Media PR and Communications Recruitment Ireland

Specialist Media, PR and Communications Talent Search for Irish employers

Communications teams shape how organisations explain decisions, protect reputation and maintain trust with employees, customers, media and wider stakeholders. The right people bring clarity and judgement when messages are complex or scrutiny is high.

Strong communications professionals combine writing and channel expertise with sound judgement, stakeholder confidence and an understanding of the organisation’s wider priorities. Senior appointments also require the ability to advise leadership and manage sensitive issues.

Connexus works with organisations and agencies across Ireland to recruit experienced Media, PR and Communications professionals. Our searches cover corporate communications, media relations, public relations, internal communications and communications leadership.

We take time to understand the audiences, reputation considerations and outcomes attached to each appointment before approaching the market.

8 weeks: The median time-to-hire reported in Connexus Talent Insights

How we approach Media, PR and Communications Talent Search

MAP

We clarify the audiences, reputation context, communication priorities, team structure and outcomes required before mapping the market.

ENGAGE

We approach suitable active and passive professionals, assessing relevant experience, judgement, writing capability and stakeholder influence.

DELIVER

We present a focused shortlist supported by clear candidate information, market feedback and practical guidance for the interview process.

CONNECT

We support interviews, feedback, offer management and communication through to placement, helping both parties make a well-informed decision.

Typical Media, PR and Communications hiring requirements

Appointing a Head of Communications

An organisation operating through change or increased scrutiny may need a senior leader who can advise executives, clarify messaging and coordinate communication across audiences.

Hiring a PR Account
Director

A growing agency may require an experienced account leader who can manage senior clients, guide teams, protect delivery quality and contribute to business growth.

Strengthening internal communications

A business undergoing transformation may need a specialist who can turn complex programmes into clear, credible communication for employees and managers.

Media, PR and Communications roles we recruit

Connexus recruits experienced professionals across corporate communications, public relations, media relations, internal communications and agency account leadership. Our work typically covers specialist, senior and leadership appointments.

Communications leadership

Communications Director
Head of Communications
Head of Corporate Affairs
Senior Communications Manager
Communications Manager

Public relations and media

PR Director
PR Account Director
PR Account Manager
Public Relations Manager
Media Relations Manager
Press Officer

Internal and change communications

Head of Internal Communications
Internal Communications Manager
Change Communications Lead
Employee Communications Manager

Corporate and stakeholder communications

Corporate Communications Manager
Public Affairs Manager
Stakeholder Communications Manager
Communications Content Manager

The context of a communications role matters as much as its title. We work with employers to define the audiences, level of scrutiny, leadership exposure and balance between strategy and delivery before approaching candidates.

What employers say about working with Connexus

“I have worked with the team at Connexus for over a year now. They have supported on everything from assistant to senior manager roles to contract appointments. No ask has been too small for Connexus, the team have always sought to understand our business and the needs of each of the roles. They have placed some really successful candidates. Communication is excellent, I would highly recommend.”

General Paints Group

Head of Marketing

“I have worked with Connexus to recruit a number of team members during my time as Head of Marketing at Very Ireland. Connexus has been a joy to work with each time and really took a lot of time to understand not only the requirements of each role but also to understand the company culture and myself as a manager so he could find and place the right candidates. I highly recommend Connexus and I will continue to work with them in the future.”

The Very Group

Head of Marketing

“I cannot speak highly enough about the excellent service provided by Keith and his Team at Connexus. From the initial consultation to the successful placement of candidates, every step of the process was handled with professionalism, efficiency, and a deep understanding of our company's culture and needs.”

LifeStyle Sports

Head of Talent Acquisition

When employers engage Connexus

Specialist recruitment support for important, difficult or time-sensitive hiring requirements.

Strengthening corporate communications

Hiring professionals who can improve messaging, media engagement and communication with important stakeholders.

Managing organisational change

Finding internal or change communications specialists who can support employees through complex programmes.

Building PR capability

Recruiting agency or in-house professionals who can develop relationships, shape stories and deliver effective campaigns.

Scaling an agency team

Finding account leadership and specialist capability needed to support client growth and maintain service quality.

Protecting reputation

Hiring experienced communications people who can advise leadership and respond confidently when scrutiny increases.

Replacing a communications leader

Running a focused or confidential search for a senior communications appointment.

What employers need to know when hiring PR and Communications talent

Strong communications candidates consider the level of access, trust and decision-making authority attached to a role. They also look closely at the organisation's priorities, the support available and whether communications is involved early enough to shape outcomes.

Connexus Talent Insights reported a median time-to-hire of eight weeks. Delays can be particularly damaging when candidates are considering several opportunities or when an organisation needs leadership during a period of change.

Before beginning a search, employers should agree the core audiences, reputation context, reporting line, leadership exposure, balance between strategy and delivery, working arrangement and interview process.

A clear brief helps candidates understand the mandate and allows employers to assess judgement and influence alongside technical communications experience.

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Media, PR and Communications Talent Search FAQs

Connexus recruits specialist, senior and leadership professionals across corporate communications, public relations, media relations, internal communications and agency account leadership. Roles include Heads of Communications, Communications Managers, PR Account Directors, PR Account Managers and Internal Communications specialists.

Yes. Connexus works with agencies and in-house communications teams. We take account of the different client, stakeholder, delivery and leadership expectations within each environment.

We assess relevant sector and channel experience alongside writing quality, judgement, stakeholder influence and evidence of delivery. For senior appointments, we also consider leadership exposure and the ability to advise decision-makers.

Yes. We can conduct focused and confidential searches for senior, replacement or business-critical Communications roles, with an agreed approach to market engagement and candidate communication.

Timelines depend on seniority, sector requirements, salary, location and the interview process. Connexus Talent Insights 2026 reported a median time-to-hire of eight weeks across the market. Clear criteria and timely feedback help maintain candidate engagement.

Submit your brief through the website or contact the Connexus team. We will arrange an initial discussion about the communications need, audiences, team structure and preferred recruitment timeline.

Media, PR and Communications Talent Search in Ireland

Specialist Media, PR and Communications Talent Search for Irish employers

How we approach Media, PR and Communications Talent Search