VP, Federal Government Affairs at News Corp – Washington, District of Columbia

News Corp

News Corp is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including: news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services, cable network programming in Australia, and pay-tv distribution in Australia.

Headquartered in New York, the activities of News Corp are conducted primarily in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Washington DC-1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Full time
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Job Description :

News Corp
News Corp is a global diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers and businesses throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including: news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services, cable network programming in Australia and pay-tv distribution in Australia.

POSITION SUMMARY

News Corp seeks a seasoned government affairs leader to be Vice President, Federal Government Affairs. Responsibilities include advocacy of the company's positions with Congress and federal agencies; developing advocacy and engagement strategies; maintaining strong relationships with federal policymakers and key industry stakeholders on behalf of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Candidate must be a team player who thrives in a high-energy, multitasking and collaborative environment. Must have excellent relationship-building skills, be diligent and proactive in problem solving, show excellent judgment, employ effective strategic and tactical thinking, and have the ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a small team environment.

In addition, the candidate is expected to:

• Regularly monitor and analyze legislation and other federal policy developments. Draft legislative analysis, position papers and advocacy materials.
• Advocate company positions to Congress and other internal and external stakeholders.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Congressional offices, federal agencies, trade associations, policy organizations and other relevant partners in the United States.

• Participate in coalition-building and stakeholder engagement to further company positions.

• Represent the company on U.S. legislative, regulatory and other policy matters and championing issues facing a multinational media company.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to operate diplomatically, effectively and collegially with colleagues, and federal staff/US Congressional offices.
• Effortlessly adjust to changes in priorities, and balance short-term deliverables with long-term strategic goals while producing a high-caliber work product.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree or JD preferred
• At least ten years of relevant federal government experience, including prior experience in Congress, executive branch or comparable experience in a government relations role.
• A track record of demonstrated results in government, private sector, association and/or political environments.
• Some domestic and international travel is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation

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Base Pay Range: $250,000 - $290,000 + Bonus

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

About_Us

News Corp is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including: news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services, cable network programming in Australia, and pay-tv distribution in Australia.

Headquartered in New York, the activities of News Corp are conducted primarily in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.