Communications Specialist, Policy Communications and External Affairs

Communications Specialist, Policy Communications and External Affairs

Job ID: 10483664 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Amazon seeks a self-motivated and high-judgment communications professional to join its U.S. Policy Communications and External Affairs team. This role will drive communications efforts in our data center regions across the US, helping raise awareness among key media, third-party partners, and local policy stakeholders about Amazon’s policy priorities, advocacy initiatives, and positive impact on communities, customers, and industries.

The ideal candidate has strong media relations and strategic communications experience. They excel at translating complex technology concepts into clear, compelling narratives, and bring a background in supporting public policy initiatives. They will have a proven track record of working effectively internally across complex, cross-functional teams and externally with policymakers and journalists. The right candidate has excellent writing skills, experience driving proactive communications campaigns, the ability to manage reactive communications and complex narratives as they arise, and a history of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations.

Key job responsibilities

  • Work closely with Amazon's Infrastructure, Public Policy and Economic Development teams to drive awareness of Amazon's advocacy objectives and positive impact on customers, industries, and the communities where we operate
  • Develop communications plans, written content, and other communications assets in support of Amazon's policy objectives
  • Support a broad range of external communications programs and events aligned with Amazon's policy objectives
  • Establish and foster state, local, and regional media relationships by serving as a trusted source and educator about Amazon
  • Provide communications counsel to business leaders
  • Work cross-functionally to plan and execute Communications campaigns

Basic Qualifications

  • 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Communications experience with public policy issues in technology, industry, or government

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing media relationships

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing media relationships

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at

USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 134,000.00 USD annually

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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