Sr. Manager, Corporate Affairs (West)

About the role

The Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs (West Region) leads corporate affairs and media relations activities across the Western U.S. region, partnering with Government Affairs to align communications with policy and regulatory priorities. The role involves developing media strategies, creating content, managing events, and ensuring consistent messaging.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate affairs and media relations activities across the Western U.S. region
• Partner with Government Affairs to align communications with policy and regulatory priorities
• Develop media strategies, pitch stories, and manage press inquiries
• Create engaging content for press releases, executive messaging, social media, web, and internal communications
• Support events, community engagement programs, executive visits, and milestone announcements
• Monitor media coverage and identify emerging reputational risks and opportunities
• Develop thought leadership opportunities for regional leaders
• Track and report on media performance and communications impact

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or corporate affairs
• Strong writing, storytelling, and content creation skills
• Experience building relationships with media, government affairs teams, and senior stakeholders
• Strong judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Occasional travel throughout the Western U.S. region and other company locations as needed

Qualifications

• Prefer a background in technology, infrastructure, real estate, or data center industries
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Health and safety is a top priority at Digital Realty. We offer comprehensive health and safety measures to ensure the well-being of our employees and partners. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Disability benefits
• Wellness and education benefits
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off and holidays

Pay

$130,000 to $170,000 per year

Schedule

Full-time position