Senior Manager, Public Affairs

Salesforce Public Affairs Senior Manager Position

Salesforce is seeking a seasoned Public Affairs Senior Manager to expand our strategic policy communications efforts and enhance our presence with policymakers and policy influencers.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications & Campaign Planning:

• Develop and implement strategic campaign plans to effectively convey the company’s mission, values, and achievements.
• Craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, ensuring consistency in messaging across various channels.
• Lead all aspects of our research program to drive data-driven policy decision making and messaging.
• Work deeply with corporate communications to drive our public policy narratives in the media, particularly in the US and EMEA.
• Build external-facing collateral and amplification materials for the Global Government Affairs team and company executives.
• Execute media partnerships and paid media campaigns.
• Work with the AMER Government Affairs team to build a grasstops employee program.

Issues Management:

• Lead the development of crisis and issues communication plans and act as the primary point of contact during challenging situations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and mitigate reputational risks.
• Scenario plan to ensure Salesforce is prepared for potential challenges and opportunities.

Strategic Relationships:

• Cultivate meaningful relationships with third party policy partners.
• Identify new partnerships that drive our public policy objectives while staying true to Salesforce values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10-15 years of relevant experience in public affairs, government relations, or a related field.
• Proven success in developing and driving comprehensive public affairs strategies.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments and legislative processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate sophisticated issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key partners, including government officials, media, and community leaders.
• Experience in crisis management and the ability to navigate high-pressure situations.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of your time.

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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: Salesforce Benefits.

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