Marketing & Communication Specialist - Maternity Cover

The position refers to a Marketing & Communication Specialist supporting marketing and communication activities for evaporation systems within Veolia Water Technologies. The role involves the operational management and coordination of internal and external communication activities, business marketing support, content creation, updating corporate materials, supporting the sales team, organizing events and trade fairs, and collaborating on a daily basis with both Italian and international colleagues. The position operates within a technical-industrial B2B environment and therefore requires the ability to turn technical information into clear, structured content that is consistent with the company’s brand and communication guidelines. Main activities and responsibilities Management of marketing and communication activities for the business Support for marketing and communication activities related to EVALED / Evaporation Systems, with the aim of promoting products, technologies, applications and key business messages in line with the company strategy and Veolia brand guidelines. Management of commercial and technical-commercial communication Creation, review and update of materials supporting the sales team, such as case studies, win announcements, presentations, reference lists, commercial documents, corporate content and sales support materials. This activity requires the ability to summarize, rework and adapt technical language into a clearer and more accessible format. Management of external communication content Development and adaptation of content for LinkedIn and other external communication channels, including copy, visuals, carousels, corporate posts, educational content, product launch communications, campaigns, and content related to trade fairs, events, technologies or case studies. Management of internal communication Preparation of communications addressed to colleagues, informative materials, content for company screens, flyers, notices, internal graphics, institutional materials and communication supports for the site. The objective is to make information clear, immediate and consistent with the company’s tone of voice. Organization and coordination of trade fairs, events and promotional activities Support in the organization of events and trade fairs, including the management of operational activities such as collecting requirements, liaising with suppliers, coordinating materials, supporting pre- and post-event communication, and preparing promotional content, graphics, presentations and booth materials. Coordination with international colleagues and stakeholders Daily collaboration with international colleagues, marketing and communication teams, sales managers, product managers and corporate representatives. The role includes managing emails, calls, meetings, input collection, follow-ups, content reviews and alignment on shared projects. Management of material updates and rebranding activities Review and update of corporate materials according to brand guidelines, including commercial documents, presentations, digital content, graphics and communication supports. This activity requires accuracy, attention to detail and sensitivity to visual and verbal brand consistency. Operational management and project coordination Organization of activities, collection of information, monitoring of deadlines, management of review processes, follow-up with different stakeholders and coordination of projects involving multiple functions and countries. English level B2/C1, both written and spoken, used on a daily basis for emails, calls, meetings, content review and coordination with international colleagues and stakeholders. Tools and digital skilll - Good knowledge of Google Workspace / GSuite, in particular: Google Drive Google Docs Google Sheets Google Slides Gmail Collaborative tools for document sharing and teamwork - Knowledge and use of tools for creating and adapting graphic content, including: Canva Photoshop Knowledge of InDesign is a plus - Use of project management and activity organization tools, such as: or equivalent platforms Tools for managing workflows, editorial calendars, materials and shared activities - Operational knowledge of professional social media channels, particularly LinkedIn and Youtube, for the preparation and management of corporate and B2B content. Hard skills Content creation for internal and external communication Copywriting and text review in Italian and English Adaptation of technical content for marketing and communication purposes Creation and update of commercial and corporate materials Management of LinkedIn content and B2B social media communication Creation of graphics and visual materials using Canva and Photoshop Preparation and review of presentations in Google Slides Document management through Google Drive and Google Workspace Operational coordination of trade fairs, events and promotional activities Management of editorial calendars and workflows Application of brand guidelines and corporate consistency Marketing support for the sales team Coordination with suppliers, colleagues and international stakeholders Soft skills Strong organizational skills Accuracy and attention to detail Autonomy in managing daily activities Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time Good interpersonal and collaboration skills Attitude towards coordination and follow-up Ability to interact with different stakeholders, including international contacts Flexibility and adaptability Communication and visual sensitivity Ability to summarize and rework information Practical and problem-solving-oriented approach Ability to respect deadlines and priorities Attitude to work in structured and corporate environments Ideal profile The position requires a marketing and communication professional with experience in B2B environments, preferably industrial or technical, able to manage both operational and project-based activities independently while collaborating on a daily basis with Italian and international teams. The ideal profile has strong writing skills, visual sensitivity, accuracy, organization, good knowledge of Google Workspace, confidence in using visual content creation tools such as Canva and Photoshop, and a B2/C1 level of English to manage activities, content and professional relationships in an international environment. This is a Maternity Cover Position of 1 year contract. At Veolia, we believe in the power of innovation and collaboration. If you're ready to make your mark in water technology and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Don't hesitate to apply even if you don't meet every requirement – we value knowledge, potential, and passion! Send in your CV as soon as you have the opportunity as selection is ongoing. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Veolia – Driving Ecological Transformation Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating on all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. The company specialises in water, energy and waste management, and develops and implements innovative solutions for decarbonisation, pollution remediation and resource recovery – supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within Water Tech, a dedicated team of experienced professionals works to address the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, water quality, productivity and energy. Together, we strive towards a shared goal: to create a more sustainable future. At Veolia, diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will be part of a network that makes a real difference – for society and for the environment.