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About this Manager, Government Affairs role at News Corp Australia

News Corp Australia · Onsite · Washington DC-1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Job Description :

News Corp is a global diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content to consumers and businesses throughout the world. The company comprises businesses across a range of media, including: news and information services, book publishing, digital real estate services and cable network programming in Australia.


News Corp seeks a government affairs professional to be Manager, Government Affairs. This role will play a key part in shaping the policy environment impacting journalism, digital platforms, and emerging technologies, helping to advance News Corp’s strategic priorities in Washington. Responsibilities include advocacy of the company's positions with the Administration and Congress; executing advocacy and engagement strategies; and maintaining strong relationships with federal policymakers and key state policymakers on behalf of the company.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including congressional and executive branch staff, third-party groups, and coalitions.

  • Track and provide policy and political analysis on legislation pertaining to issues like generative AI, privacy, intellectual property, etc. 

  • Support the development and execution of federal advocacy strategies aligned with News Corp’s public policy priorities.

  • Represent the company at congressional hearings, briefings, and industry forums, synthesizing insights into actionable recommendations for internal stakeholders.

  • Prepare briefings, talking points, and other materials to support News Corp executive leadership engagements with Members of Congress, Executive Branch officials, and other relevant senior stakeholders.

  • Preparing backgrounders, statements, lines of questioning, questions for the record, and other relevant information for congressional hearings.

  • Engage with trade associations and industry coalitions to coordinate on shared policy priorities.

  • Partner cross-functionally with legal, communications, product, and business teams to align policy positions with company strategy.

  • Work as part of a small and nimble team to advance the goals of the company, and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • A minimum of five (5) years of relevant government affairs or public policy experience, including direct experience working on Capitol Hill, the Executive Branch, a political consulting firm, or within a company's government affairs department.

  • Established relationships with Congressional offices, committee staff, and relevant federal agencies.

  • Deep knowledge of federal legislative rules, procedures, and processes, including the ability to monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments in real time.

  • Experience working on technology, media, or intellectual property policy issues preferred.

  • Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes in a complex policy environment.

  • Strong political judgment and ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.

  • Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships.

  • Outstanding research, writing, and communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to distill complex policy issues into clear and concise materials for internal and external audiences.

  • Flexible team player with the ability to effectively prioritize concurrent projects, execute tasks, and meet deadlines while demonstrating professionalism.

  • Ability to work independently while demonstrating exceptional judgment and discretion.

TRAVEL HOURS & WORK:

  • The position may require extended work hours as attendance at certain evening events will be required.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. EEO/Disabled/Vets

Reasonable Accommodation

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Base Pay Range: $150,000 - $175,000 + Bonus

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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About News Corp Australia

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print platforms. Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take contr

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