Public Affairs Strategist — Infrastructure & Policy

Google; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Strategic Negotiator within Public Affairs to drive, negotiate, and implement complex, cross-functional deals supporting the company’s infrastructure growth across multiple markets. You will partner with policy teams, vendors, and project leaders to deliver cost-effective solutions and tangible local benefits.

The role involves high-level stakeholder engagement, travel up to 40%, and leadership in campaigns that align with Google's priorities and societal impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Extensive experience negotiating and structuring agreements or leading business development.
• Experience working with public policy teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with technical infrastructure developments and executing cross-functional projects.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to secure a positive operating environment for Google's facilities.
• Develop, lead, and execute multi-state public affairs strategies and campaigns.
• Serve as ambassador for Google’s priorities and advocate for economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive data center market development projects from concept to completion.
• Translate corporate and technical initiatives into tangible local benefits that align with community priorities.

Skills

Negotiation

Public policy liaison

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Google is seeking a Strategic Negotiator within Public Affairs to drive, negotiate, and implement complex, cross-functional deals supporting the company’s infrastructure growth across multiple markets. You will partner with policy teams, vendors, and project leaders to deliver cost-effective solutions and tangible local benefits.

The role involves high-level stakeholder engagement, travel up to 40%, and leadership in campaigns that align with Google's priorities and societal impact.