YouTube Tech Internal and Executive Communications Manager
About The Position
As a member of YouTube’s Global Communications & Public Affairs team, this communications leader works cross-functionally to communicate with journalists and other thought leaders, develop communications materials and campaigns, engage with commentators and opinion formers, and counter misinformation. The role calls for explaining complex issues through clear written and in-person communications, including blog posts, FAQs, and video scripts. The manager leads YouTube’s Internal and Executive Communications team and serves as a strategic partner to executive leaders. The team develops creative, strategic communications for specific product areas and across the company. The role supports leaders in Product, Engineering, UX, and Trust and Safety in communicating company strategy to their teams and the wider Google audience. It also helps align YouTube’s product and engineering organizations through strategic storytelling and high-impact internal events, and provides direct communications support to senior executives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 10 years of relevant media, journalism, government, or communications experience.
- 2 years of experience supporting executive-level communications.
- Experience in people management, supervision, or a team leadership role.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing a high-performing team with a collaborative leadership style.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to remain calm and exercise good judgment in fast-paced, high-stress environments, and to work well across teams and functions.
- Ability to advise executives on internal topics, including sensitive employee issues, organizational change management, and speeches.
- Skill in building strong relationships with and influencing executive leaders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, including the VP of Engineering, VP Product Leads, and other VPs; collaborate across teams and geographies to share information, build communications resources, and provide business-informed advice.
- Lead end-to-end production and content strategy for major tech and leadership forums, All Teams, and key team meetings, including managing significant production budgets and event agencies.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
- Lead proactive and reactive communications plans for sensitive topics, including reorganizations and leadership transitions.
- Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders across the company to develop and align internal and external messaging.
Benefits
- Equity
- Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
