External Communications Officer
Location: Pau, France
Assignment Type: Residential
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract (with potential extension)
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday (occasional remote working permitted)
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and digitally savvy External Communications Officer to support communication activities for a high-impact software suite used globally within the energy sector. This is a unique opportunity to be embedded within a technical innovation department focused on reliability and operational safety systems.
The role will focus on promoting and optimising internal and external communication assets and campaigns for a widely used reliability analysis software, helping to elevate the platform's visibility and user experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and update the public-facing website to promote a technical product and its services
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Write and publish bilingual (French/English) content, ensuring SEO best practices
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Maintain user databases and assist in monitoring service feedback and user satisfaction
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Refresh and align digital and print media (videos, guides, presentations, promotional items) with brand identity
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Support the planning and logistics of both internal and external promotional events
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Coordinate communication campaigns across various platforms (newsletters, internal channels, social media, email)
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Create compelling written content and translate materials between French and English
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Assist in the visual and functional layout of communications using design tools
Skills and Tools Required:
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Strong experience writing clear, engaging press or marketing content
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Proficiency in digital design and communication tools: Canva, Figma, Mailjet, Drupal
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Knowledge of SEO, web publishing, and layout best practices
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Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously
Languages:
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Full professional fluency in French and English is essential
Who Should Apply:
This position is ideal for a creative communications specialist who thrives in a technical environment and is comfortable balancing creative output with technical content. Candidates with experience in digital strategy, technical software communications, or product marketing will be particularly well-suited.