Vice President Government Affairs & Special Projects

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OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Vice President, Government Affairs & Special Projects will promote the company's work with key constituencies in Washington, DC; plan and organize special events; administer Paramount Global's Political Action Committee (PAC); and effectively strategize with the team to build and maintain relationships both on and off Capitol Hill. Reports to the Executive Vice President.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
• Organize and direct all aspects of special projects and events hosted by Paramount and its brands, or in conjunction with outside political and third-party groups (guest lists, invites, programming, swag, etc.).
• Coordinate regular screenings of Paramount films and television series.
• Plan all logistics for Congressional visits to Paramount's headquarters in NYC or divisional offices, including Paramount Studios in California.
• Promote and highlight the company's social impact work and partner with the CSR team.
• Manage Paramount's PAC including, distribute and track the annual solicitations, track the budget, serve as a liaison between compliance and payroll teams, and work with compliance on contributions.
• Build and maintain relationships with political fundraisers, political organizations, associations, and vendors.
• Create and maintain internal and external contact and distribution lists.
• Prepare lobbying disclosure filings.
• Assist in preparing Government Relations presentations for internal meetings.
• Coordinate and manage internal Government Relations staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• 10 years of relevant experience in the public affairs sector or for national non-profits.
• Knowledge and familiarity with federal political fundraising or PACs.
• Demonstrated experience organizing and managing special events in a congressional environment or government affairs position.
• Expertise and understanding of Capitol Hill.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Travel as needed.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Superb communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Possess sound judgement and strong acumen.
• Self-motivation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work and communicate with senior level corporate executives.
• Handle multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

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Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $203,200.00 - 254,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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