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We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our  Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Role Purpose

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Regulatory Affairs – NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Counsel to join the team responsible for advising business units subject to federal regulatory requirements by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), as well as engaging in related communications and technology policy issues. Candidate must have demonstrated experience in the broadcast media and/or digital content industry, and must possess superior analytical, problem-solving and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Job Duties

• Counsel NBCUniversal-owned television stations, broadcast/cable networks, streaming/digital platforms, theme parks and other regulated businesses on federal legal requirements, including but not limited to: content regulation, media ownership, sponsorship identification, political advertising, accessibility, retransmission consent, network affiliation, spectrum management, and broadcast and facility licensing
• Monitor rulemaking and other proceedings at federal agencies, and where relevant, assist with the development of policy positions and comments
• Engage in advocacy before the FCC, FTC and other federal agencies, including in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., trade associations)
• Provide legal advice relating to accessibility laws and regulations governing televised and digital video programming, including closed captioning and audio description
• Analyze certain legislative and rulemaking proposals impacting televised and streaming video programming, including privacy, children’s marketing
• Advise on emerging media policy areas, including artificial intelligence, algorithmic activity and content moderation issues (e.g., Sec. 230)

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Law degree
• Member of D.C. bar or other U.S. state bar and registered as in-house counsel for D.C.
• 7+ years of related experience at law firm, FCC/FTC or in-house at a media/digital content company
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and Teams

Desired Characteristics

• FCC or in-house counsel experience strongly preferred
• Outstanding interpersonal, writing and analytic skills
• Superior sound judgment and professionalism to resolve legal issues quickly
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, including escalating matters as needed
• Proactively handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible to acquiring new areas of expertise as regulatory environment and business needs change

This position has been designated as hybrid , generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $165,000 - $200,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com .

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