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Stakeholder Manager Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Arizona Department of Administration

$90K/yr

Stakeholder Engagement Lead Job No: 542455 Work Type: Full-time Location: REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX ... The role serves as the main liaison among AHCCCS, healthcare providers, managed care plans, Tribal ...

Lessen

Account Manager

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

Stakeholder management skills to liaise effectively with property owners, contractors, and other relevant parties. Role Specific Skills * Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation ...

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Account Manager

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

Stakeholder management skills to liaise effectively with property owners, contractors, and other relevant parties. Role Specific Skills * Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation ...

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Account Manager

Scottsdale, AZ

Stakeholder management skills to liaise effectively with property owners, contractors, and other relevant parties. Role Specific Skills * Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation ...

Lessen

Account Manager

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

Stakeholder management skills to liaise effectively with property owners, contractors, and other relevant parties. Role Specific Skills * Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation ...

IntraEdge

Project Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Additionally, strong communication, stakeholder management, and risk management skills are crucial. Key Qualifications: * Technical Skills: * Cloud Computing: A solid understanding of cloud platforms ...

Tata Consultancy Service Limited

Project Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

... stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities. • Experience with program governance, risk management, budgeting, and reporting. • Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft ...

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AgreeYa Solutions

Product Manager - Lending

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and Presentation skills and stakeholder management skills, experience working within banking or financial services environments, and the ...

OmegaHires

Technical Project Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

The ideal candidate will be responsible for project planning, execution, stakeholder communication, vendor coordination, risk management, and ensuring successful project delivery within scope, budget ...

Perficientcorp Inc

Project / Product Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience with JIRA ...

Citizens

Senior Manager, Data Engineering

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

Add to Stakeholder Engagement & Process Improvement Business & Technology Partnership * Serve as a ... Leadership & Stakeholder Management * Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships across ...

Citizens

Senior Manager, Data Engineering

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

Add to Stakeholder Engagement & Process Improvement Business & Technology Partnership * Serve as a ... Leadership & Stakeholder Management * Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships across ...

SysMind Tech

Project Manager - Healthcare IT

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$95K - $113K/yr

This role requires exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills to successfully lead complex healthcare technology initiatives. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership * Lead end-to ...

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How much do stakeholder manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for stakeholder manager in Arizona is $55,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,100.00 and $63,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Stakeholder Manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Stakeholder Manager, you need strong relationship management, project management expertise, and a background in business or communications, often supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with CRM systems, stakeholder mapping tools, and project management software like Microsoft Project or Asana is common. Exceptional interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and persuasive communication set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities are vital for building trust, aligning interests, and ensuring project success through effective stakeholder engagement.

What are the 4 types of stakeholders?

In stakeholder management, stakeholders are typically categorized into four types: internal stakeholders (employees, management), external stakeholders (customers, suppliers), primary stakeholders (directly affected by the project), and secondary stakeholders (indirectly affected or interested parties). Understanding these categories helps a Stakeholder Manager effectively engage and communicate with each group to ensure project success.

How much does a stakeholder manager make?

A stakeholder manager's salary typically ranges from $70,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on experience, industry, and location. Senior roles or those in large organizations may earn higher compensation, often supplemented with bonuses and benefits.

What is the role of a stakeholder manager?

A stakeholder manager is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, such as clients, partners, and internal teams, to ensure project alignment and support. They identify stakeholder needs, communicate project progress, and address concerns to facilitate successful outcomes, often using tools like stakeholder analysis and communication plans.

How does a Stakeholder Manager typically balance the differing priorities of multiple stakeholders in a project?

A Stakeholder Manager is often tasked with navigating the diverse interests and expectations of various internal and external parties. This involves proactive communication, regular stakeholder analysis, and prioritization based on project objectives and organizational goals. Successful Stakeholder Managers use negotiation and conflict-resolution skills to find common ground and ensure that all voices are heard while keeping the project on track. They also document agreements and maintain transparency to build trust and foster long-term relationships.

What is the difference between Stakeholder Manager vs Project Manager?

AspectStakeholder ManagerProject Manager
Primary FocusManaging relationships with stakeholdersPlanning and executing projects
Required SkillsCommunication, negotiation, relationship managementScheduling, budgeting, risk management
Work EnvironmentClient interactions, cross-department collaborationProject teams, timelines, deliverables
CertificationsStakeholder management, communication certificationsPMP, PRINCE2

While both roles involve coordination, the Stakeholder Manager primarily focuses on building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met. The Project Manager oversees project execution, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right responsibilities to each role.

Is stakeholder management a hard or soft skill?

Stakeholder management is primarily considered a soft skill because it involves communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and emotional intelligence. However, it also requires technical knowledge of project management tools and processes, making it a combination of soft and technical skills. Effective stakeholder managers often develop both skill sets to succeed in their roles.

What are stakeholder managers?

Stakeholder managers are professionals responsible for identifying, engaging, and maintaining positive relationships with individuals or groups who have an interest in or are affected by a project, organization, or business initiative. Their main role is to ensure that stakeholders’ needs, expectations, and concerns are understood and addressed throughout the project lifecycle. This often involves regular communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Stakeholder managers play a key role in the success of projects by fostering trust and cooperation among all parties involved.
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Infographic showing various Stakeholder Manager job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,471 per year, or $26.7 per hour.
Manager Strategic Stakeholder Communications

Manager Strategic Stakeholder Communications

APS

Phoenix, AZ

Other

Posted 26 days ago

Atlanta Public Schools rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

526th of 616 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.  

Summary

The Manager Strategic Stakeholder Communications leads the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives that strengthen corporate reputation and effectively engage external stakeholders on key business priorities and public policy matters. Provides leadership in creating clear, compelling messaging around areas such as clean energy, technology innovation, regulatory initiatives, and major company initiatives.

Partners with internal leaders and cross-functional teams including media relations, customer service, investor relations, sustainability, public affairs, and regulatory groups to ensure consistent and impactful communications. Oversees communication strategies across areas such as issues management, executive communications, thought leadership, financial communications, digital platforms, and external engagement. Leads and develops a team of communications professionals while managing budgets, external partners, and agency relationships to support organizational objectives.

Minimum Requirements
  • BA/BS degree in Journalism, Marketing or Communications plus eight (8) years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, campaign communications or related fields.
    In lieu of degree, a total of twelve (12) years combined education and experience in journalism, marketing or communications.
  • Three (3) years supervisory/management experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop other professional communicators.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex communication campaigns.
  • Strong grasp of public affairs and public policy.
Major Accountabilities

1) Leads External Communications to provide the corporate-owned enterprise with strategic counsel and communications expertise, from conception to execution, to enhance and protect the company's reputation. Advances the corporate-owned enterprise narrative as a trusted Arizona business, reliable electricity provider, preferred employer and solid investment. Ensures consistent messaging across channels and stakeholders.
2) Provides leadership, guidance, coaching and development to direct reports, and secondary support to all department employees. Creates an inclusive, collaborative culture that values growth, empowerment, efficiency and accountability.
3) Supports a variety of corporate-owned communications focus areas, including, but not limited to, issues management, stakeholder communications, executive communications, financial communications and message integration.
4) Leads resolution initiatives related to issue management as a functional expert in the corporate-owned enterprise and provides communications counsel to cross-functional issue working groups. Supports crisis communications responses at business unit and corporate-owned enterprise levels.
5) Sets strategies, develops messaging and drives communications for high-profile, corporate projects and initiatives with implications for external stakeholders.
6) Prepares executives and subject matter experts to function as thought leaders in key focus areas to help build the company's reputation as a trusted leader and advisor. Provide strategic counsel to senior executives and work collaboratively with other communications teams and internal stakeholders to position them as experts with the media, industry organizations and other market segments.
7) Engages with other communications department functions, including media relations and customer communications, to integrate strategy, messaging and activities into broader department efforts.
8) Establishes and tracks performance against key metrics.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). 

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location. 

  • Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).  
  • Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.  
  • Role types are subject to change based on business need. 

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