Job Overview

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 1 to 2 days a month and is only located in the location(s) posted.  No relocation is offered.

In the role as a Lead External Affairs Manager, you will be responsible for supporting strategic communications and stakeholder engagement to advance the organization’s public policy objectives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Policy Analysis and Legislative Advocacy: Analyzing legislation and regulatory issues. Advocating for the company’s regulatory agenda during public hearings and meetings with state legislators and staff.
• Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community groups, and third-party coalitions. Representing the company on local boards and commissions and acting as the face of the corporation in served communities.
• Event Coordination and Community Relations: Organizing and managing community events to bridge relationships between the community and elected officials. Promoting the company’s initiatives and addressing constituent concerns.
• Other duties as assigned: Supporting processes related to Political Action Committee (PAC) activity, internal collaboration, strategy development, leading lobbying activities, negotiations, addressing constituent concerns, and/or grant management.


Job Contribution:

An experienced professional, recognized as an expert, creatively resolving complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Supervisor: No

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.

Candidates with arrest or convictions records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Relevant Material Job Duties for which Criminal History may have a direct adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the Conditional Offer of Employment

Contact with Customers/Candidates/Clients

Safety Sensitivity (Vehicle/Tool/Machine Operation - if applicable)

Handling/Proximity to Sensitive Information

Our Lead External Affairs earn between $130,700 - $196,100 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

A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you’ll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You’ll be empowered to go above and beyond – making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups. And regardless of where you’re at in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions.

With AT&T, you’ll be a part of something greater, do incredible things and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, State, and local laws.

Ready to close the deal on a career with AT&T?

Apply today.

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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.