Director, Global Affairs (Europe)

Who We Are Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our products are currently designed for console gaming systems, PC, and Mobile, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. While our offices (physical and virtual) are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions. The Challenge As Director, Global Affairs (Europe), you will take a leading role in Take-Two’s public policy activities across Europe, developing and implementing legislative and regulatory advocacy strategies on a broad range of issues in support of Take-Two’s business. You will collaborate with colleagues across Take-Two and work closely with industry trade associations in the region, while engaging with government representatives, regulatory officials, and civil society to advance laws, regulations, and policies that further Take-Two’s business interests. Reporting into the Vice President Associate General Counsel, Publishing Global Affairs, who is also based in London, you will be a key member of the broader Publishing Legal team. What You’ll Take On Collaborate with legal, business, communications, and product teams to provide strategic direction that guides the development of Take-Two’s policy positions and objectives. Design and implement advocacy strategies for achieving Take-Two’s policy objectives with relevant government representatives, regulatory officials, and civil society. Monitor, update, and advise on regulatory and legislative developments across Europe to assist in product development strategies and business priorities. Develop and implement external public policy initiatives and advocacy programs to support Take-Two’s policy objectives. Contribute to any regulatory and governmental inquiries Take-Two receives in Europe. Represent Take-Two in industry trade associations and actively contribute to discussions, meetings, and submissions. Represent Take-Two at industry trade events, legislative meetings, and other meaningful gatherings with relevant stakeholders. Travel with regularity to Brussels, and when necessary, elsewhere within the EU. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Public Policy, Public Administration, or Politics. 8+ years of experience in a public policy role, including significant experience working with governments, think tanks, civil society, industry trade associations, and relevant corporations. Strong understanding of the policy and decision-making processes used by legislative and regulatory bodies and non-governmental organisations in the UK and EU. Proven record in the development and oversight of a broad range of public policy programs, including issue management, campaign execution, coalition-building, political action and critical communications. Familiarity with media, entertainment, technology industries or other consumer-facing businesses that operate services reliant on intellectual property protections. Familiarity with existing and emerging online safety, age assurance, consumer protection, privacy, and AI laws around the world, and ability to identify emerging trends and develop forward-looking, creative public policy strategies to address such developments. Experienced and engaging public speaker, with a keen intellect, excellent d ... (truncated, view full listing at source)