Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs provides legal support across software and technology licensing, professional services, confidentiality, and related commercial transactions for NBCUniversal, particularly for corporate operations, information technology, human resources, and other enterprise functions. The role partners with internal stakeholders on contract terms, risk allocation, and related legal issues while supporting business objectives. It may also support business unit attorneys on related transactions and help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal services. The position reports to the division’s Senior Vice President. The role currently follows a hybrid schedule, requiring work from the New York, NY office at least four days per week. The company may change in-office requirements. The position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits. Salary range is $140,000–$170,000, with bonus and long-term incentive eligibility.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel in New York.
At least 4 years of experience at a law firm or in a comparable in-house position.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of deals and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player.
Ability to adapt and develop new expertise as business needs and technologies evolve.
Commitment to providing timely, practical guidance to business team members at all levels.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with technology, data security, or intellectual property issues.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support for a portfolio of agreements and internal stakeholders, primarily for NBCUniversal’s Sourcing and Operations & Technology groups.
Draft, review, negotiate, and support corporate transaction agreements for NBCUniversal and its business units.
Advise clients on contractual rights and duties, contract interpretation, and pre-litigation dispute resolution.
Coordinate with Privacy, Information Security, and Compliance teams to ensure personal data and confidential information are collected, used, and secured in accordance with company requirements and evolving law.
Support business unit attorneys on related transactions and help make legal service delivery more efficient and effective.