Public Affairs Manager, Regional Data Centers

Google•Atlanta, GA

9d•$150,000 - $217,000

About The Position

Google's Strategic Negotiation team secures infrastructure needed for the company's future, including physical data center space, by negotiating deals, managing vendor and partner relationships, and presenting recommendations to technology leadership. The Public Affairs team builds Google's reputation and presence among key decision-makers and in the markets where it operates. As Public Affairs Manager, you will advise on data center initiatives to align them with local and state priorities and identify partnership opportunities with local institutions. You will lead public affairs work that communicates Google's commitment and long-term investment. The role is part of the AI and Infrastructure team, which delivers AI and infrastructure at scale for Google customers, employees, and users worldwide. The listed U.S. compensation is $150,000–$217,000, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits. Individual pay depends on job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and executing strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.
Experience executing cross-functional projects.
Experience working in Public Affairs, public policy, or infrastructure development in South Carolina and Alabama.
Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement, and operate independently in a fast-moving environment.
Excellent political and communication skills, with the ability to communicate publicly on behalf of the company.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain critical relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to support a positive, sustainable, and collaborative operating environment for Google's facilities.
Develop, lead, and execute complex, multi-state public affairs strategies and campaigns to safeguard the data center life cycle across existing and future markets.
Represent and advocate for Google's priorities, communicating its economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions to position its presence as a local partner in growth and innovation.
Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to advance data center market development projects from concept to completion.
Translate corporate and technical initiatives into visible local benefits aligned with community priorities.