Communications Principal, Policy Communications and External Affairs
Company websiteamazon.com (Amazon, opens in new tab)
Base salary $173,600 to $234,400
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Arlington, VA
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- LocationArlington, VA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
The Policy Communications and External Affairs team is at the forefront of shaping communications around the most advanced technologies on the planet and helping advocate for policies that enable customer innovation. The team is seeking an experienced communications leader to lead media relations and communications campaigns that support policy and business objectives across the U.S. This individual will build and execute successful strategic communications campaigns, build media relationships, and serve as an on-the-record spokesperson. Prior experience related to AI, infrastructure, energy, technology policy, and crisis communications is preferred.
Your day will be a dynamic blend of strategic storytelling, media engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll dive deep into emerging technology and policy and engage with top tier business, policy, and technology media. You should be motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. You will have the ability to work alongside a variety of internal teams and operate across different business, policy, and technology areas. You should have extensive media relations and policy experience and a track record of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations.
Key job responsibilities
-Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of communications programs
-Manage reputational issues with internal stakeholders and members of the media
-Develop and strengthen relationships with technology, policy, and business journalists
-Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns
-Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism
Basic Qualifications
- 10+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience developing successful marketing or communications campaigns
- Experience in media relations and issues management
- Prior experience related to AI, infrastructure, energy, technology policy, and/or and crisis communications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing projects and working independently
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience communicating complex concepts clearly and persuasively to different audiences
- Expert understanding of technology and public policy trends
- Top-notch writing and verbal communications skills
- Thrives in a collaborative environment with a hands-on work ethic
- Experience pitching proactive stories to technology, policy, and business publications
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 173,600.00 - 234,400.00 USD annually
Source: Amazon · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($173,600) is above 92% of the 40 Communications & Media roles in Virginia listed on this site. Their median floor is $122,050; the middle half runs from $111,500 to $146,475.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingCommunications Principal, Policy Communications and External Affairs$173,600 to $234,400
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Communications Principal, Policy Communications and External Affairs (this listing) | $173,600 - $234,400 |
| Data Scientist II - AMZ10564077 | $175,040 - $212,800 |
| Manager III, SecEng, AppSec AI | $175,100 - $236,900 |
| Manager, Hardware Development - GPU/Accelerator, Annapurna ML Trainium | $175,100 - $236,900 |
| Security Engineering Manager, Leo Security | $175,100 - $236,900 |
| Security Engineering Manager, Stores AppSec | $175,100 - $236,900 |
| Security Engineering Manager, Stores Org Mobile Security | $175,100 - $236,900 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-10
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US, VA, Arlington
USA, VA, Arlington - 173,600.00 - 234,400.00 USD annually
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