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Sadhbh O'Brien

Sadhbh O'Brien

Dalkey,Co. Dublin

Summary

Ambitious and driven Marketing Advisor with a dynamic background in client consulting and strategy development. Passionate about delivering business success, I thrive in a role that requires me to harness my strong interpersonal and solution-oriented skills to produce marketing initiatives tailored to delivering client objectives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Marketing Advisor

Marketing Development Practice Agency
Blackrock, Co. Dublin
09.2023 - Current
  • Consulting clients across diverse industries on marketing strategy and business development projects to deliver on objectives
  • Responsible for writing project plans, market research, client communication, sales and marketing strategy development, social media management, and client presentions
  • Demonstrated adaptability and initiative under tight deadlines, consistently meeting client expectations and maintaining long-term professional relationships for the MDP
  • Managed the MDP's social media accounts by coordinating content calenders with internal recruitment and event management teams, leveraging paid advertising, and tracking performance on Meta Business Suite analytics.
  • Created a ten-year business expansion strategy plan to provide a long-term vision for future leaders to follow
  • Conducted client fieldwork across Ireland for a large FMCG client to deliver data-driven consumer insights regarding product popularity and consumer preferences
  • Delivered customer feedback insights to support customer retention goals and maintain competitive market edge for a large Irish resource recovery company through market research

Full-time Server

Provence Marinaside
Vancouver
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Served as a dedicated and efficient full-time server at this high-end seafood restaurant during my working holiday
  • Received positive feedback for exceptional customer service
  • Applied strong communication skills to accommodate customer preferences and resolve feedback
  • Successfully adapted to a fast-paced environment through teamwork, time management, and commitment
  • Acquired valuable bartending experience and wine knowledge, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Senior Waitress

Ouzos Steak and Seafood Restaurant
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted the general manager with staff training, opening and closing shifts, rota creation and till management
  • Successfully upsold products through strong knowledge of the food and drink menus
  • Demonstrated leadership skills when running private functions, leading shifts and resolving customer feedback.

Watersports Instructor

Surfdock Watersports
Grand Canal Dock, Dublin
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Instructed sailing, stand up paddleboarding and kayaking to students of all ages full-time.

Education

MSc - Marketing Practice

UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Dublin
09.2023 -

Secondary School - Leaving Certificate

Coláiste Íosagáin
Dublin
09.2014 - 05.2020

BSc - Psychology

UCD
Dublin
09.2020 - 05.2023

Skills

  • Proficient in advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Canva
  • Flexible and adaptive thinker who can work with diverse projects and clients
  • My growth mindset has me constantly seeking opportunities to enhance my skillset in the ever-evolving world of marketing
  • Proficient at using critical analysis to inform data-driven strategy recommendations
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail allows me to understand client needs and produce client-ready project plans and presentations
  • Team player attitude allows me to work seamlessly and efficiently with others and maintain a positive working environment with my colleagues


Interests

OTHER INFORMATION , Sea Scouts: Competed in various scouting competitions, coordinated with troop members to organise scout camps and events, and volunteered for the Ronald McDonald House kitchens. Disability Sailing: Volunteered to instruct sailing to young adults and children with disabilities. Psychology Society, UCD: Event Management team member, promoted mental health awareness campaigns. Peer Mentor, UCD: Organised team bonding activities and provided guidance to incoming students. Hobbies: Sailing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Piano, Ballet, Hiking

Languages

English
Native
French
Intermediate
Irish
Native

Timeline

MSc - Marketing Practice

UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
09.2023 -

Marketing Advisor

Marketing Development Practice Agency
09.2023 - Current

Full-time Server

Provence Marinaside
06.2023 - 08.2023

Senior Waitress

Ouzos Steak and Seafood Restaurant
05.2021 - 05.2023

Watersports Instructor

Surfdock Watersports
05.2021 - 09.2021

BSc - Psychology

UCD
09.2020 - 05.2023

Secondary School - Leaving Certificate

Coláiste Íosagáin
09.2014 - 05.2020
Sadhbh O'Brien