Lead External Affairs Columbus, Ohio
Job Description:
At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help us serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.
Overall Purpose:
Support strategic communications and stakeholder engagement to advance the organization’s public policy objectives.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Typical duties include, but are not limited to:
• Policy Analysis & Legislative Advocacy:
Analyze legislation and regulatory issues; advocate for the company’s regulatory agenda in public hearings and meetings with state legislators and staff.
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community groups, and third-party coalitions. Represent the company on local boards and commissions, serving as the face of AT&T in the communities we serve.
• Event Coordination & Community Relations:
Organize and manage community events to foster relationships between the company, community members, and elected officials. Promote company initiatives and address constituent concerns.
• Additional Responsibilities:
Support Political Action Committee (PAC) activities, internal collaboration, strategy development, lobbying initiatives, negotiations, and/or grant management, as assigned.
Job Contribution:
Recognized as an experienced professional and subject matter expert, you will creatively resolve complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Lead significant projects with strategic autonomy, influence executive decisions, mentor less experienced staff, and collaborate frequently with senior leadership.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred
• 5+ years of related experience
• Certification required in some areas
Our Lead External Affairs earns between $116,700 - $175,100 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
• AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today!
Ready to join our team? Apply today!
Weekly Hours:
40
Time Type:
Regular
Location:
Columbus, Ohio
Salary Range:
$116,700.00 - $175,100.00
It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
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