Director, Government Affairs

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

1d•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Government Affairs supports NBCUniversal’s State & Local Government Affairs team in Los Angeles. The team develops and executes advocacy strategies to advance NBCUniversal’s business priorities and protect its operations at the state and local levels, engaging with elected officials and managing relationships with trade associations and other third-party organizations. The Director manages public policy matters affecting NBCUniversal’s Los Angeles-area operations and contributes to advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategies in key jurisdictions across the country. The role works with internal stakeholders and external partners, represents the company at relevant events, communicates policy positions, and advises senior leadership on legislative, regulatory, and political developments. The position reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Head of Public Policy, with matrix reporting to the Vice President of Government and External Affairs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, international affairs, government, public affairs, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
At least seven years of experience in public policy, government affairs, government service, or a related field such as crisis and issue management.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing government affairs, public policy, or stakeholder engagement strategies in a complex, highly matrixed environment.
Deep knowledge of local legislative processes in Los Angeles County and/or the City of Los Angeles.
Solid political network in Los Angeles.
Exceptional writing and verbal skills, including the ability to distill complex policy issues into clear explanations and compelling messages.
Outstanding project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate legislative and regulatory proposals and assess their potential impact on the company.
Excellent organizational skills and proficiency with Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with policymakers, industry associations, community organizations, business groups, and other key stakeholders in Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles.
Manage the public policy environment affecting NBCUniversal’s Los Angeles-area business operations, identifying risks, opportunities, and strategic advocacy priorities.
Identify, monitor, and analyze national trends in state and local public policy, including legislative and regulatory proposals affecting the company.
Partner with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Compliance, Communications, and relevant business units, to assess policy impacts and develop advocacy strategies.
Advocate externally for policy positions that advance NBCUniversal’s corporate objectives and protect its business interests.
Articulate company policy positions through briefing materials, written responses, presentations, and internal policy discussions.
Partner with the Vice President of Government and External Affairs to develop and execute advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategies on issues affecting NBCUniversal in key jurisdictions across the country.
Support advocacy efforts to inform public opinion and influence legislative and regulatory decision-making through education, communication, and coalition building.
Represent NBCUniversal at industry conferences, public hearings, and other relevant events.
Draft letters, presentations, testimony, and other materials communicating the company’s positions on legislative and regulatory matters.
Stay informed about industry developments, emerging state and local policy issues, and evolving regulatory frameworks.
Advise senior leadership on emerging legislative, regulatory, and political developments, including potential risks, opportunities, and business impacts.