Director, Global Affairs (Europe) in London

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 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.

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 decision-making skills, and the ability to confidently influence and interact at all levels, including senior management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and a strong ability to balance multiple matters simultaneously and appropriately prioritize projects.
• Experience of partnering with industry trade associations in different geographies and ability to successfully advocate and secure support for Take-Two’s interests within those associations.
• Ability to work with teams across multiple functions and departments to build consensus and drive change.
• Genuine desire and enthusiasm to work in the video games industry; must be a great teammate with common sense, kindness, good humor, and dedication to succeeding together.
• Ability and willingness to travel; this role will require significant travel within the EU.

What We Offer You:

• Great Company Culture: Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.
• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.
• Work Hard, Play Hard: Our employees bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges.
• UK Benefits: Pension scheme with company contribution, Private Medical Insurance (PMI), Life Assurance, Income Protection, and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Perks: Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events, and a charitable giving platform with company match.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“T2”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization.