Regional Data Center Public Affairs Lead

Google LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Public Affairs Manager for Regional Data Centers to shape and deliver public policy strategies that support our data center expansion. You will build relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders to advance our local priorities and ensure a collaborative operating environment.

You will lead cross-functional projects, coordinate with internal teams, and translate corporate initiatives into local benefits while traveling up

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience negotiating and structuring agreements or managing business development.
• Experience working with public policy teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with technical infrastructure developments.
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to secure a positive, sustainable, and collaborative operating environment for our facilities.
• Develop, lead, and execute complex, multi-state public affairs strategies and campaigns that proactively safeguard the data center life cycle across both existing and future markets.
• Serve as a key ambassador and advocate for Google’s priorities, amplifying our economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions to position our presence as a local team for growth and innovation.
• Partner closely with a broad range of internal teams and external stakeholders to drive data center market development projects seamlessly from concept to completion.
• Translate corporate and technical initiatives into tangible, highly visible local benefits that align with and support community priorities.

Skills

Negotiation

Public policy

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Google LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Public Affairs Manager for Regional Data Centers to shape and deliver public policy strategies that support our data center expansion. You will build relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders to advance our local priorities and ensure a collaborative operating environment.

You will lead cross-functional projects, coordinate with internal teams, and translate corporate initiatives into local benefits while traveling up