Communications and Public Affairs Manager, Philippines, Pakistan and SEA

About the role

As part of the Global Communications and Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to communicate with journalists, creators and thought leaders. You will balance high-touch relationship building with efficient operations, write blog posts, scripts and social content, and use AI as a partner in your creative process. The role covers the Philippines, Pakistan and Southeast Asia.

Key responsibilities

• Integrate generative AI tools into your daily workflow while upholding Google's AI Principles.
• Respond to media inquiries and work with journalists to support favorable angles, using AI-driven sentiment analysis to protect and promote Google's reputation.
• Develop communications plans, pitches and social copy, localizing global narratives with cultural nuance.
• Set campaign measurement criteria and use AI insights to analyze trends, predict sentiment and recommend improvements.
• Act as a product expert, manage remote PR agencies and their budgets, and partner with regional teams on crisis communications and major initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, media relations or executive communications in a business, media or technology and services environment.
• Preferred: demonstrated knowledge of the media landscape; ability to run several projects at once with strong verbal and written communication.
• Preferred: calm judgment in fast-paced, high-stress situations and ability to work with colleagues across countries and cultures.
• Preferred: fluent Filipino or Urdu to communicate with stakeholders in the region.
• Right to work in Singapore preferred; visa sponsorship not required.