Senior Manager, Government Affairs

Responsibilities

• Research, monitor, track and analyze current or proposed state legislation, regulations, and policies that involve privacy and workforce/labor issues
• Work closely with NBCU’s consultants and industry partners
• Advance the company’s policy priorities with relevant trade associations and advocacy groups
• Build and sustain strong relationships with relevant government officials, including legislative offices, industry partners and thought leaders in the states and cities
• To influence public discourse in support of company interests
• Manage initiatives that would enhance the company’s relationships with policymakers and political leaders
• Design plans for government outreach and thought leadership
• Gather political intelligence and draft position papers, policy briefings, presentations, and other materials in preparation for government actions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with solid academic credentials
• 4+ years of multi-state public policy experience
• Desired Characteristics: Experience in the entertainment, media, or tourism sectors preferred; Comprehensive understanding of state and local policy making processes; Experience working directly with senior executives and government officials; Successful track record of developing advocacy strategy and advancing policy initiatives with trade associations and other third-party groups; Outstanding written and verbal communications skills to translate complex policy into clear, concise summaries of issues and business impacts, to NBCUniversal business and functional leaders as well as lawmakers