Communications Manager, Technical Infrastructure, EMEA

Google; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC seeks a Communications Manager for the AI2 Infrastructure team in Europe, Middle East and Africa to shape external messaging for Google's infrastructure, and manage media relationships and campaigns across markets.

You will collaborate with journalists, influencers and partners, and lead multiple projects with tight deadlines, while explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in public relations and media relations with technology or infrastructure.
• Experience working on cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive the global external communications strategy for Google's infrastructure in key markets in the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, including data centers and subsea cables.
• Develop, write, and edit compelling communications materials, including statements, story pitches, and announcements.
• Act as a trusted advisor and 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.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Communications Manager, Technical Infrastructure, EMEA

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 7 years of experience in public relations and media relations with technology or infrastructure.
• Experience working on cross-functional projects.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in the cloud computing or enterprise technology space.
  
• Ability to think strategically and develop creative comms strategies that drive results.
  

Ability to develop and maintain media relationships across business and technology press.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and build relationships with key stakeholders.

About the job

Google's technical infrastructure is a global network of data centers and fiber-optic cables. Our team promotes and defends Google's technical infrastructure story. As part of the AI and Infrastructure (AI2) Comms 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 and values, and our approach to the big public policy issues of the day. To succeed here, you'll need to combine creativity with organizational skills and manage numerous projects to tight deadlines simultaneously, as well as enjoy pitching to journalists, bloggers and commentators. Things happen quickly at Google, and you’ll need to be an enthusiastic team player, who can work cross-functionally, and someone who isn't afraid to take risks or try new things.

As a key member of the AI2 Communications team, you will work cross-functionally to help shape our communications strategy for Google's infrastructure in Europe. You will educate the market on the economic, social and technological benefits of the physical infrastructure powering Google's products and services around the world, driving stories at the local, regional and global levels. Additionally, 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.

Responsibilities

• Drive the global external communications strategy for Google's infrastructure in key markets in the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, including data centers and subsea cables.
  
• Develop, write, and edit compelling communications materials, including statements, story pitches, and announcements.
  
• Act as a trusted advisor and 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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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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