Manager, Economic Development Policy

Amazons Economic Development Policy (EDP) team seeks an experienced professional to support investments in the Americas. This position is based in Seattle. Travel will be required.

We are looking for an experienced economic development professional to support our rapidly growing business operations and real estate footprint in North America. As a manager in this role you will be responsible for engaging with state and local economic development planning transportation transit permitting and enforcement agencies to expand our physical footprint and support new and existing investments. The successful candidate will be inquisitive enthusiastic about technology and able to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.


Key job responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders on new infrastructure locations and site expansion plans.
Support the site selection process including due diligence permitting and project approvals.
Develop workforce and public/private partnership opportunities.
Craft agreements and partnerships to support projects and local communities.
Manage relationships with economic development organizations and community stakeholders.
Oversee outside counsel developers and other professional service providers.
An ability and desire to travel is required.


- Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law Political Science Public Policy Public Affairs Economic Development)
- 8 years of experience in government intergovernmental organizations or private sector focused on economic development site selection and real estate.

- Experience in economic development including site selection and permitting infrastructure
- Leadership experience in industry associations or coalitions.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate at high corporate and political levels.
- Strong ethical conduct and professional reputation.
- Exceptional research and analytical skills.
- Masters degree in a relevant discipline.
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory proposals.
- Excellent organizational communication and analytical skills including proficient in AI.
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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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 WA SEATTLE - 138500.00 - 187300.00 USD annually