Public Affairs Manager, Strategic Programs

Public Affairs Manager, Strategic Programs Google – Applicant may select preferred location: Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Reston, VA. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. Six years of experience negotiating and structuring agreements or leading business development. Preferred Qualifications Experience working alongside public policy teams and with various sets of cross‑functional stakeholders. Experience executing cross‑functional projects and scaling complex technical infrastructure developments from concept to completion. Ability to operate independently with an entrepreneurial mindset, driving initiatives forward and identifying areas for improvement in a fast‑paced environment. Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time. Representing the company externally in public forums, industry events, and other engagements. Excellent attention to detail paired with sharp political acumen and communication skills to navigate complex local landscapes. Responsibilities Collaborate closely with regional public‑affairs leads to design, standardize, and execute impactful, localized public‑affairs programming across all markets. Manage complex public‑affairs campaigns across multiple states, ensuring a cohesive and impactful strategy. Turn local successes into scalable, repeatable toolkits for infrastructure markets, including economic‑impact forums, community open houses, and regional roadshows – translating complex initiatives into tangible local benefits and positioning Google’s presence for growth and innovation. Collaborate with a broad set of internal teams and external partners to bring projects from concept to completion, upholding the highest organizational standards. Act as a key advocate for Google’s priorities as they relate to data‑center market development; position and expand Google’s presence, influence, and executive visibility at key national and regional events. Advise on and shape data‑center initiatives to align with local and state priorities, identifying and maximizing partnership opportunities with local institutions to effectively communicate Google’s commitment and long‑term investment. Negotiate deals, manage vendor and partner relationships, and present deal recommendations to technology leadership, contributing to cost‑effective solutions that support Google’s infrastructure growth. EEO Statement Google is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the users we serve and to providing an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applicants regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. For more information, please see Google’s EEO policy and related resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google Inc.