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Amazon · 2 months ago

Communications Principal, Policy Communications and External Affairs

positionArlington, Virginia, USA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
money$136K/yr - $224K/yr
date10+ years exp

Amazon is a leading technology company, and they are seeking an experienced communications leader to lead media relations and communications campaigns that support policy and business objectives across the U.S. This role involves strategic storytelling, media engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to address communications challenges in the evolving technology landscape.

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Responsibilities

Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of communications programs
Manage reputational issues with internal stakeholders and members of the media
Develop and strengthen relationships with technology, policy, and business journalists
Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns
Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism

Qualification

Media relationsStrategic communicationsCrisis communicationsPublic relations experienceTechnology policy understandingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsWriting skillsVerbal communication skillsCollaborative environment

Required

10+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
Bachelor's degree
Experience executing highly successful, creative campaigns and events
Proven experience managing media relationships and a network of media and technology association contacts

Preferred

An entrepreneurial spirit, including ability to work independently and autonomously
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to communicate complex topics effectively
Expert understanding of technology and public policy trends
Top-notch writing and verbal communications skills
Thrives in a collaborative environment with a hands-on work ethic
Experience pitching proactive stories to technology, policy, and business publications

Benefits

Equity
Sign-on payments
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

Amazon

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Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Seattle, Washington, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://amazon.com

H1B Sponsorship

Amazon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.11B
Key Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO

Leadership Team

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Douglas J. Herrington
CEO, Worldwide Amazon Stores
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Werner Vogels
VP & CTO
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