Social Media Executive – Arboretum LeighlinbridgeAt Arboretum, we know that skills are learned, nurtured, and celebrated. As an award-winning, forward-thinking, and sustainability-driven family business, we've built a reputation for creating inspirational destinations that connect people with nature, creativity, and each other.Our vision is to offer customers a haven of escape — where garden, home, and food come together in a truly fulfilling retail and lifestyle experience. Guided by our values of Communication, Commitment, Customer Service, Reputation, and Leadership, we've cultivated a workplace where creativity, collaboration, and care for both people and the planet go hand in hand.We are currently recruiting for a Social Media Executive to join our team at Arboretum Leighlinbridge.Key Job ResponsibilitiesWork with the Marketing team to plan, create, and schedule engaging content across Arboretum's social media platforms, ensuring brand consistency and a strong visual identity.Manage day-to-day social media activity including posting, community management, and responding to messages and comments in a timely and professional manner.Capture high-quality photo and video content on-site, showcasing gardens, retail spaces, products, events, and seasonal moments.Support the promotion of campaigns, events, and key trading periods through creative and compelling social storytelling.Work with marketing to support Arboretum's influencer and creator outreach programme, including identifying opportunities, coordinating visits, briefing creators, tracking content delivery, and helping to build long-term relationships with aligned partners.Monitor, analyse, and report on social media performance, engagement, and growth metrics, providing insights and recommendations to inform content planning and improve reach and impact.Work closely with retail, horticulture, and café teams to identify content opportunities and tell authentic Arboretum stories.Stay up to date with social media trends, platform updates, and emerging content formats.Ensure all content reflects Arboretum's sustainability values, customer focus, and brand reputation.The Ideal CandidateHas proven experience managing social media platforms for a brand or business.Is creatively driven with a strong eye for photography, video, and visual storytelling.Has excellent written communication skills and an ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms.Is organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Has a genuine interest in lifestyle, gardening, food, or sustainability-led brands.Experience using social media scheduling and analytics tools is desirable.Comfortable working on-site and collaborating with cross-functional teams.Own transport is required, as the role will involve regular on-site content creation across Arboretum's three locations.Why Work With Us?A friendly, supportive working environment.Opportunities for learning, development, and creative growth.Staff discounts across Arboretum retail and café.Daytime working hours.Employee referral scheme.The opportunity to contribute creatively to one of Ireland's most loved and award-winning lifestyle brands.If you're passionate about storytelling, creativity, and building meaningful connections through social media, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of the Arboretum experienceJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:Employee discountOn-site parkingStore discountAbility to commute/relocate:Carlow, CO. Carlow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Application question(s):Are you available Full Time?Experience:Social media marketing: 2 years (preferred)Location:Carlow, CO. Carlow (preferred)Work Location: In person