Marketing Assistant

Shaws Department Stores now have a vacancy for a Marketing Assistant in our Support Office, located in Portlaoise town.

Celebrating our 160th year, Shaws has become a trusted, much-loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service, and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide.

Job Purpose:

The successful candidate will work alongside our Marketing Manager and assist in the development and execution of both traditional and digital marketing strategies and activities.

Main Duties:

• Support business objectives through the strategic creation and delivery of content across all key social media channels while ensuring all content adheres to brand standards.
• Assist in the development and creation of printed collateral for display in traditional media and in our stores.
• Assist in the management of all databases and ensure full compliance with GDPR legislation.
• Manage & execute all email marketing campaigns.
• Work with third party organisations to maximise the company's marketing opportunities.

The Successful Candidate:

• Must have at least two years' experience in a marketing role, preferably in the Retail Sector
• Must have experience in working on social media platforms and maximising marketing opportunities though same.
• Will be highly organised with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be positive and motivated.
• Will be an excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Unlimited product discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Great Working Environment
• Flexible Working Hours
• Remote working 2 days per week after 6 months
• Career Development opportunities
• Ongoing Training & Development

This position is an office-based role working Monday to Friday with the opportunity to work remote (40% of working hours) after the successful completion of the probationary period.

If this sounds like your next ideal career move, then we would love to hear from you.