Senior Vice President, Government & Public Affairs

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role…

Reporting directly to the Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer, the SVP, Government Affairs & Public Affairs is a senior leader responsible for shaping and executing the company’s government relations, public affairs, and regulatory engagement strategies globally. This role combines deep political insight, legal expertise, and communications savvy to influence public policy and protect the company’s interests across multiple jurisdictions. The leader will foster strong relationships with elected officials, regulatory agencies, industry groups, and community stakeholders to advance corporate priorities and reputation.

This position requires a visionary, strategic thinker who can navigate complex legislative and regulatory environments, anticipate policy trends, and lead high-impact advocacy initiatives. The ideal candidate inspires and develops a high-performing team, promotes collaboration across internal functions, and acts as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on government affairs and public policy matters.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Develop and execute comprehensive government affairs and public affairs strategies aligned with the company’s business goals and regulatory environment.
• Serve as the primary liaison and spokesperson with government officials, regulatory bodies, and key external stakeholders worldwide.
• Lead proactive advocacy efforts to influence legislation, regulations, and public policy impacting the entertainment and media industries.
• Oversee monitoring and analysis of political, legislative, and regulatory developments to advise business units on risks and opportunities.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with elected officials, government agencies, industry coalitions, and community leaders.
• Collaborate closely with corporate communications, legal, regulatory affairs, and corporate social responsibility teams to ensure consistent messaging and integrated strategies.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing government affairs and public affairs team, fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability, and professional growth.
• Represent the company at industry events, legislative hearings, and public forums as needed.
• Drive initiatives related to corporate social responsibility and public-private partnerships to support community engagement and sustainability goals.

Qualifications & Experience…

• 15+ years of experience in government affairs, public affairs, or related roles within complex, regulated industries – preferably entertainment, media, or technology.
• Proven track record of successful legislative advocacy, regulatory engagement, and building influential relationships across local, state, federal, and international governments.
• Strong understanding of political, legal, and regulatory processes affecting the entertainment and media sector globally.
• Experience managing and developing multidisciplinary teams in high-stakes environments.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across internal functions and with external partners to achieve business objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Communications, or related field required.
• Advanced degree (Juris Doctor, Master of Public Administration, MBA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Additional Information…

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees.

Pay Range: $273,000.00 – $507,000.00 salary per year.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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