Policy Communications Manager, Legal and Government Affairs and Public Policy

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or related fields, with experience in policy and regulatory communications.
• Experience working with social media.

• Experience developing and executing successful communications strategies for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting, coaching, and providing constructive feedback to senior leaders.
• Strong understanding of technology policy.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different internal and external audiences.
• Established relationships with media.

As a member of the Global Communications & Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; devise specific communications materials and campaigns; engage in face-to-face meetings with commentators and other opinion formers; and develop print and web-based material supporting these campaigns. We're looking for great communicators who can understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more.

As a Policy Communications Manager, you will be a key member of the Communications team, responsible for developing and executing strategic internal, external, and executive communication programs.

We help inform and educate users, advertisers, partners, opinion leaders--and our own employees--about the benefits of Google's products, our distinctive company culture/values and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day. You are quick-witted, entrepreneurial and intellectually curious. To succeed in this role, you are willing to try new things and can manage numerous projects with tight deadlines. Things happen quickly at Google, and to do great work, you need to be an enthusiastic team player who can work cross-functionally with partners across PR, Communications, Marketing, Product, and beyond.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $134,000-$196,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams across Government Affairs and Public Policy and Legal to understand business objectives and develop comprehensive internal communication plans to support them.
• Translate complex information into clear, concise, and engaging messages for employee audiences across various locations and functions.
• Develop and manage a variety of internal communication channels and tactics, including email newsletters, intranet content, internal social platforms, town halls, all-hands meetings, leadership communications, and more.
• Manage social media platforms for senior leaders by developing content and measuring success.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality communications materials, including press releases, blog posts, op-eds, talking points, presentations, and social media content.