Overview
This role is ideal for individuals looking to begin a career in digital media and advertising. As an Ad Operations Associate within the Core Exchange Programmatic team, you will support the successful implementation of Display and Video campaigns for a range of high-profile clients.
Working closely with Programmatic Buyers, Media Planning teams and media partners, you will ensure campaigns are executed accurately and delivered to the highest standard. You will gain exposure to campaigns across a variety of sectors, including telecommunications, sport and retail, while developing a strong foundation in digital media and Programmatic advertising.
Our team offers a structured learning programme, delivered by industry-leading trainers, providing a clear development pathway from media fundamentals through to advanced Programmatic expertise. No previous media experience is required—only a genuine interest in digital media, strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
Agency Performance
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Implement Display and Video campaigns, ensuring placements meet client objectives and campaign specifications.
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Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure campaigns are implemented accurately and all deliverables meet client expectations.
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Work collaboratively with internal teams and media partners to support the successful implementation of campaigns.
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Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies.
Practice Performance
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Listen actively to understand the needs of media teams and clients.
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Develop an understanding of Programmatic best practice and apply these standards across campaign implementation.
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Work closely with Media Planning Practices to continuously improve ways of working and operational efficiency.
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Build an understanding of all media channels and how they contribute to overall campaign performance.
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Build strong working relationships with internal teams and media partners.
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Demonstrate a proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
Commercial Performance
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Follow Core's established processes to maintain accuracy, consistency and efficiency.
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Ensure compliance with client contracts and agreed processes.
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Work with senior colleagues to identify opportunities to enhance campaigns through innovation and added value.
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Maintain accurate weekly timesheets that reflect time spent across client accounts.
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Consistently deliver high-quality work through robust quality control processes to meet client expectations and operational standards.
Talent Management
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Participate fully in Core's structured learning and development programme.
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Stay informed on industry developments and actively engage in internal training opportunities.
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Take ownership of your personal development through regular feedback, training and career planning.
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Contribute positively to team culture, supporting a collaborative and engaging working environment.
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Build strong collaborative relationships with colleagues and external media partners.
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Actively participate in knowledge sharing across the business and within the team.
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Uphold Core's values in both words and actions.
Experience
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A genuine interest in digital media and advertising; previous industry experience is not required.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
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Interest in the continually evolving digital media landscape.
Person Specification
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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A proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to learn and develop in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
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Energetic, enthusiastic and collaborative in your approach.
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A genuine interest in digital media, advertising and emerging technologies.
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An eagerness to learn digital media buying platforms and industry best practice.
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Comfortable working within established processes while maintaining consistently high standards of accuracy.
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Responsive, reliable and able to recognise when issues should be escalated appropriately.
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Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
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Work your way – Flexible, hybrid working that gives you the freedom to do your best work while fitting around your life.
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Keep growing – Invest in your development with 24/7 internal learning programme access, structured mentoring and clear opportunities to progress your career.
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Work that keeps things interesting – Partner with leading brands across sport, retail, food & drink, alcohol, insurance, banking and many more, with no two days the same.
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Time to switch off – Enjoy 21 days' annual leave with an additional increment with your time with us, Separate to this celebrate your birthday off, Christmas closure days and early finishes before bank holiday weekends.
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A culture that supports balance – We genuinely value work–life balance and encourage you to take the time you need to perform at your best.
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Support for every stage of life – From enhanced maternity and paternity leave & other family leaves, to fertility support, phased returns, we're here for life's important moments.
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Your wellbeing matters – Access mental health and wellbeing support, plus paid private health insurance for you and your dependants under 18, an Employee Assistance Programme, annual wellness contributions, free flu vaccinations, wellness events, fresh fruit, subsidised massages and more.
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Plan ahead with confidence – Benefit from a contributory pension, life assurance cover and access to professional financial advice.
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Make an impact beyond your role – Join our Diversity & Inclusion, CSR, Green, Social or Great Place to Work committees and even earn an extra day's annual leave for your contribution.
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Join an award-winning workplace – Proudly recognised as a Great Place to Work® Certified organisation, ranked 4th in the Great Place to Work® Best Large Workplaces, and awarded Gold accreditation for our commitment to creating an exceptional employee experience.
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A genuinely inclusive culture – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn't just a policy here; it's part of who we are. Through our dedicated D&I initiatives, employee networks and inclusive policies, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered.
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We know how to have fun – From summer and Christmas parties to team socials, fundraising activities, birthday celebrations and company-wide events, we make time to celebrate our people.
And that's just the start...
OUR COMMITMENTS
Our industry relies on creativity and innovation – these are skills that are not bound by gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, membership of the Traveller community, marital or family status, disability, age, socio-economic background, or any other attributes. Core is committed to diversity in its workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants. If you need reasonable accommodation for any reason at any part of the interview process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and we will do our best to help.
30,000 - 31,000 DOE
Core is Ireland's largest marketing communications company with over 400 people working across the key areas of marketing communications - research, data science, strategy, planning, creative development and implementation. We are now a collective of nine practices, working towards a single purpose - to expand the possibilities of what brands can achieve. At Core, we believe that change can move us forward and compel us towards new possibilities. Our wonderful people are at the centre of our success. It is essential that we keep building a high-trust working environment that supports our people and enables them to flourish. There is no magic formula for becoming a great place to work. Instead, it involves working together, through constant change, to match the personal dreams and ambitions of our people with the aspirations of the organisation.
Over the years, we have cemented our position as a great place to work, with 2026 being voted 4th Best Large Workplace in Ireland. Additionally, we are recognised as a Best Workplace for Women, and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing. 2026 is our best year yet, and we're excited to have you join us and our continued success.
