Public Relations Manager

Who you are

• 7+ years of experience in corporate communications and public relations, ideally at a high-growth or technology company
• Proven experience managing corporate communications, including strategic corporate partnerships, joint announcements, and commercial expansions
• Strong media relations experience, with a proven track record of pitching, working with reporters, and managing tight deadlines
• Outstanding writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a sharp eye for detail and tone
• Ability to thrive in a rapid, "always-on" environment, managing multiple complex projects independently while maintaining a high bar for quality
• Excellent interpersonal skills with experience coordinating communications across multiple external PR partners, agencies, and vendors
• Experience working within the autonomous vehicle, ride-hailing, automotive, or transportation technology sectors (in-house or agency)
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field, preferred but not required
• An established network of relevant media contacts, including new media, and fluency in the current media/social landscape

What the job involves

• As a member of the Communications team, you’ll be on the cutting edge of bringing autonomous driving technology to the public, developing strategies that will increase understanding, acceptance, and adoption of this life-saving technology
• We work with reporters, editors, bloggers, and other influencers to tell stories about Waymo and the potential of our technology to change how we move and live
• We partner with the engineering, business, policy, marketing, and product teams to create messaging for new products and other initiatives, counter misinformation, and shape our reputation
• Drive communications planning, strategy development, and tactical execution for corporate communications efforts, including strategic partnership announcements and commercial expansions
• Lead on communications activities with partners, coordinating closely with partner PR teams on announcements and other activities to ensure message alignment and proactive reputation management
• Partner with internal teams (such as Business Development, Partnerships, Marketing, Legal, Policy, and Product) to align on business objectives, develop unified narratives, and secure cross-functional approvals
• Draft high-impact press releases, messaging playbooks, reactive FAQs, executive talking points, and briefing documents for high-profile external engagements
• Oversee day-to-day engagement with business and tech press, proactively cultivating relationships and handling reactive media inquiries

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Personalized workplace adjustments for diverse needs and abilities, including physical, mental, and neurodivergent considerations
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite wellness centers
• Second medical opinion for you and your loved ones
• Medical advocacy program for transgender employees
• Counseling services
• Support programs including menopause benefit
• Competitive compensation
• Regular bonus and equity performance grant opportunities
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Annual cross-company compensation review and pay equity analysis
• 1-on-1 financial coaching
• Fertility and growing family assistance
• Parental leave and baby bonding leave
• Caregiver leave
• Elder care and support
• Backup childcare
• Survivor income benefit
• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, sick leave, parental leave, disability, and holidays
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Hybrid work model with remote work opportunities also available
• Educational reimbursement
• Peer learning and coaching platform
• Donation matching programs
• Employee resource groups
• Volunteer hours
• Internal community groups and local culture clubs
• Inspiring spaces to work, recharge, and collaborate with fellow Waymonauts
• On-site meals and snacks
• Fitness centers, massage programs, and ergonomic support
• On-demand fitness, wellbeing, and cooking classes
• Commuter benefits