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Operational Marketing Specialist

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 3 days ago

Thales

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Thales doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Portuguese

    The ad asks for Portuguese, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, Business Administration, or a related field.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- More than 3 years of experience in B2B marketing, preferably in technology/cybersecurity.

- Proven experience in: campaign management (digital and events); end-to-end organization of in-person events and webinars; content creation and adaptation (presentations, sales materials, etc.).

- Experience working with international or matrix teams.

- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, Business Administration, or a related field.

- High level of English (minimum B2-C1) is required.

Nice to have

- Knowledge of Portuguese is a plus.

The role

The Operational Marketing Specialist will be responsible for supporting demand generation and the sales pipeline in Iberia through the local planning and execution of marketing initiatives, with a primary focus on organizing events, campaigns, and sales activation.

What you'll do

- Execute marketing campaigns focused on lead generation and direct sales support.

- Adapt global marketing initiatives to the local context (Spain and Portugal).

- Coordinate the preparation of campaign assets (email campaigns, content, schedules, etc.) in alignment with global teams.

- Track leads and support their conversion in collaboration with sales teams.

2. End-to-End Organization of Events and Webinars as the Primary Driver of Demand Generation

- Define formats, topics, and speakers in coordination with sales and partners.

- Manage logistics (platforms, vendors, venues, agendas, invitations).

- Coordinate communication and attendee engagement.

- Manage leads and conduct post-event follow-up.

- Ensure the quality and consistency of the customer experience at all events.

- Serve as the local liaison with the marketing and communications teams for the business line and the Iberia & Turkey region.

- Ensure the proper local implementation of global campaigns and initiatives.

- Participate in international coordination and reporting mechanisms.

- Ensure consistency in messaging and priorities, without taking ownership of their strategic definition.

- Work closely with sales and partnership teams to implement initiatives that drive business opportunities.

- Support the preparation of materials for events, sales meetings, and specific demand-generation activities.

- Contribute to the visibility of offerings and capabilities through concrete marketing actions.

5. Local Implementation of Branding, Content, and Digital Initiatives

- Ensure the correct local implementation of brand guidelines defined by global marketing.

- Coordinate the adaptation and use of existing content (not its creation).

- Support the publication of content and assets on digital channels in coordination with global teams.

- Serve as the local point of contact for web initiatives, digital campaigns, or the intranet.

Hiring process

Online application, recruiter review, one or more interviews with the recruiter and hiring manager, then offer 1 interview

About Thales

Thales is a global technology leader serving the Defense, Aerospace, Ground Transportation, and Security markets. With operations in 68 countries and over 81,000 employees, the group generated revenues of €18.4 billion in 2024. Thales designs and develops electrical and digital systems, including critical mission-critical information systems, for a wide range of applications from defense to civil aviation.

In Spain, Thales has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,000 people. The Spanish operations focus on engineering, cybersecurity, and digital services, offering a multicultural environment where international professionals can develop their careers. Thales is known for its strong commitment to talent development, offering international mobility opportunities and a wide range of technical and business roles, making it an attractive employer for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry
Defense and Electronics
Founded
1893
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Meudon, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Thales offers international mobility programs and a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the working language in its Spanish operations.
  • The company has a strong commitment to talent development, with structured graduate programs and internships (e.g., the 'Young Talent 2026-2027' program) that are open to international candidates.
  • Spain is a key hub for Thales' digital and cybersecurity activities, with the Madrid Delivery Center being a major engineering and innovation center.
  • Thales provides visa and relocation support for international hires, including assistance with work permits and the relocation process.
  • The company's Spanish operations are involved in high-tech sectors such as cybersecurity, digital identity, and aerospace, offering engineers and IT professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.

In their own words

About the company & team

Location: Madrid Emilio Vargas, SpainThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here,

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