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Sr. Communications Manager, AWS Communications
Amazon - Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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Sr. Communications Manager, AWS Communications Job ID: 2910247 | Amazon.com Services LLC
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a high judgment, audience-obsessed, creative, and results-driven communications professional to lead internal communications and executive communications for two organizations within AWS—AWS Solutions and AWS Marketing—and lead a center of excellence for internal comms that provides standards and guidance to other internal comms teams.
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
This role will join the AWS Global Communications team, working closely with multiple teams to increase internal visibility for leaders, lead strategy for and content for town halls and other internal events, and develop employee communications programs. The role works closely across teams, including AWS Employer Brand, AWS HR Communications, Amazon Internal Communications, and AWS PR teams, and is part of Amazon’s Communications and Corporate Responsibility organization. The internal communications function is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies that effectively promote and enhance the internal reputation for AWS. This person works closely with senior leaders to develop key messages, prepare speeches and presentations, build leader profiles through internal events, and communicate priorities. They will be able to dive deep into the needs of technical builders across a variety of roles and locations, and effectively develop communications programs that inform and inspire employees.
Key job responsibilities
Strategic Communications Planning:
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to support AWS’s objectives and priorities. Collaborate with select senior stakeholders to define key messages and ensure consistent communication across various channels. Thought Leadership and Messaging:
Craft clear and impactful messaging that resonates with internal audiences. Develop talking points, presentations, and other communication materials for executives that align with the organization’s vision and goals. Collaborate with executives to ensure their voice and message is effectively conveyed, and develop clear and concise briefing materials. Employee Communications Programming:
Develop strategy for and execute ongoing program for employee communications, working across stakeholder groups, digging into data and analytics to understand what resonates, mining for best stories, developing and executing a publishing calendar. Develop crisis plans and work with teams to execute in a fast-moving environment. Cross-BU Internal Communications Leader:
Serve as the central leader and dotted line point of contact for internal comms teams working on other business units. This role provides overall guidance for and sets standards for major change management initiatives, large global meetings and internal events, org-wide exec communications, etc. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience Bachelor's degree Portfolio of work demonstrating the ability to tell complex stories in relatable terms PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Change management experience Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit here for more information. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $135,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $224,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit here. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
This role will join the AWS Global Communications team, working closely with multiple teams to increase internal visibility for leaders, lead strategy for and content for town halls and other internal events, and develop employee communications programs. The role works closely across teams, including AWS Employer Brand, AWS HR Communications, Amazon Internal Communications, and AWS PR teams, and is part of Amazon’s Communications and Corporate Responsibility organization. The internal communications function is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies that effectively promote and enhance the internal reputation for AWS. This person works closely with senior leaders to develop key messages, prepare speeches and presentations, build leader profiles through internal events, and communicate priorities. They will be able to dive deep into the needs of technical builders across a variety of roles and locations, and effectively develop communications programs that inform and inspire employees.
Key job responsibilities
Strategic Communications Planning:
Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies to support AWS’s objectives and priorities. Collaborate with select senior stakeholders to define key messages and ensure consistent communication across various channels. Thought Leadership and Messaging:
Craft clear and impactful messaging that resonates with internal audiences. Develop talking points, presentations, and other communication materials for executives that align with the organization’s vision and goals. Collaborate with executives to ensure their voice and message is effectively conveyed, and develop clear and concise briefing materials. Employee Communications Programming:
Develop strategy for and execute ongoing program for employee communications, working across stakeholder groups, digging into data and analytics to understand what resonates, mining for best stories, developing and executing a publishing calendar. Develop crisis plans and work with teams to execute in a fast-moving environment. Cross-BU Internal Communications Leader:
Serve as the central leader and dotted line point of contact for internal comms teams working on other business units. This role provides overall guidance for and sets standards for major change management initiatives, large global meetings and internal events, org-wide exec communications, etc. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience Bachelor's degree Portfolio of work demonstrating the ability to tell complex stories in relatable terms PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Change management experience Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit here for more information. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $135,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $224,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit here. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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