Lead External Affairs

Job Description

Job Description: AT&T empowers leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.

Overall

Purpose:

Responsible for advancing the organization’s public policy and community engagement objectives through strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management with key external partners.

Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, and third‑party coalitions.
• Serve as the company’s representative on local boards, commissions, and civic groups.
• Act as a visible, trusted corporate presence within assigned regional communities.

Event & Community Relations Management

• Plan, coordinate, and execute community events that strengthen partnerships between the company, elected officials, and local stakeholders.
• Promote company initiatives, address constituent concerns, and cultivate positive community perception.

Legislative & Government Affairs Support

• Promote the company’s public policy and business priorities during public hearings, forums, and State/Municipal/Regional Government meetings.
• Collaborate with State Legislative Affairs teams to support industry‑friendly policy outcomes.
• Meet with legislators and staff to discuss pending issues and provide updates on company initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support Political Action Committee (PAC) activities and solicitations.
• Facilitate internal collaboration across business units, including fiber/wireless deployment, government contracting, and emergency response coordination.
• Manage corporate sponsor ships, memberships, and AT&T Foundation grants within the region.
• Assist corporate communications and public affairs teams with media messaging and stakeholder engagement during sensitive or high‑visibility matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Detailed Responsibilities Overview

• Lead municipal government relations strategy and execution.
• Serve as the company’s primary community representative within assigned regions/markets.
• Manage regional sponsor ships, memberships, and grant resources.
• Represent the company on community, nonprofit, and civic boards and committees.
• Function as a trusted community partner and thought leader among civic, political, social, and economic organizations.
• Organize regional events that connect communities, public officials, and internal business priorities.
• Act as a liaison between business units, first responders, and public officials during emergencies.
• Collaborate with legislative district offices to manage constituent concerns and service escalations.
• Advocate for company interests during public hearings, meetings, and government proceedings.
• Support PAC related activities and stakeholder outreach.
• Serve as a liaison between communities and the AT&T Foundation.
• Assist communications teams in managing messaging and stakeholder relations on sensitive issues.

Job Contribution

A seasoned professional recognized for expertise in stakeholder engagement, strategic communication, and public policy. Demonstrates independent judgment in resolving complex issues, leads major initiatives with strategic autonomy, influences executive‑level decisions, and mentors less experienced staff. Regularly collaborates with senior leadership and drives long‑term plans impacting the organization.

Supervisor: No

Education/

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.
Must reside within Orlando/ Central Florida area. No relocation offered.

Our Lead External Affairs earns between $116,700 - $175,100 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation…