Universal Studios Hollywood · 2 hours ago
Associate Manager Contracts Compliance
Universal Studios Hollywood is part of NBCUniversal, a leading media and entertainment company. The Associate Manager, Licensing & Compliance is responsible for supporting licensing and compliance efforts, ensuring that all necessary licenses and permits are obtained and maintained for business operations while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.
Location Based ServicesMusic
Responsibilities
Prepare, submit, and monitor applications for all required business licenses and permits, including but not limited to: Liquor licenses – California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (in coordination with zoning and land use requirements)
Scanner/point-of-sale licenses – Los Angeles County Treasurer & Tax Collector
Ride and Amusement Device Mechanical Ride Business Licenses
Entertainment licenses – County and, as necessary, City of Los Angeles
Music PRO licenses – ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, etc
Charitable solicitation registrations – for Discover A Star Foundation (LA County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk and City of Los Angeles Office of Finance)
Coordinate with internal departments, including Operations, Legal, Food & Beverage, Attractions, Entertainment, Events, and Human Resources, to gather documentation and ensure all requirements are met
Submit renewals well before expiration deadlines to prevent any lapse in licensure or operational disruption
Track and interpret changes to Los Angeles County ordinances, City of Los Angeles codes, and California state regulations that impact health, liquor, entertainment, charitable solicitation, and amusement operations
Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and industry licensing organizations to ensure continued compliance and effective communication
Supply all tracking items for active licenses, permits, expiration dates, renewal timelines, and associated fees to Legal Coordinator for upkeep and manage in Universal contracts databases
Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for internal departments, tenants, franchisees, and operators on licensing requirements within unincorporated Los Angeles County
Provide guidance and support to the Discover A Star Foundation on charitable solicitation compliance and reporting
Create user-friendly reference guides, checklists, and SOPs that simplify complex licensing processes
Conduct workshops, webinars, and consultations to reinforce understanding of regulatory obligations
Provide additional support, as needed, to the Senior Manager, Leasing, and the UDX new ventures initiatives (e.g., license tracking, etc.)
Maintain accurate and organized digital and physical records of all license applications, approvals, renewals, and agency correspondence
Provide regular compliance reports, renewal status updates, and tracking summaries to USH and CityWalk partners as needed
Develop, document, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) reflecting current licensing processes and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in licensing, permitting, compliance, or regulatory affairs
Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly accountable
Skilled in managing multiple priorities across high-risk license categories
Strong relationship management and client service orientation
Adaptable to changing regulations and business needs
Collaborative team player with a commitment to operational excellence and compliance integrity
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Legal Studies, or related field preferred
Experience with Los Angeles County and City of Los Angeles licensing processes strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and compliance tracking systems preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
A variety of other discounts and perks
Company
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is a film studio and theme park in the Universal City community of the San Fernando Valley.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-05
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