Director, Government Affairs

Location: Universal City, California, United States; hybrid schedule requiring work from the office a minimum of four days per week.

Salary: $130,000–$170,000 yearly, plus eligibility for bonus and long-term incentives.

Company

hirify.global is a global media and entertainment company producing and distributing film, television, streaming, news, sports, theme park, consumer product, and experiential content.

What you will do

• Develop and execute state and local government affairs and advocacy strategies supporting hirify.global’s business priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, trade associations, community organizations, business groups, and other stakeholders across Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles.
• Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, political, and public policy developments, identifying risks, opportunities, and potential business impacts.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Communications, and business units to assess policy impacts and develop advocacy positions.
• Prepare policy briefs, letters, presentations, testimony, written responses, and other communications; represent hirify.global at conferences, hearings, and relevant events.
• Advise senior leadership and support coalition-building, public education, and stakeholder engagement efforts across key jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, international affairs, government, public affairs, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least seven years of experience in public policy, government affairs, government service, crisis and issue management, or a related field.
• Experience developing and executing government affairs, public policy, or stakeholder engagement strategies in a complex, highly matrixed environment.
• Deep knowledge of local legislative processes in Los Angeles County and/or the City of Los Angeles, with a solid political network in Los Angeles.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex policy issues clearly and create compelling messages.
• Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to evaluate legislative and regulatory proposals and their potential impact.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with at least four required office days per week; in-office requirements may change.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• External candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at an hirify.global location.
• Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support are provided in accordance with applicable requirements.