Counsel

Company 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. Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES: Role Purpose & Responsibilities As a Counsel within NBCUniversal's Latin America business, you will support the business on a wide-range of legal matters relating to the operation of NBCUniversal channels and services across Latin America with a focus on Argentine-related matters. Responsibilities Negotiate, draft, and interpret legal documents in the areas of finance as well as operations and technology. Manage and advise the business regarding corporate governance matters; including strategic transactions, governing documentation, intercompany service arrangements, local corporate filings, and powers of attorney. Provide timely regulatory legal advice, focusing on creative solutions to overcome challenges. Support the development of processes and templates designed to ensure the long-term efficiency of the legal function. Communicate effectively to internal clients to ensure efficient management of open matters, including organizing and leading meetings as necessary. Collaborate as needed with subject-matter experts; including outside counsel as well as NBCUniversal's Corporate legal teams, including the Compliance, Tax, Corporate Secretary, Privacy, Cyber Security, and Litigation Teams. Inspire collaboration across the legal function by developing and maintaining relationships with relevant counterparts across the globe. Train and counsel the business on applicable policies and best practices; including approval processes, key contractual issues, and risk management. Provide support on any other matters that the business or legal function may need. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Degree from accredited law school, demonstrated academic achievement, and current bar membership in Argentina in good standing A minimum of 4 years of media business and legal affairs experience at a law firm and/or media company Working knowledge of relevant Argentine media and telecommunication laws Language: Fluent in English & Spanish, Portuguese is a plus Eligibility Requirements: Must submit a resume/CV through to be considered. Must be willing to work in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Must be willing to work late evenings, and occasional holidays or weekends per business need. Must be willing to submit to a background investigation. Must be 18 years or older. Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program. Desired Characteristics: Strong analytic, drafting, organizational, and communication skills Takes ownership of matters, including by taking a solutions oriented approach and thinking ahead Effectively copes with a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment, including proper prioritization of matters Ability to quickly pivot as business needs and priorities evolve Works as a team player, continuously collaborating within the legal function and with business partners Takes the initiative to find opportunities to add value Works independently and to a high professional standard 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. 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