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Entertainment and New Media Attorney in Burbank, CA

The Walt Disney Company Jul 22,2017 Jul 21,2017 Location USA Burbank CA
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In-House

Attorney

Entertainment and New Media

Min 7 yrs required

Profile

Director, Media, Digital Economy and Global Institutions Responsibilities: Identify emerging media, digital and economic public policy issues across the globe related to company’s mid- and long-term business plans in international markets, and assist in the development of internal and external policy positions, strategies and analyses to influence the external environment, mitigate risk and advance company’s business priorities. Translate business priorities into public policy initiatives; produce strategic plans and policy position papers necessary to advance company’s policy positions and support advocacy at legislative and regulatory bodies and international forums influential with policymakers. Collaborate with LOBs and other internal partners to ensure company policy positions remain forward‑looking, coherent and consistent with business priorities; reappraise policies that have acquired their own momentum. Ensure ongoing alignment between public policy positions and business objectives by providing strategic input, guidance and regulatory support. Serve on company governance councils and strategy groups that develop plans and positions relating to the most critical issues facing company. Collaborate with LOBs and other internal partners on business strategies that impact public policy or require changes in public policy to be successful. Proactively identify opportunities that business strategies and product plans create to advance policy goals as well as emerging social, political, economic, and public policy issues and trends that create business opportunities for company. Collaborate with LOBs and other internal partners to identify areas where internal rules or guidance are necessary to effectively manage risk. Tap a high‐caliber network of experts to help company stay current on emerging issues and trends. Support LOBs seeking to enter new markets or expand internationally by collaborating with country/regional offices to monitor and understand critical issues in non-U.S. markets and identify significant issues and trends that could impact business. Build strategic partnerships with governments, international organizations, NGOs, academic institutions and other stakeholders to enhance situation awareness, refine areas of focus, address shared challenges, and position company as a thought leader on key policy issues, legislation and regulation when beneficial. Have a specific focus on strategic engagement with global institutions in partnership with subject matter experts on the Policy Strategy team. Serve in leadership roles in industry and multi-stakeholder coalitions, working groups and membership organizations to position company as a thought leader, develop policy responses in support of business priorities and promote alignment with company policy goals. Identify opportunities where company can meaningfully advance its policy agenda and recommend concrete internal and external strategies to address issues based on positions taken. Collaborate with government relations partners to shape legislation, influence dialogue, and establish and maintain strong relationships. As needed, establish internal policies, procedures and guidance as part of an issues management strategy.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Advanced degree in related public policy or subject matter field or JD Degree or a combination of equivalent skills, experience and education required. Experience living and working abroad a plus. Knowledge of non-English languages a plus. 7+ years of progressive experience in public policy assessment, development and implementation roles in government, corporate or professional services settings. Some experience with and comfortable working in a truly global environment. A broad understanding of key global media, digital and economy policy issues, such as ICT and Internet policy, intellectual property, content regulation, corporate governance, taxation, trade, anti-corruption, human rights, and international institutions, policy frameworks and players. Broad understanding of legal, public affairs and government relations considerations in the policy process.. Experience working with a range of stakeholders, for example NGOs, domestic and foreign governments, international organizations, alliance partners and industry groups. understanding of non-U.S. cultures, business practices, laws and governmental/regulatory systems. Excellent policy analysis capabilities. Translate business priorities into public policy initiatives, and produce strategic plans necessary to advance company policy positions and support external advocacy.. Able to navigate fast-paced, multicultural, multi-stakeholder contexts. Forward-looking; able to recognize policy trends quickly and develop effective strategies to influence them. Proficient at cultivating internal and external relationships at the highest levels; able to gain the confidence of and influence colleagues internally and externally. Able to serve in leadership roles in industry and multi-stakeholder coalitions, working groups and membership organizations. Leadership skills and ability to influence at all levels. Strong client service orientation. Excellent oral and written communication skills; active listener. Business savvy; able to navigate effectively through organizations. Collaborative approach to leadership; consensus builder. Contribute to policy development that:. Support business priorities and consistently reflect the Company’s core values and competencies. Trigger innovation. Protect and enhance brand value. Mitigate risks. Differentiate company within its multinational peer group. Leverage external partnerships to overcome shared challenges. Productive internal and external relationships. Timely, comprehensive information, analysis and proactive solutions for pressing challenges facing the Company. Effective issues management. Strategic use of company resources.

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Job ID: 463523BR

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