Creative Director

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Creative Director to lead our Ireland-based creative team within a fast-paced in-house design setting. This role involves crafting innovative marketing solutions for both B2B and B2C markets across digital and print media. The ideal candidate will blend a strong design background with a flair for compelling storytelling, driving engagement and business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the creative output produced by the Ireland creative team.
• Work closely with Strategy, Editors, and US Creative Directors to ideate, design, and polish marketing materials including digital assets, email campaigns, print media, data visualizations, and video/animations.
• Keep abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the creative industry.
• Actively incorporate feedback to enhance leadership capabilities.
• Adopt a mindset focused on continuous improvement by applying insights from previous initiatives.
• Utilize industry best practices for the development of creative materials.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Prudential Brand.
• Maintain a proactive, positive attitude in all endeavors.
• Share responsibility for achieving the success of creative work measured by program KPIs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Motion Graphics, 3D, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Over 10 years of creative or design experience, including leadership of high-performing creative teams.
• Proven ability to identify innovative and efficient workflows.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of developing strategic concepts and executing innovative digital and multimedia solutions collaboratively.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in motion graphics, 3D design, web design, email marketing, UI/UX design, branding, and print advertising.
• Exceptional skills in information design.
• A portfolio showcasing conceptual work across diverse platforms.
• Understanding of the latest design trends with a passion for pushing creative boundaries beyond traditional media.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Competent working independently and cooperatively with cross-functional teams including writers, developers, planners, and strategists.
• Technical proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud suite, Final Cut Pro, HTML, CSS, and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information

PGIM Ireland embraces diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Employee Benefits

• Health insurance coverage through partnerships with Laya and BUPA, covering eligible medical and hospital expenses.
• 23 days of paid annual leave.
• Generous pension scheme allowing contributions up to 8% of salary with employer matching, plus voluntary contribution options.
• Annual bonus program along with Shop LK Vouchers and CleverCards, both tax-free and subject to eligibility.
• Life assurance benefits covering employees from their start date with coverage providing a lump sum of four times the employee’s salary.
• Education assistance program reimbursing eligible employees for further education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PGIM Ireland stands as an equal opportunity employer committed to fair employment practices without discrimination based on gender, civil or family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or traveler community membership. Hiring decisions are made solely on merit.

Hiring Contingencies

Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, and background checks will be performed on successful candidates.