Counsel

Position Overview:

The Counsel will serve as a news content and media lawyer to the News Group, advising journalists on First Amendment, newsgathering, and other legal issues.

Responsibilities:

• Advise editorial leadership and journalists working across platforms including linear television, streaming, digital, social and audio, in support of daily news programming, breaking news, analysis, elections, investigative reports, documentaries, lifestyle, true crime, and unscripted programming
• Conduct pre-broadcast and pre-publication review
• Advise on newsgathering and access issues
• Counsel on copyright and other intellectual property matters
• Advise on, and respond to, pre- and post-publication threats and challenges
• Respond to subpoenas and other third-party requests for information
• Craft and deliver legal training for the newsroom
• Implement and counsel on News Group policies that protect our integrity, accuracy and independence
• Monitor legal developments affecting the press and freedom of speech
• Partner with specialist lawyers across NBCUniversal’s Legal Department, including on news-related litigation
• Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and creative team culture

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 4+ years of legal experience, including experience advising news clients on media law and publication issues
• Passion for news and press freedom
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of New York, or another State Bar with registration as in-house counsel in New York
• Spanish-language proficiency preferred

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.

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: $140,000-$170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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