Director, Global Affairs (Americas)

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. • New York, NY

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About The Position

As Director, Global Affairs (Americas), you will take a leading role in Take-Two’s public policy activities across North and South America, developing and implementing legislative and regulatory advocacy strategies on a broad range of issues in support of Take-Two’s business. You will collaborate with colleagues across Take-Two and work closely with industry trade associations in the region, while engaging with government representatives, regulatory officials, and civil society to advance laws, regulations, and policies that further Take-Two’s business interests. Reporting into the Vice President & Managing Counsel, Publishing, who is also based in New York, you will be a key member of the broader Publishing Legal team. You will monitor legislative and regulatory trends across North and South America and develop strategies on a broad range of policy issues impacting the video game industry and Take-Two’s products and services, such as online safety, age assurance, consumer protection, privacy, AI, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Public Policy, Public Administration, or Political Science.
• 8+ years of experience in a public policy role, including significant experience working with governments, think tanks, civil society, industry trade associations, and relevant corporations.
• Strong understanding of the policy and decision-making processes used by legislative and regulatory bodies and non-governmental organizations in the US.
• Proven record in the development and oversight of a broad range of public policy programs, including issue management, campaign execution, coalition-building, political action and critical communications.
• Familiarity with media, entertainment, technology industries or other consumer-facing businesses that operate services reliant on intellectual property protections.
• Familiarity with existing and emerging online safety, age assurance, consumer protection, privacy, and AI laws around the world, and ability to identify emerging trends and develop forward-looking, creative public policy strategies to address such developments.
• Experienced and engaging public speaker, with a keen intellect, excellent decision-making skills, and the ability to confidently influence and interact at all levels, including senior management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and a strong ability to balance multiple matters simultaneously and appropriately prioritize projects.
• Experience of partnering with industry trade associations in different geographies and ability to successfully advocate and secure support for Take-Two’s interests within those associations.
• Ability to work with teams across multiple functions and departments to build consensus and drive change.
• Genuine desire and enthusiasm to work in the video games industry; must be a great teammate with common sense, kindness, good humor, and dedication to succeeding together.
• Ability and willingness to travel; this role will require significant travel within the US.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with legal, business, communications, and product teams to provide strategic direction that guides the development of Take-Two’s policy positions and objectives.
• Design and implement advocacy strategies for achieving Take-Two’s policy objectives with relevant government representatives, regulatory officials, and civil society.
• Monitor, update, and advise on regulatory and legislative developments across North and South America to assist in product development strategies and business priorities.
• Develop and implement external public policy initiatives and advocacy programs to support Take-Two’s policy objectives.
• Contribute to any regulatory and governmental inquiries Take-Two receives in the US.
• Represent Take-Two in industry trade associations and actively contribute to discussions, meetings, and submissions.
• Represent Take-Two at industry trade events, legislative meetings, and other meaningful gatherings with relevant stakeholders.
• Travel with regularity to Washington, D.C., and when necessary, elsewhere within the US and Canada.

Benefits

• Great Company Culture.
• Growth
• Work Hard, Play Hard.
• Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, in-house wellness program, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more!
• Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events, stocked pantries and the ability to earn up to $500+ per year for taking care of yourself and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees