External Affairs Strategy Lead – LA & CA Partnerships

Universal Studios Hollywood; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Manager of External Affairs to shape and execute strategies that strengthen Universal Studios Hollywood’s operations and reputation in California. The role leads local government relations and partners with Universal Destinations & Experiences, Comcast, NBCUniversal State & Local Government Affairs, Corporate Communications, and Real Estate.

The position requires directing proactive engagement with officials, agencies, and associations to advocate park priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration or related field.
• 10+ years of legislative, community relations, government, or external affairs experience.
• Strong judgment and the ability to identify, assess and remediate external affairs strategies.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with and influence all levels of the organization and officials.

Responsibilities

• Research, track and provide briefing papers to internal stakeholders on local ordinances and state legislation related to tourism, transportation, park operations and business regulation.
• Partner with business units on local issues and response efforts for USH, including analysis, monitoring, escalation and coordination.
• Manage relationships with business and industry associations in Los Angeles and California.
• Support park initiatives through community impact, neighborhood engagement and corporate communications.
• Engage with regulatory agencies at local and state levels to ensure operational efficiencies and compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Public affairs

Strategic planning

Policy analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or related field

Job description

NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Manager of External Affairs to shape and execute strategies that strengthen Universal Studios Hollywood’s operations and reputation in California. The role leads local government relations and partners with Universal Destinations & Experiences, Comcast, NBCUniversal State & Local Government Affairs, Corporate Communications, and Real Estate.

The position requires directing proactive engagement with officials, agencies, and associations to advocate park priorities