Director, Public Policy and Government Affairs
6 days ago
Role ID: 208476
Worker Type: Regular Employee
Studio/Department: Legal
Flexible Work Arrangement: Off Site
Description & RequirementsElectronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
At EA, we inspire the world to play. We are looking for an attorney with 10+ years' experience to serve as our Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs for the Americas and APAC regions. You are an experienced, effective, and practical attorney who can drive strategy for EA's public policy initiatives and oversee government engagement.
You will report to EA's SVP, Global Affairs. Location is flexible within the listed location.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor, track, and analyze legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments and identify emerging trends to assess potential impacts on EA; draft or contribute to amendments, comments, and position papers.
- Advise internal stakeholders on matters of public policy, including external stakeholder perspectives, to inform and influence business decisions.
- Consult internal stakeholders to develop external policy positions that align with the business.
- Represent EA with regional trade associations, industry coalitions, and other organizations to strategically drive public policy priorities.
- Advocate for EA externally on regulatory and policy issues, including with external stakeholders such as government, legislators, regulators, NGOs, and other policy stakeholders.
- Guide the company's interactions with government on specific policy and business initiatives and more generally to bring an understanding of EA's business and influence decisions.
- Build and maintain a network of stakeholders, including representatives from other game industry companies, associations, coalitions, and other potential third-party allies, with the purpose of aligning common interests and promoting the development and recognition of EA and the industry.
- Collaborate with adjacent internal teams on campaigns and initiatives with public policy, legislative, or government relations impacts.
Qualifications:
- J.D. and 10+ years' relevant experience, with both in-house and top-tier law firm or government experience;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, impeccable integrity, good judgment, strong analytical skills, and a keen sense of humor;
- Collaborative by nature and able to build strong partnerships;
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and ability to manage a diverse and complex workload;
- Demonstrable ability to drive global, enterprise-wide policies and practices;
- Demonstrable ability to engage with government and regulatory officials;
- Demonstrated ability to support and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders;
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
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