External Communications Specialist, Energy and Infrastructure Campaigns

About the role

As a member of the Google Cloud Communications team, you will collaborate with other cross-functional teams to communicate with journalists and thought leaders, develop specific communications materials and devise thought leadership campaigns. You'll understand the power of Google’s Cloud products and tell the story of how we help our customers innovate.

Responsibilities

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• Help drive the external communications campaign in support of Google’s data centers and infrastructure across the United States.
• Develop, write, and edit compelling communications materials, including announcements, key messaging, and more.
• Be a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to key business partners.
• Cultivate local, state, and national media relationships to drive awareness about how Google works with communities to build data centers the right way.
• Think creatively, take smart risks, and address tough issues.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience in communications, public relations, or public affairs.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working on large events and projects that require cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience working in various areas of public policy and the energy industry or ability to quickly learn complicated and nuanced spaces.
• Ability to develop and maintain media relationships across business and technology press.
• Ability to use and adopt AI tools in the work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance.
• Retail Benefits: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment.
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance.
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks.
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks.
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year.

Pay

$116,000 - $166,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the team.