relations. Ability to manage multiple projects, large budgets, and external agencies. Commercial mindset with a focus on delivering results. What’s on Offer: Strategic leadership role in a dynamic, growing business group. Collaborative work environment where innovation is valued. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Location: Waterford (Hybrid options may be considered) If you’re a results-oriented marketing professional eager to make a strategic impact, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives to find out more.  

  • Salary N/A
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Digital Marketing Specialist

Digital Marketing Specialist Our client, a leading global organisation with a b2b focus are seeking an experience Digital Marketing Specialist with expertise in paid advertising to join their ambitious marketing team. Reporting to the Head of Digital Marketing, you will develop and execute impactful campaigns across LinkedIn, Meta, Google Ads, and other platforms to drive results and elevate our brand presence. You will enjoy leading on creative advertising campaigns, working with the in house design team and achieving results. Key Responsibilities Paid Campaigns: Strategize, create, and optimise paid social and search campaigns to meet KPIs. Collaboration: Work with internal teams to align messaging and integrate campaigns. Performance Reporting: Analyse data, provide insights, and recommend optimizations. Innovation: Stay updated on trends, implement best practices, and lead A/B testing. Budget Management: Monitor spend to ensure efficiency and adherence to budgets. What We’re Looking For Experience: 4+ years in digital marketing with a focus on paid advertising. Skills: Proficiency in Google Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, and Google Analytics. CRM experience (e.g., Marketo, HubSpot) is a plus. Strengths: Strategic, creative, and detail-oriented with strong collaboration skills. Education: Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, or related field preferred. If you’re passionate about digital marketing and ready to make an impact, contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives for more.

  • Competitive salary,hybrid working (1-2 days per week),great benefit package
  • Digital
  • Dublin

Retail Marketing Manager

Our client is seeking a talented and results-driven Marketing Manager to join their team in Galway. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic marketing professional to take ownership of all marketing activities and drive impactful campaigns in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and customer engagement. Working closely with Retail Sales Managers, leading on traditional marketing activities for instore promotional, building brands in local communities etc. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and deliver impactful promotional campaigns. Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth. Oversee the creation of engaging content across various platforms to enhance the brand’s presence. Manage the marketing budget effectively, ensuring optimal return on investment. Analyse campaign performance and prepare reports to provide insights and recommendations for improvement. Key Requirements: Proven experience in a similar marketing role, ideally within a fast-paced retail environment. Strong knowledge of marketing strategies and tools, with a track record of delivering successful campaigns. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. Highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. What’s on Offer: Opportunity to work with a passionate team in a supportive and innovative environment. Scope to influence and shape marketing strategies for a growing Irish business. For more information please click on the link below or contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives.

  • Competitive salary / bonus / benefits
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Interim Head of Brand

Our client, a global leader in the beverage industry, is seeking an Interim Head of Brand Communications to oversee the brand’s global communication agenda. This senior role requires an experienced brand leader with a digital-first mindset, responsible for creating breakthrough campaigns and ensuring consistent, impactful messaging that drives brand desire and long-term growth. The role will be based in Dublin a couple of days per week and is being offered on a 6 month interim basis. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional with expertise in brand communications, digital strategy, and campaign management. The successful candidate will work closely with executive stakeholders to shape the communication vision and lead cross-functional teams in the execution of globally integrated and insight-driven brand campaigns. Key Responsibilities: Global Communication Strategy: Define the brand’s overarching communication strategy,  aligning with the company's brand-building principles. Data-Driven Insights: Partner with Consumer Market Insights (CMI) and Innovation teams to incorporate insights into campaign strategies, ensuring relevance and resonance with target audiences. Campaign Leadership: Lead end-to-end campaign development, with a digital-first approach, from ideation through to market launch, ensuring alignment with brand positioning and consumer insights. Omnichannel Integration: Oversee all aspects of global advertising to create seamless, integrated campaigns across digital, print, PR, and experiential channels. Collaboration with PR: Work closely with the PR teams to create compelling, cohesive campaigns that reinforce the brand's status and engage audiences. Brand Consistency: Act as the brand guardian, ensuring guidelines, messaging frameworks, and brand voice are consistently applied across all regions and communication channels. Digital Strategy: Establish the brand’s digital agenda to ensure an omnichannel user journey that leverages data insights and best practices. Budget Management: Oversee the allocation of Advertising & Promotion (A&P) budgets to maximise impact in priority markets and ensure efficient resource utilization. Performance & Reporting: Adhere to reporting standards, provide performance insights, and participate in business planning meetings, ensuring alignment with governance procedures and business objectives. Qualifications and Experience: Significant experience in brand communications from within the beverage or FMCG sectors. Proven expertise in leading global, omnichannel campaigns with a digital-first approach. Strong understanding of brand strategy, positioning, and storytelling across diverse markets. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional and cross-regional teams, with the ability to influence at a senior level. Data-driven mindset, with experience using insights to guide communication strategies. Excellent project management, budgeting, and organizational skills. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills. If you are an experienced brand communications leader passionate about driving brand growth and engagement through innovative, data-driven strategies, we would love to hear from you. For more information please contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives

  • Competitive daily rate
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Marketing Manager

Alternatives are delighted to partner with Focus Capital Partners, who are a leading Irish boutique corporate finance firm, with strong international partnerships, particularly in the US. Specialising in advisory services across sectors like Food & Agri, Technology, Engineering, and Healthcare. They are now looking to hire a dynamic Marketing Manager to build brand presence and drive marketing efforts. As Marketing Manager, you’ll lead the marketing strategy, enhancing brand visibility, promoting transactions, and positioning the business unit leaders as thought leaders. This is a strategic, hands-on role working closely with the leadership team and managing external relationships. Key Responsibilities Strategic Marketing: Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to boost brand visibility across sectors. Digital Marketing & Content Creation: Promote transactions on LinkedIn, create engaging content, and support pitches with impactful marketing materials. Media Relations: Build relationships with media and secure coverage in niche sectors, handling press releases and corporate announcements. Event Management: Plan and execute client events, managing all logistics and leveraging our brand ambassador at key events. Collaboration: Coordinate with US partners to develop cross-border marketing initiatives. Internal Support: Support leadership with marketing collateral for pitches and client meetings. Qualifications Experience: 5+ years in marketing within corporate finance, professional services, or a B2B environment. Skills: Proven strategic thinking, expertise in digital marketing (especially LinkedIn), and media relations. Experience in event management and creative design (PowerPoint, Canva). Traits: A self-starter with strong communication skills, able to work independently and collaboratively with international partners. For more contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives.  

  • Salary N/A
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Marketing Executive

Our client, a global leader in professional services is looking to recruit an experienced Marketing Executive to lead on both traditional marcom and digital marketing activities for their Cork and Dublin offices. Based in Cork, the role will report into a large global marketing team based in the UK. The ideal candidate will have 3 + years marketing experience, prior b2b marketing experience would be ideal and exposure to professional services, finance or technology sectors advantageous.   The company offer a flexible / hybrid approach to work, you will be onsite full time during your initial induction but then you will be 3 days onsite / 2 days remote. Travel between Cork and Dublin office from time to time. What You’ll Do: Drive marketing plans and campaigns, collaborating with the Regional Marketing Head. (Based in the UK) Manage events, both in-person and virtual, from concept to execution. Create compelling digital content and social media posts. Oversee Irish client and contact databases, ensuring accuracy and relevance. Collaborate closely with the wider marketing team to align national strategies. What You’ll Bring: Proven experience in marketing, ideally from a multi-office or professional services background. Hands-on knowledge of social media, digital marketing, and content creation. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Confidence, ambition, and a proactive, can-do attitude. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Adobe InDesign experience is a plus! Perks: Hybrid working options Competitive salary package Genuine work-life balance Employee recognition awards Supportive management and career development opportunities For more information contact Eimear in Alternatives and click apply below.  

  • Competitive Salary / Hybrid work
  • Marketing
  • Ireland

Senior Business Development Manager

Our client, a leading professional services / consulting firm is currently looking to build out their Business Development function. We are seeking two highly experienced Senior Business Development Managers across Financial Services, Pharma / Life Sciences and the Tech space. You'll work closely with sector leaders to identify and convert major opportunities, build strong client relationships, and drive revenue. These roles will join a wider Commercial Marketing that is in serious growth mode. The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in the development and delivery of streamlined Business Development processes and procedures across large corporate organisations. Reporting to the Head of Business Development the successful candidate will Develop and execute go-to-market plans aligned with business strategy. Drive best-practice account management for priority clients. Identify and convert high-value opportunities through targeted sales efforts. Manage pipeline, track performance, and report on revenue metrics. Build strong relationships across the firm and industry to leverage synergies. The Ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in B2B business development, corporate or enterprise account management at a large firm or organisation. You will have experience in the Financial Services, Pharma / Life Science or Technology industry ideally. Proven track record of driving growth in large accounts. Strong commercial acumen, growth orientation, and sales focus. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and networking skills. Experience using CRM systems for pipeline management and reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established corporate organisation during a serious period of growth, where their people are at the centre of their culture. Benefits include Competitive salary, full benefits package and bonus flexible work options, and endless career development opportunities. A collaborative and inclusive work environment. A hybrid work model with an average of 3 days in the office per week. For more information please contact Eimear Walsh in Alternatives or click apply below.  

  • Competitive salary / pension / bonus / hybrid working
  • Marketing
  • Ireland