Communications Manager, Infrastructure and Energy

Communications Manager, Infrastructure and Energy

Google San Francisco, CA, USA;
New York, NY, USA; +2 more

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Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement 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 (statutory, where applicable); 5 days/event (discretionary)
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Note:

By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
San Francisco, CA, USA;
New York, NY, USA;
Seattle, WA, USA;
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications.

• Experience working on large events and projects that need cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to think strategically and develop creative comms strategies that drive results.
• Ability to quickly learn about various areas of public policy, energy, and sustainability, including effective team player who can meet project deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Track record of well-developed and maintained media relationships across business and technology press.

Google’s technical infrastructure — its global network of data centers and fiber‑optic cables — is the essential foundation powering all our products and AI capabilities across Alphabet. Our team promotes and defends Google’s technical infrastructure story, which includes the community and energy programs that make our infrastructure possible. As part of the Google Cloud Communications team in Global Communications and Public Affairs (GCPA), it’s our job to help inform and educate customers, partners, opinion leaders — and our own employees — about the benefits of our products, our company culture & values, and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day.

As a key member of the Google Cloud Communications team, you will work cross‑functionally to shape our communications strategy for the energy, water, and efficiency programs that make Google’s global infrastructure and AI innovation possible. You’ll maintain strong relationships with journalists and influencers, develop written materials and campaigns, create new programs and counter misinformation that interferes with our business and ability to serve our customers and users.

A major part of the role is collaborating with executives across the organization, bringing a deep understanding of the technologies and policies impacting the industry today. The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $134,000‑$196,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.

• Drive communications for Google’s data center energy, water, and resource efficiency programs by driving strategy and managing complex PR coordination with industry partners and teams across Google.
• Develop, write, and edit compelling communications materials, including statements, story pitches, and announcements.
• Be a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to key business partners.
• Cultivate media and partner relationships to drive awareness, excitement, and factual reporting about Google’s global infrastructure.
• Manage crisis communications scenarios. Think creatively, take smart risks, and address tough issues as they arise.

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