Director of Marketing

Role overview

The Doyle Collection is hiring a Director of Marketing for a maternity cover contract to steer the marketing direction for The River Lee, a modern Cork hotel focused on strengthening its position in the premium leisure market. Working closely with the General Manager and Chief Marketing Officer, you will shape a strong brand story and support commercial growth across rooms, food and beverage, and meetings and events.

What you will do

• Set and deliver the overall marketing plan for The River Lee with a focus on increasing revenue across all business areas.
• Oversee the daily marketing operation and guide the Marketing Executive.
• Build and run integrated campaigns that reflect The Doyle Collection brand approach.
• Establish marketing KPIs, monitor performance, and turn results into useful commercial insight.
• Partner with the General Manager and wider commercial teams to keep marketing aligned with revenue targets.
• Manage social channels so content stays consistent, engaging, and aligned with the brand.
• Direct content development across photography, video, and design.
• Handle agency relationships for PR activity across Ireland, Europe, and the United States.
• Work with central digital specialists to improve the website, SEO, and paid media results.
• Spot and develop partnerships and collaborations that raise brand awareness.
• Support the hotel’s move further into the high-end leisure segment.
• Help enhance and evolve the long-term brand identity of The River Lee.

What we are looking for

• Background in a senior marketing position, ideally within hospitality or lifestyle-focused brands.
• Strong commercial judgment and the ability to influence revenue through marketing activity.
• Hands-on experience delivering multi-channel integrated campaigns.
• Confident at building relationships and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Genuine interest in brand building, storytelling, and creating excellent guest experiences.

Perks and benefits

• 30 days of annual leave including public holidays, rising to 35 days with longer service.
• Complimentary meals while on duty, plus breakfast and all-day tea and coffee.
• Discounted stays at hotels in the UK, Ireland, and the USA for you and your family or friends.
• 50% savings on food when dining with The Doyle Collection.
• Convenient location with strong public transport access.
• In-house training support focused on personal development.
• Recognition and reward programmes with bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays, and extra time off.
• Cycle to Work support and a pension plan for future savings.
• Staff summer parties, Christmas celebrations, and regular team social events.
• Refer-a-friend bonus programme.
• Additional employee benefits may also be available.

About The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a hand-picked group of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork, and Bristol. The group is known for its service ethos built on warmth and genuine care.

The company has been recognised as one of the Best Large Workplaces by Great Place to Work since 2017, reflecting a culture of continuous improvement and leadership committed to creating a positive working environment.

Inclusion and equal opportunity

The Doyle Collection values inclusion and diversity. Everyone is treated with fairness and respect, and all team members are given the opportunity to succeed in an equal opportunities workplace.