Regional Lead, Public Affairs, Google Data Centers

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 10 years of experience leading negotiations or business development.
  
• Experience in people management.
  
• Experience working on political communications, or technology policy issues within government, think tanks, public interest groups, private sector, or relevant industry associations.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working with public policy teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
  
• Experience developing and executing strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.
  
• Experience executing cross-functional projects.
  
• Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and political/communication skills.

Google's infrastructure needs go far beyond server computers. As Google's products and services scale the globe, the Strategic Negotiation team works behind the scenes to secure infrastructure for Google's future -- everything from underwater cables to physical data center space. As a Strategic Negotiator, you combine your deep market knowledge of a given sector with tech industry savvy to negotiate cost-effective solutions to support Google's infrastructure growth. You'll work with specific project teams on discussing agreements, managing vendor and partner relationships and presenting deal recommendations to our Tech leadership. Your successful negotiations have the potential to save Google millions of dollars in operating costs and impact every part of the business.

The Public Affairs team focuses on telling our story to decision-makers, opinion formers, and data center communities. We are focused on creating inclusive, strategic, and scalable solutions that have authentic and universal impact.

As the Public Affairs Regional Lead, you will advise on how to shape our data center initiatives in a way that is aligned to state and local government priorities. You will lead the maximization of partner opportunities to partner with state and local institutions and tell the story of our data center commitment.

In this role, you will lead the team of Public Affairs managers across the US and serve as the regional engagement node between different internal partner teams.

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $165,000-$248,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

• Enhance and safeguard data center operations throughout their lifecycle.  
• Manage complex projects across the US.
• Shape public policy, build workforce development pipelines, and cultivate relationships within Google and externally.  
• Manage Google's economic, sustainability, and social contributions, connecting technology to modern life.  
• Lead a team of Public Affairs managers and execute regional market strategies, including investment opportunities and community engagement activities.