Contract Advisor

CopyClear Advisors – 2027

Bring your advertising experience and judgement to a role supporting responsible marketing in Ireland.

Alternatives is partnering with Central Copy Clearance Ireland trading as CopyClear (CopyClear), to engage four independent Advisors. This is an opportunity for experienced advertising and marketing professionals to apply their industry knowledge in an independent, collaborative environment.

CopyClear reviews advertising and marketing communications for alcohol brands in Ireland, assisting advertisers and agencies in ensuring its work complies with the Advertising Standards Authority Code (Code). Its Advisors combine practical industry experience with sound judgement, providing clear, constructive guidance throughout the creative process.

The role

As a CopyClear Independent Advisor, you will assess advertising submissions across digital, social, broadcast, print and other channels. Working alongside fellow Advisors, you will interpret and apply the Code consistently, explain decisions clearly and assist agencies and brand teams address potential issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing creative work and assessing its compliance with the Code.
• Providing practical guidance to advertisers and agencies, including during campaign development.
• Exercising independent, balanced judgement on complex or sensitive submissions.
• Contributing to panel discussions and a consistent approach to decision-making.
• Maintaining confidentiality, impartiality and professional standards.

About you

You must bring substantial experience in advertising, marketing or communications, gained within an agency, brand-owner or related environment. Your background could include creative leadership, copywriting, account management, brand marketing or advertising standards. Proven experience in driving digital innovation and improving processes is essential.

We are particularly interested in professionals who offer:

• Experience of alcohol brand marketing and an understanding of the sensitivities involved.
• Strong knowledge of advertising across traditional and digital channels.
• An understanding of advertising across digital channels, including social media and websites along with the ability to keep pace with evolving trends and practices.
• The ability to interpret detailed guidelines and apply them to creative work.
• Confidence in explaining decisions clearly, constructively and diplomatically.
• A collaborative approach without comprising the Advisor’s independence to offer and defend its considered view.
• An innovative thinker with a proven ability to challenge established practices and improve processes.

Working arrangements

These appointments are on a self-employed independent contractor basis.

To express your interest or arrange a confidential conversation, contact Eimear Walsh at Alternatives , sharing your CV and a brief outline of your relevant experience or click apply below.