# Vice President, Government Affairs

Hiring organization: [The New York Times Company](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/the-new-york-times-company)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/a203c834-2222-458b-a4fc-ac0be4cbedcb

Listed on The New York Times Company's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Executive
- Location: New York, NY; Washington, DC
- Salary: 280000 – 320000 USD per year

## Summary

The New York Times is hiring a senior government relations leader to direct the company's policy strategy and legislative advocacy with U.S. and international officials. The role requires deep expertise in public policy, lobbying, and relationship-building with lawmakers to advance the company's interests on issues affecting journalism.

_Our summary, not The New York Times Company's wording._

## Required

- 15+ years government relations or legislative advocacy experience
- Experience with federal and state legislative and regulatory processes
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Economics, or related field
- Strong written and oral communication skills

## Nice to have

- Knowledge of press freedom, intellectual property, data privacy, or market competition policy
- Experience selecting and managing external lobbying firms and consultants
- Established network with lawmakers, legislative staff, and industry peers

Apply on The New York Times Company's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/thenewyorktimes/jobs/4722468005