Principal, Communications, PXT Sr Talent &Transformation

Global Executive Development (GED) is seeking a strategic Principal Communications to shape and execute communications that support the development of Amazons most senior leaders across all business units. From crafting compelling program narratives and executive-facing content to building scalable communications strategies for flagship development programs you will be a critical partner in bringing GEDs mission to life. The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller with a bias for action has strong writing instincts and demonstrates the ability to translate complex leadership development concepts into clear engaging messages for senior audiences.

Key job responsibilities
Develop and execute integrated communications strategies that support GEDs flagship offerings ensuring consistent messaging across all touchpoints and audiences
Create compelling executive-ready content including program narratives leadership communications talking points and speeches for senior stakeholders
Build and manage editorial calendars and multi-channel content plans that align with program milestones registration cycles and organizational priorities
Partner closely with program managers HRBPs and business unit stakeholders to translate complex leadership development concepts into clear engaging communications for senior leader audiences
Own communications for new program launches and strategic initiatives including developing positioning stakeholder messaging and change communications as GED evolves its portfolio
Establish scalable communications frameworks templates and standards that enable consistent quality across GEDs growing suite of programs and career-stage pathways
Monitor and assess the effectiveness of communications efforts using feedback and engagement data to continuously improve content strategy and delivery
Support the development of thought leadership content that reinforces Amazons Leadership Principles and Day 1 culture contributing to GEDs role as a center of excellence for executive development


About the team
The SLX organization enables senior leaders to build and run exceptional businesses in an era of unprecedented scale complexity and rapid change by aligning business strategy with talent strategy through three core pillars: executive development organizational planning and effectiveness and executive talent management amplified by analytics and science capabilities and dedicated go-to-market expertise. GED designs and delivers leadership experiences that onboard assess and develop Amazons senior leaders throughout their entire leadership journey. Executive talent management defines and executes the talent philosophy for the executive lifecycle including cyclical deliverables such as facilitating VP promotions and preparing for Board succession planning.


- Bachelors degree or equivalent in Human Resources Management Business Administration or a related field
- Experience effectively communicating complex concepts through written and verbal communication
- Experience influencing C-level executives
- 10 years of professional communications public relations or public affairs experience

- Masters degree in communications or equivalent
- Masters degree in Business Administration or a related field
- Experience working and communicating with multiple stakeholders C-level executives and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to develop communications strategies for senior executive audiences with a track record of translating complex nuanced topics into clear and compelling narratives
- Background working in or alongside HR talent or leadership development functions with an understanding of how communications supports organizational and people strategy

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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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 CA San Francisco - 164700.00 - 222800.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 149800.00 - 202600.00 USD annually