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Communications Sr. Manager, Infrastructure, AWS Comms

Arlington, United States

DESCRIPTION

Since 2006, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has changed the way that organizations acquire and use technology by providing a highly-scalable, cost-effective, and flexible technology solutions in the cloud. AWS is growing rapidly around the world with millions of active customers using the platform every month ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations.

AWS is the leading provider of cloud computing services, providing IT infrastructure offerings ranging from on-demand compute capacity to storage, content delivery, and database services, to machine learning, Internet of Things, serverless technologies, and more. The AWS Communications team is at the forefront of shaping communications around the most advanced technologies on the planet and helping customers and AWS Partner Network (APN) Partners maximize the benefits of cloud computing.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) seeks a creative, self-motivated, high-judgment, well-connected and experienced public relations professional to drive communications programs for its growing services portfolio. The Sr. Communications Manager is passionate about the opportunities made possible through tech, possesses extensive media relations experience, is an expert at translating technology concepts into broadly digestible stories, has experience with reputational management, and can exercise high-judgment while acting quickly. This role will focus on telling the story of what makes AWS physical infrastructure and technology hardware distinctive, and support new infrastructure launches.

The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology, understanding how it is shaping and redefining the world we live in and engaging top tier business, and technology media. They are motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. In this role, the candidate will have the ability to work alongside a variety of internal teams and also support AWS customers. The candidate must have excellent writing skills, have experience driving proactive campaigns and have a track record of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations. The candidate must be comfortable working sensitive issues and communicating about issues that can impact AWS’s reputation.

Key job responsibilities

Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of a business-critical communications programs
Manage reputational issues with internal stakeholders and members of the media
Protect sensitive competitive, technical, and business confidential information
Develop and strengthen relationships with technology and business journalists, as well as stakeholders in the communities where we operate
Regularly interact with senior leadership to influence strategy in relation to operations, service offerings, announcements, and messaging
Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns
Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
Experience executing highly successful, creative campaigns and events
Experience leading high-performing teams
Bachelor’s degree in related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

An entrepreneurial spirit, including ability to work independently and autonomously
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and organizational skills
Ability to communicate complex topics effectively
Experience working with, and understanding of infrastructure, energy, and public policy trends
Analytical, data-driven, evidence-based - but creative and adaptive in developing solutions
Passionate about excellence in writing and verbal communications
Thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done
Strong judgement, a knack for diplomacy, and the confidence to engage and build consensus with functional leaders at all levels
Experience pitching proactive stories to technology and business publications
Current experience managing media relationships and a network of media contacts

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $149,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $246,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.