BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey! British American Tobacco Chile has an exciting opportunity for a Government Affairs and External Communications Manager in Santiago, Chile. Key Objectives and ExpectationsWe are searching for a talented professional with experience in public policy to be part of our team in a big FMCG company. You will be responsible for public relations, ESG, external communication, stakeholders' engagement, as well as the analysis and strategic understanding of the business requirements, from Marketing and Trade, Finance, Legal and others, related to Corporate Affairs. To succeed in this role, you should be highly professional, soft skilled, analytical, and possess excellent communication skills (written and oral) to interact with internal and external stakeholders. High proficiency in English is required.
Direct Impact of This RoleMaintaining a positive corporate image for BAT while handling media requests as well as internal and external shareholder inquiries through strategic communication, branding, and crisis management.
Building relationships with the media, crafting messages, organizing events, and promoting products or services, all while anticipating and managing public perception.
GRADE: Mid-Senior Level
FUNCTION: CORA
CITY & COUNTRY: Santiago, Chile
Reports to: Head of Corporate Affairs Chile
Number of Direct Reports: 0 – 1
Core RelationshipsInternal: Sales, Marketing, Finance, Sourcing, Technology, and global areas
Geographic Scope: DRBU – CHILE
Travel Required: N/A
Your Key ResponsibilitiesStrong communication skills.Process information and identify and manage its impact on BAT's image.Determine how to externally communicate corporate perception and image.Forge relationships with key stakeholders, internal and external.Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop strategies for business growth.Analyze and understand the commercial needs of the company in the mass consumption sector.Collaborate with internal teams to collect, document, and validate requirements.Manage communication and agreements with global and regional areas.Manage relationships with local suppliers in our value chain.What Are We Looking For?Attorney, journalist, public relations professional.A minimum of 5 years' experience.Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.High proficiency in English (written and oral).Strong Leadership Skills to manage teams and influence business decisions through concise storytelling.Collaboration & communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.Familiarity with Agile Methodology.What We Offer You?We offer a market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility).Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives (subject to eligibility).Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement.You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.Why Join BAT?We're one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
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