I am an engagement and marketing professional with over six years of experience creating events, campaigns, and community programs across the EMEA region. I specialize in bringing ideas to life through both in-person and virtual experiences, building awareness, and fostering strong connections between people and brands. I have hands-on experience managing logistics, content, and promotion from start to finish and am comfortable using data and feedback to measure success. I am entrepreneurial and adaptable, with experience running small businesses and a strong interest in the startup ecosystem. I partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to plan and execute campaigns that build brand awareness and strengthen employee communities. I am passionate about delivering seamless candidate and stakeholder experiences in talent acquisition, within a global tech scale-up environment.

Grace Mccabe

I am an engagement and marketing professional with over six years of experience creating events, campaigns, and community programs across the EMEA region. I specialize in bringing ideas to life through both in-person and virtual experiences, building awareness, and fostering strong connections between people and brands. I have hands-on experience managing logistics, content, and promotion from start to finish and am comfortable using data and feedback to measure success. I am entrepreneurial and adaptable, with experience running small businesses and a strong interest in the startup ecosystem. I partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to plan and execute campaigns that build brand awareness and strengthen employee communities. I am passionate about delivering seamless candidate and stakeholder experiences in talent acquisition, within a global tech scale-up environment.

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I am an engagement and marketing professional with over six years of experience creating events, campaigns, and community programs across the EMEA region. I specialize in bringing ideas to life through both in-person and virtual experiences, building awareness, and fostering strong connections between people and brands. I have hands-on experience managing logistics, content, and promotion from start to finish and am comfortable using data and feedback to measure success.

I am entrepreneurial and adaptable, with experience running small businesses and a strong interest in the startup ecosystem. I partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to plan and execute campaigns that build brand awareness and strengthen employee communities. I am passionate about delivering seamless candidate and stakeholder experiences in talent acquisition, within a global tech scale-up environment.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement Specialist at Pens.com - Dundalk
June 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and delivered global engagement events such as St. Patrick’s Day activities, charity bake sales, themed competitions, summer parties, and recognition programs to drive participation across EMEA and global offices. Partnered with leadership and cross-functional teams to plan and execute onsite and virtual campaigns that built brand awareness and strengthened the employee community. Managed event logistics end-to-end including concept, planning, promotion, vendor and venue coordination, execution, and post-event reporting. Produced social media and internal content to amplify event impact and boost visibility of Pens.com’s employer brand. Supported recruitment for multilingual and international roles by aligning hiring strategies with employer brand and engagement initiatives.
Talent Acquisition Specialist for An Garda Síochána at Staffline Ireland
June 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Coordinated recruitment campaigns including candidate materials, events, and assessment logistics. Partnered with clients to design recruitment processes and deliver a seamless candidate experience.
Business and Marketing Manager at SDC Clinica and Custom House Newry
March 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Managed the clinic's marketing strategy and campaigns, including social media, Google Ads, SEO, and website management. Planned and executed community workshops and professional networking events, handling logistics, promotion, and audience acquisition. Created and distributed marketing materials ensuring consistent branding and messaging across digital and physical channels. Delivered targeted email marketing campaigns (Mailchimp) to drive engagement and retention.
Talent Coordinator at Coinbase - Dublin, County Dublin
July 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Supported a high-growth tech scale-up environment, coordinating over 125 interviews weekly across global teams. Delivered smooth candidate and stakeholder experiences by managing logistics, scheduling, and communications.
Global Talent Acquisition & Marketing Partner at Pens.com - Dundalk
April 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Represented Pens.com at recruitment and brand events across Europe, driving talent pipeline and employer brand awareness. Ran paid advertising and social media campaigns (Facebook, LinkedIn) to attract candidates and promote brand visibility. Built recognition and community programs supporting retention and engagement of international teams.

Education

BA Business and Public Relations (2:1) at Liverpool John Moores University-Liverpool
September 2, 2010 - July 10, 2013
Marketing (Level 7, Digital Marketing & Digital Media Management) at DKIT-Dundalk, County Louth
January 4, 2019 - December 13, 2019
Social Media Marketing (Social Media Geniuses Certified) at Geniuses Certified-United Kingdom
August 3, 2022 - January 10, 2026
Marketing (Level 7, Digital Marketing & Digital Media Management) at DKIT - Dundalk, County Louth
January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
BA Business and Public Relations (2:1) at Liverpool John Moores University - Liverpool
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013

Qualifications

Social Media Marketing (Social Media Geniuses Certified)
August 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail, Non-Profit Organization