Marketing Communications Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at Abb. Madrid · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Build communications plans for the two divisions in Spain, tying brand visibility to business growth and measurable outcomes
- Use advertising, digital and social campaigns to attract leads, with web channels guiding the customer journey
- Create channel-specific content and maintain relationships with trade media, customers and industry associations
- Run events and exhibitions from campaign promotion and brand experience through lead follow-up
- Develop and localize sales tools, digital content and promotional materials within brand guidelines
What you bring
- A degree in marketing, communications, digital marketing or a similar subject
- At least five years working in B2B marketing communications
- You bring event-management and media-relations experience, plus knowledge of digital communications, CRM and marketing automation
- You write and speak Spanish at native level and are fluent in English
- You have permission to work in Spain and hold a Spanish driving licence
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can combine hands-on campaign delivery with coordination across teams and stakeholders. It is based in Madrid with a hybrid work model, and requires Spanish work authorization and a Spanish driving licence. Automation-industry experience is an advantage.
From the employer
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Hub Marketing & Communications Manager Energy Industries Central & Southern Europe__
Your Role and Responsibilities
As Marketing Communications Specialist for the Energy Industries and Measurement and Analytics Divisions, part of the ABB Automation Business Area, you'll play a key role in shaping and executing impactful B2B marketing communications programs that support business growth and strengthen ABB's market presence.
Working closely with global, regional, and local stakeholders, you will develop and deploy innovative marketing and communication initiatives across a variety of channels, ensuring alignment with communication strategies, standards, and brand guidelines.
In this role, you will create and execute integrated marketing campaigns, generate leads through digital marketing, advertising, sponsorships, events, and promotional activities, and leverage web and social channels as the hub of the customer journey. You will have the opportunity to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution while contributing directly to business success in Spain.
This role is contributing to the Energy Industries and Measurement and Analytics Divisions in Spain.
The work model for the role is: #Li-hybrid
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Designing and executing integrated marketing communication plans that strengthen brand visibility, supporting business growth, and delivering measurable results.
- Driving lead generation through engaging advertising, digital and social media campaigns, leveraging web channels as the center of a connected customer journey.
- Building and nurturing strong relationships with trade media, customers, and industry associations while creating compelling content across multiple communication channels.
- Leading the planning and execution of events and exhibitions, from brand experience and campaign promotion to lead generation and follow-up, ensuring maximum business impact.
- Bringing creative ideas to life by developing innovative communication concepts that align with ABB's global brand guidelines and business messaging, while collaborating with internal and external partners.
- Creating and localize impactful marketing assets, including sales tools, digital content, and promotional materials that empower customer-facing teams and strengthen market presence.
- Supporting internal communication initiatives that foster employee engagement, strengthening company culture, and bringing people together around shared goals.
- Collaborating with a dynamic global communication community, sharing best practices, embracing innovation, and contributing to a culture built on ABB's values of safety, integrity, and accountability.
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
You will join an international, talented and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.
Qualifications for the Role
- Degree in marketing & communications, digital marketing or similar studies
- At least 5 years of experience in B2B marketing communications. Experience in the automation industry is a strong advantage.
- Proven expertise in event management and media relations.
- Solid understanding of digital marketing communications, CRM systems, and marketing automation tools. Experience with Salesforce (SFDC) and Pardot is a plus.
- Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and/or InDesign is considered an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills with experience tracking communication metrics, measuring performance, and managing KPIs.
- Proactive, open-minded, and comfortable taking ownership while embracing new challenges and opportunities.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a matrix and remote-working environment.
- Native-level Spanish (written and spoken) and fluency in English (written and spoken) are required.
- Valid visa and/or work permit to work in Spain as well as Spanish driving license.
What’s in it for you?
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
Benefits
From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.
- 🍽️ Lunch Allowance / Cantine: Enjoy subsidized meals or canteen access depending on your location.
- 🏡 Home Office Flexibility: Work from wherever suits you best thanks to our flexible remote work options.
- 📱 Company Mobile Phone: Stay connected with a corporate phone – no need to mix work and personal calls.
- 💻 Benefits Platform: Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts on everything from tech to travel through our employee benefits portal.
- 📈 Employee Share Acquisition Plan: Want to invest in your future? Join our share acquisition plan and grow with the company.
- 🎓 Learning & Training: Take advantage of a wide range of learning opportunities grow, upskill, and move forward in your career.
- 🚀 Career Development: Expect plenty of chances to advance your career internally with our Open Job Market, with support to explore new roles and take on exciting challenges!
- 🕓 Flexible Work Practices: We get that life happens – we support a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- 💚 Wellbeing Program: From mental health support to wellness activities, we’ve got your back—mind and body.
More about us
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com
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