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Senior External Affairs Manager
$150,000–$165,000 Annual Bonus Competitive Benefits Professional Development
Bismarck, ND (Commutable from: Minot, Fargo, Dickinson)
Are you a senior external affairs professional looking for autonomy, high-profile projects, and career progression role?
On offer is the opportunity to lead stakeholder engagement for multi-state infrastructure projects while mentoring teams and shaping strategic community and regulatory outcomes.
This organisation is expanding nationally and fostering a supportive, collaborative culture. You’ll be empowered to take ownership of projects, make high-impact decisions, and grow your expertise.
On offer is a senior role where you’ll act as the regional ambassador for major projects. You’ll lead stakeholder engagement, guide community relations strategies, support permitting and regulatory processes.
This role would suit a senior, motivated professional looking for autonomy, high-status responsibility, and visible impact on pioneering, high-value projects in their region.
The Role
- Lead regional stakeholder engagement and serve as the primary ambassador for multi-state infrastructure projects
- Shape community relations and regulatory strategies
- Access specialist training while managing high profile projects with autonomy and strategic influence
The Candidate
- Proven experience in external affairs, stakeholder engagement, or community relations
- Skilled in relationship-building, public presentations, and problem-solving in complex stakeholder environments
- Comfortable leading independently in the field while collaborating with a high performing team
Salary : $150,000 - $165,000