Amazon Web Services, Inc.
Executive Communications Manager, AWS, AWS Specialist Partner Organization
Amazon Web Services, Inc., Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
We are seeking an experienced Executive Communications Manager to join the AWS Specialists and Partners (ASP) organization and work closely with ASP's Vice President, GenAI & AI/ML Go-to-Market to scale AWS's value proposition to our customers, partners, employees, and key stakeholders. The Executive Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications and engagement plans to enhance and promote the organization's vision and strategic goals to our internal and external audiences globally.
Foundational to success in this role is a deep passion for customer obsession, cutting-edge technology, and delivering results through effective communications. The chosen candidate will design messaging strategies that consider both proactive and reactive tactics based on active listening and customer and employee data and insights. They will identify high-value engagements that provide the optimal platform to reach our audiences and develop compelling, data-rich content to inform and inspire them. They will maintain a balance of proactive guidance and strategy with flawless delivery to become a trusted partner to the leadership team. They must have a strong track record of delivering results by producing high-quality, clear content, a demonstrated ability to earn and maintain trust across stakeholders, and insist on highest standards for quality, attention to detail while working on multiple projects simultaneously. The chosen candidate must be curious about new programs and initiatives impacting our customers, partners, and employees and possess the ability to ask the right questions. They need to have a bias for action and balance driving versus being directed. They must be comfortable taking risks and raising the bar for new, innovative ways of doing things.
Key job responsibilities
This role is responsible for developing, organizing, and executing strategic messaging programs, including internal communications, appearances at industry, customer, and thought leadership events.Work directly with ASP Senior Leadership executives and serve as an integral part of ASP’s Strategic Communications team.Prepare executives for internal and external speaking engagements to include the creation of content for global meetings focused on achieving business outcomes; internal communications via email or other channels; video script writing; and social media strategy, content creation, and execution.Work closely with the AWS PR, Marketing, and Subject Matter Expert teams to align on communication strategies and messaging.Serve as writer to senior executives for global audiences, including driving the creation and delivery of compelling, executive-level message and presentation materials (slides, scripts, messaging documents, and customer stories, thought leadership).Leverage thought leadership programs and opportunities for ASP executives, to promote the business value that can be obtained by partnering with AWS.Apply superb organizational skills to the management of high-level speaking opportunities, both internally and externally, to highlight the value of partnering with AWS.Manage speaking engagement calendar with other team members to ensure alignment of key messages both internally and externally.Measure and share results of speaking engagements to evaluate impact.Conduct research and monitor industry trends and developments to identify opportunities for enhancing executive communications.Provide guidance and support to executives during high-pressure situations and ensure timely and accurate communication to relevant stakeholders.Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work effectively with executives and stakeholders at all levels.Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Arlington, VA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years experience in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.5+ years of experience supporting senior executives.Experience working within the business-to-business technology sector.Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to articulate a clear point of view on complicated issues in crisp, concise communications.Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements.Demonstrated experience building trust and influencing cross-functional teams and senior leaders.Experience designing and executing joint marketing plans with strategic alliance partners with a global footprint.Experience driving cultural change and influencing organizations through communications, from audience and stakeholder analysis through implementation and success metrics tracking.
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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit
here .
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $106,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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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Foundational to success in this role is a deep passion for customer obsession, cutting-edge technology, and delivering results through effective communications. The chosen candidate will design messaging strategies that consider both proactive and reactive tactics based on active listening and customer and employee data and insights. They will identify high-value engagements that provide the optimal platform to reach our audiences and develop compelling, data-rich content to inform and inspire them. They will maintain a balance of proactive guidance and strategy with flawless delivery to become a trusted partner to the leadership team. They must have a strong track record of delivering results by producing high-quality, clear content, a demonstrated ability to earn and maintain trust across stakeholders, and insist on highest standards for quality, attention to detail while working on multiple projects simultaneously. The chosen candidate must be curious about new programs and initiatives impacting our customers, partners, and employees and possess the ability to ask the right questions. They need to have a bias for action and balance driving versus being directed. They must be comfortable taking risks and raising the bar for new, innovative ways of doing things.
Key job responsibilities
This role is responsible for developing, organizing, and executing strategic messaging programs, including internal communications, appearances at industry, customer, and thought leadership events.Work directly with ASP Senior Leadership executives and serve as an integral part of ASP’s Strategic Communications team.Prepare executives for internal and external speaking engagements to include the creation of content for global meetings focused on achieving business outcomes; internal communications via email or other channels; video script writing; and social media strategy, content creation, and execution.Work closely with the AWS PR, Marketing, and Subject Matter Expert teams to align on communication strategies and messaging.Serve as writer to senior executives for global audiences, including driving the creation and delivery of compelling, executive-level message and presentation materials (slides, scripts, messaging documents, and customer stories, thought leadership).Leverage thought leadership programs and opportunities for ASP executives, to promote the business value that can be obtained by partnering with AWS.Apply superb organizational skills to the management of high-level speaking opportunities, both internally and externally, to highlight the value of partnering with AWS.Manage speaking engagement calendar with other team members to ensure alignment of key messages both internally and externally.Measure and share results of speaking engagements to evaluate impact.Conduct research and monitor industry trends and developments to identify opportunities for enhancing executive communications.Provide guidance and support to executives during high-pressure situations and ensure timely and accurate communication to relevant stakeholders.Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work effectively with executives and stakeholders at all levels.Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Arlington, VA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years experience in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.5+ years of experience supporting senior executives.Experience working within the business-to-business technology sector.Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to articulate a clear point of view on complicated issues in crisp, concise communications.Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements.Demonstrated experience building trust and influencing cross-functional teams and senior leaders.Experience designing and executing joint marketing plans with strategic alliance partners with a global footprint.Experience driving cultural change and influencing organizations through communications, from audience and stakeholder analysis through implementation and success metrics tracking.
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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit
here .
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $106,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/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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