About Bridge Enterprise Centres
Bridge Enterprise Centres (BEC) is a vibrant community enterprise with campuses in Sandyford and the headquarters in Nutgrove Way, Dublin 14.
We offer vital business support initiatives for local entrepreneurs, start-ups, and SMEs, while providing flexible office and small light industrial units, hot-desking, meeting room hire and postal services.
Our mission is to strengthen the local business ecosystem through innovation, community engagement, and opportunity creation. From supporting idea stage founders to scaling businesses in, to the expanding DLR West Business Association (DLRWBA), we are passionate about building a vibrant business environment that supports and celebrates success at every stage.
Role Overview
We are seeking an energetic, creative
Business Executive
with Digital Marketing experience to help us
promote, grow, and strengthen the BEC brand and community.
This is a dynamic role that blends
marketing, event organisation and business community engagement
with hands-on support for our business centres. You'll play a leading part in increasing awareness of our services, driving participation in our events and initiatives, and growing the membership of the Business Association.
If you have a flair for marketing, communications and networking and thrive on creating opportunities for others to connect and succeed, this role is for you.
The role has two key aspects:
A) Developing and promoting the wider Association Network
B) Supporting the smooth running of our two Enterprise Centres
Key Responsibilities
A) Wider Association Network
* Grow and Expand Membership
: Build and nurture a thriving member network by actively recruiting and engaging new businesses.
* Brand & Marketing Development
: Shape and promote the Network's identity through compelling PR campaigns, communications, and branding.
* Manage and Grow the Social Media Engagement
- Develop and implement a social media strategy to increase our online presence.
* Create and curate engaging content to share across all platforms'
* Monitor, respond, and engage with online communities to build relationships and encourage
support for our initiatives.
* Work closely with the CEO & board to align social media efforts with organisational goals.
* Promote our activities, opportunities, and events to the wider business community.
* Keep up to date with social media trends and tools to ensure we are using the best strategies for
expansion of our various services.
* Business Events & Networking
: Organise high-quality business forums, masterclasses, and networking sessions with engaging speakers—sourcing venues and delivering events that inspire and connect.
* Membership Benefits, Awards & Competitions
: Create impactful membership programmes, launch awards and competitions, and manage publicity that spotlights success stories.
* Promote Member Companies
: Showcase our members through social media, website features, testimonials, and success stories.
* Surveys & Research
: Conduct surveys and focus groups to highlight members' needs and position the network as a voice for local business.
* Partnerships & Collaborations
: Build relationships with business leaders, influencers, universities, multinationals, and government agencies to expand visibility and secure new opportunities.
* Advocacy
: Represent and promote the voice of local SMEs in discussions with local councils and government departments.
B) Enterprise Centre Management Support
* Support the
day-to-day facilities management
of our two centres.
* Promote our facilities services
including meeting rooms, hot desks, postal services, and non-tenancy solutions.
* Champion
, organising events and workshops that encourage collaboration and growth among hub members.
* Foster a culture of
collaboration and knowledge-sharing
across all BEC enterprises.
* Build strong connections with other Enterprise Centres to stay ahead of industry trends and opportunities.
Key Requirements
* Minimum 3 years' experience in marketing, business development or community enterprise roles.
* Proven experience in Business Social Media Engagement.
* Demonstrated success in developing and promoting events, training, or education programmes.
* Ability to work independently & collaboratively as part of a mission-driven team.
Skills & Attributes
* A confident networker who enjoys building and nurturing relationships.
* Marketing and branding mindset - creative, strategic, and results-focused.
* Have Core Digital Marketing Skills and experience with social media management
* Persuasive communication skills with a creative mindset.
* Ability to leverage data analysis and analytics to advance BEC's objectives.
* Passionate about supporting individual entrepreneurs and making a positive impact in the community.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with a flair for problem-solving.
* Organised project manager with the ability to deliver high-impact results.