Sr. Manager, Corporate Affairs (Central)

Digital Realty•Dallas, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the regional Corporate Affairs lead, you'll serve as the primary communications partner for Digital Realty's Central markets. Working closely with Government Affairs, business leaders, media, and community stakeholders, you'll help shape our public narrative, support strategic initiatives, manage reputational risks, and ensure consistent messaging across the region. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys combining media relations, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement to drive business impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field
5+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or corporate affairs
Strong writing, storytelling, and content creation skills
Experience building relationships with media, government affairs teams, and senior stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills
Occasional travel throughout the Central U.S. region and other company locations as needed

Nice To Haves

Prefer a background in technology, infrastructure, real estate, or data center industries
Prefer experience supporting government affairs, public policy, or regulatory initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead corporate affairs and media relations activities across the Central U.S. region
Partner with Government Affairs to align communications with policy and regulatory priorities
Develop media strategies, pitch stories, and manage press inquiries
Create engaging content for press releases, executive messaging, social media, web, and internal communications
Support events, community engagement programs, executive visits, and milestone announcements
Monitor media coverage and identify emerging reputational risks and opportunities
Develop thought leadership opportunities for regional leaders
Track and report on media performance and communications impact