Associate Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs, Peacock

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. 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.

Peacock is the place to stream thousands of hours of hit movies and shows, exclusive originals, live sports, news, and pop culture. We’re in need of courageous leaders and creative problem-solvers who work hard and want to be at the epicenter of content, tech, and entertainment. NBCUniversal’s Peacock is growing, and we’re looking for another smart, passionate, and collaborative person to join our team.

We value inclusivity in our content and our people and believe that success is only possible when we represent the world around us. So, are you ready to join our flock?

Role Purpose

This position will provide legal support for a wide variety of software and related technology licenses & services and business and product counseling matters for the Direct-to-Consumer business including Peacock and international projects powered by the Peacock platform.

Responsibilities

• Partner with NBCUniversal business executives, as well as colleagues in the Law Department, to discuss and implement best practices and formulate new processes in connection with business needs.
• Coordinate with Privacy and Information Security teams to ensure personal data and confidential information is collected, used, and secured in accordance with the law and company policy.
• Other matters as needed at the direction of the division’s team leaders.
• Identify and implement improvements to forms and processes.
• Provide timely and thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues, and propose practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Maintain an awareness and understanding of the latest developments in the law and technology as they relate to digital media.
• Work closely with product owners to advise on business and legal matters posed by developments to the Direct-to-Consumer properties and applicable laws.
• Independently draft, review, negotiate and interpret a range of contracts and other legal documents, including software and technology licenses for use in connection with the Peacock service and other Direct to Consumer properties including, for example, the NBC and Bravo apps and websites.

Qualifications

• 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: $100,000-$130,000
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to work in either Playa Vista, CA, Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY with the preference of being in a California location.
• Member of New York or California bar.
• JD or LLM degree from an accredited law school.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered and must be willing to submit transcripts.
• 1-3 years of relevant legal experience.
• Willingness to work nights and on weekends, if needed.
• Experience in digital / new media, including a thorough understanding of and demonstrated proficiency with technology agreements.

Additional Information

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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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