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Job OpportunityBritish 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 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.
Role ImpactMaintaining 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 to corporate perception and image.Forging 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 the communication and agreements with global and regional areas.Manage the relationship 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.
Collaboration, inclusion, and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us.
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