Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') 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. This is a Versant role. 

Job Description

The Role:
The Counsel, Compliance will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the company’s ethics and compliance program. This is a high-impact role responsible for partnering across the business to advise on compliance risks, support key compliance initiatives, and foster a culture of integrity and accountability. The ideal candidate will be a pragmatic, business-oriented legal professional with deep expertise in compliance, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This position reports to the SVP, Chief Compliance Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Provide practical legal and regulatory advice to internal clients on compliance with applicable laws and company policies across a range of matters and transactions.
• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing management of core global compliance program elements, including risk assessments, policies, training, monitoring, metrics, and investigations oversight.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to communicate, obtain buy-in for, and drive compliance priorities.
• Conduct comprehensive business risk assessments for relevant business units to identify potential areas of compliance risk; develop and implement risk mitigation plans.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop, implement, communicate and maintain legal and compliance policies and procedures.
• Support investigation and evaluation of allegations of non-compliance, and drive implementation of remedial and preventive action as necessary.

Qualifications

Basic

Qualifications

• A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of New York or member in good standing of another State Bar and registered as New York in-house counsel.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience with an in-house legal/compliance department, top tier law firm and/or a regulatory or enforcement agency.
• Substantive experience advising on compliance issues, including but not limited to, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Trade Controls/Sanctions, Consumer Protection, Conflicts of Interest, Gifts and Business Entertainment, Political Activities/Pay to Play, Government Contracts, or other areas.
• Experience conducting internal investigations, government investigations, and/or equivalent experience in the white-collar crimes practice area.
• Proficiency in leveraging data and technology to inform compliance strategy and decision making.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and provide clear, actionable guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to anticipate team needs and contribute to broader compliance priorities.

Additional Information

• Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
• 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 benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the  Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus and LTI 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.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

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