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Public Relations Director – Dublin

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious, high-end luxury business based in Dublin. Our client operates at the pinnacle of its sector, delivering exceptional quality, discretion, and world-class client experiences to a discerning audiences.

They are now seeking an experienced PR Director to join their senior leadership team and take full ownership of strategic communications, brand positioning, and reputation management.

The Role

The PR Director will lead the development and execution of a sophisticated, strategic communications framework that reinforces the brand’s market leadership and supports commercial growth.

This role requires a highly connected individual with an established Irish and UK media network, exceptional judgement, and the gravitas to operate at executive level.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications Leadership

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive PR and communications strategy aligned with commercial objectives.

  • Shape and elevate brand positioning within the Irish and international HNW markets.

  • Serve as senior advisor to the CEO and executive team on reputation, media engagement, and public narrative.

  • Define KPIs and measure effectiveness across earned media and brand impact.

Media Relations & Brand Visibility

  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with top-tier journalists, editors, stylists, and key opinion leaders.

  • Secure premium editorial coverage across luxury, business, and lifestyle platforms.

  • Oversee press launches, high-profile events, and media engagements.

  • Identify and leverage strategic media opportunities to enhance brand prestige.

Reputation & Crisis Management

  • Develop and implement crisis communications protocols.

  • Proactively manage reputational risk.

  • Lead sensitive communications with discretion and strategic oversight.

Executive & Thought Leadership Positioning

  • Elevate the profile of senior leadership through strategic media opportunities.

  • Develop speeches, interviews, and thought leadership content.

Partnerships & Events

  • Oversee high-impact brand events and exclusive experiences.

  • Identify and manage premium partnerships aligned with brand positioning.

Leadership & Budget Oversight

  • Lead internal PR resources and manage external agency partners.

  • Control PR budgets with clear ROI accountability.

  • Mentor and develop junior team members where applicable.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior PR or communications roles within luxury or premium sectors.

  • Proven track record delivering high-impact media coverage.

  • Established media network across Ireland and strong influential presence on social platforms and events.

  • Experience advising C-suite stakeholders.

  • Strong crisis communications experience.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.

  • Impeccable written and verbal communication skills.

  • Executive presence and professional gravitas.

  • Highly discreet with experience engaging high-net-worth clientele.

  • Calm, decisive, and solutions-focused.

Qualifications

  • Degree in PR, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related discipline.

  • Professional accreditation desirable.

Package

A highly competitive executive-level salary and benefits package will be offered, reflective of the seniority and strategic importance of this appointment.
 

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