Marketing & Sales Assistant

The Brehon Hotel & Spa; Killarney; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hot meals provided on duty

Employee of the Month awards

Discounted rates for Friends & Family

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite car parking

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Brehon Hotel & Spa is seeking a Marketing & Sales Assistant in Killarney to support the Sales & Marketing team as refurbishment continues. The role is ideal for hospitality professionals moving into Marketing or marketers seeking growth in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Responsibilities include brand collateral design, social media management, CRM and CRM-driven communications, blogging, newsletters, and coordinating with sales and events teams.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising or Communications preferred.
• Strong writing, editing and English communication skills.
• Experience with digital marketing best practices is a plus.
• High-end hospitality market knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing Sales & Marketing strategies for The Brehon Hotel & Spa.
• Design brand collateral and digital content (Canva experience essential).
• Manage social media channels: scheduling, posting and monitoring results.
• Maintain accurate external partner listings (e.g., Booking.com).
• Support WordPress website management and CRM activities.
• Create engaging content for blogs and newsletters while ensuring GDPR compliance.
• Support PR and event participation for the hotel brand.

Skills

Brand writing

Content creation

Social media management

CRM management

GDPR compliance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Location: The Brehon Hotel & Spa, Muckross Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Type: Full-time, Onsite

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Marketing & Sales Assistant to join our award-winning team at The Brehon Hotel & Spa. The hotel has embarked on a new chapter, with the ongoing refurbishment of the bedrooms and public spaces continuing over the next number of years. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and passionate professional to support the Sales & Marketing team in driving the success of our brand.

This is a fantastic role for someone with a background in hospitality looking to move into Sales & Marketing, or for an existing marketing professional eager to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of Sales & Marketing strategies for The Brehon Hotel & Spa.
• Design creative brand collateral, advertisements, and digital content (Canva experience essential).
• Assist in managing all social media channels - including scheduling, posting and monitoring results.
• Ensure external partner websites are accurate and up to date, eg booking.com listing.
• Support website management using WordPress.
• Write engaging content for blogs, newsletters (ezines), and general communications.
• Assist in managing our CRM strategy, including database recruitment, management, and ezine creation, while always ensuring GDPR compliance.
• Monitor competitor activity in press and online.
• Support the Sales team with administrative tasks, database management, invoicing, and supplier documentation.
• Contribute to PR and communications campaigns.
• Attend in-house and off-site Sales & Marketing events, representing the hotel brand.
• Be flexible to work occasional evenings and weekends when required.
• Assist with local and national B2B sales activities
• Represent The Brehon Hotel & Spa at consumer and trade shows

Skills Required

• Outstanding writing, editing, and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to prioritise, organise work assignments, and follow up effectively.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organisational ability.
• Confident, dynamic personality and team player.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
• Flexible to work varying hours based on business needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to promote positive relationships with colleagues.

Competencies & Qualifications

• Qualification in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field (preferred).
• In-depth understanding of digital marketing best practices, trends, and strategies.
• Proven experience in managing marketing and communications projects.
• Strong command of the English language (both written and spoken).
• Knowledge of the high-end luxury hotel market desirable.
• Experience with graphic design tools (Canva essential, Adobe an advantage).
• Full clean drivers licence (preferred but not essential)

What We Offer You

• A welcoming & supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development & growth.
• Hot meals provided on duty.
• Employee of the Month awards.
• Company events.
• Friends & Family discounted rates.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free onsite car parking.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Rewards for years of service.
• Flexible scheduling.