An Post is currently looking to recruit a Mail Media Client Proposal Specialist to work in our Sales and Marketing Directorate.

• The job 
• The person
• How to apply

The job

Reporting to the Mail Media Business Development Manager and based in Dublin this role has the responsibility for the creation of Mail Media proposals and the subsequent campaign execution. The candidate will be responsible for growing the use of Mail Media advertising through the accurate and efficient delivery of client campaigns. They will have an overall understanding of the marketing industry and be passionate about the role that Mail Media plays within the marketing mix.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the creation of client proposals based on the client brief, to include creative advice/editing and data strategy, record counts and costs.
• Will connect with media houses’ clients’ creative agencies and confirm specs for creative, manage files and execute campaigns.
• Own the data enrichment of campaigns, fulfilling the objectives set by the client relating to the target strategy as set out.
• Advise on the strength and impact of client creative with a view to optimising conversion.
• Responsible for timely execution of client briefs.
• Will edit artwork where appropriate on instruction from the sales team and client requests.
• Will recommend/cross-sell additional Mail Media products should the client need require it.
• Will be the Post Media Team business point of contact for the Insights Ireland data tool used to mine data for campaigns.
• Will carry out, in conjunction with the wider team, relevant industry research to enhance pitch quality and relevance.
• Will be responsible for reporting to management regarding pitch success rates and related revenue, on weekly, monthly, quarterly and an annual basis.
• Act as “go-to” team member for data mining and targeting exercises for all Mail Media clients.

The person

The successful candidate will have:

• the ability to create/edit artwork
• the ability to generate targeted databases
• knowledge of data and the responsible use of it
• a track record and the ability to demonstrate efficient campaign execution
• an understanding of what makes a great ad campaign
• highly proficient in all Adobe software packages
• excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and convey information effectively at all levels internally and externally
• strong presentation skills and be confident and well equipped to deliver powerful presentations to prospective customers
• or be pursuing a third level qualification in a relevant design discipline.

Critical competencies to be successful in this role include:

• Results Orientation, including Campaign execution and Database development
• Commercial Awareness
• Initiative and Creative design skills
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Attention to Detail

Pay will be commensurate with the experience required for the role.

How to apply

HR Services Unit
An Post
Block 2D GPO
O'Connell Street Lower
Dublin 1


The latest date for receipt of applications is Friday 14 August 2017.


Late applications will not be accepted.


An Post is an equal opportunities employer.
We welcome suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community.