Principal External Engagement & Economic Development

Amazon Data Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal, External Engagement to own the external engagement strategy for the assigned US region.

You will build relationships with civic leaders, business organizations, and local government officials to advance Amazon's community partnership goals, translating policy topics into clear messaging and shaping regional community engagement programs. In this role you will design strategic engagement plans, coordinate with Public Policy, Communications,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development).
• 10+ years of relevant experience in public relations, public policy, economic development, external engagement, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: J.D. or Master's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the external engagement strategy for the assigned region, setting priorities, allocating resources, and owning outcomes that advance Amazon's community partnership goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, civic leaders, business organizations, and local opinion leaders, serving as a trusted advocate for Amazon.
• Collaborate across Public Policy, Communications, Economic Development, and Infrastructure teams to align engagement efforts with broader organizational strategies.
• Design community events and partnership initiatives that bring together external stakeholders and Amazon representatives, creating scalable engagement frameworks.
• Author strategic engagement plans, regional assessments, and leadership briefing materials, translating complex policy topics into clear messaging.

Skills

Relationship building

Public policy

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline

J.D. or Master's degree

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal, External Engagement to own the external engagement strategy for the assigned US region.

You will build relationships with civic leaders, business organizations, and local government officials to advance Amazon's community partnership goals, translating policy topics into clear messaging and shaping regional community engagement programs. In this role you will design strategic engagement plans, coordinate with Public Policy, Communications,