US Policy Communications and External Affairs Manager, Amazon Policy Communications and External Affairs
Arlington, TX - USA
Job Summary
The ideal candidate has strong media relations and strategic communications experience excels at translating complex technology concepts into clear compelling narratives and brings a background in supporting public policy initiatives. They will have a proven track record of working effectively across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
This role requires a passion for technology and its role in transforming industries and communities. The candidate should have experience executing integrated public affairs campaigns across earned paid and social media channels. A successful candidate will demonstrate excellent writing and storytelling skills sound judgment under pressure and an ability to engage both policy and business audiences.
This position is based in the Arlington VA and will require periodic travel.
Key job responsibilities
Work closely with Amazons Public Policy and Economic Development teams to drive awareness of Amazons state and local advocacy objectives and positive impact on customers industries and the communities where we operate
Develop communications plans written content and other communications assets in support of Amazons policy objectives
Support a broad range of external communications programs and events aligned with Amazons policy objectives
Establish and foster state local and regional media relationships by serving as a trusted source and educator about Amazon
Provide communications counsel to business leaders
Work cross-functionally to plan and execute Communications campaigns
- 7 years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelors degree
- Experience in professional communications or public relations
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at VA Arlington - 126700.00 - 171400.00 USD annually
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