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Expression of Interest: Senior Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Contract Type Permanent
Career Level Experienced Professional
Function Corporate & Regulatory Affairs
Salary Range Competitive salary
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Why Corporate and Regulatory Affairs? Overview

Why Corporate and Regulatory Affairs?

Our mission is to responsibly shape our environment to enable sustainable growth for A Better Tomorrow™. Our global Corporate and Regulatory Affairs team strive to make valuable contributions transparently and with integrity through regulation, external engagement, fiscal affairs, international trade, scientific regulation, global policy development and business communication.

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Why BAT?

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs, we’re dedicated to purposeful careers - It's one of the many reasons we have been named as a Global Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year.

We believe that Leadership shouldn’t be confined to titles. It’s a mindset and through our leading Learning and Development programmes, you’ll continuously develop your skills and experience. With our unwavering support, you’ll work in cross functional teams connecting with industry leaders and expanding your professional network.

Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.

A Better Tomorrow

Building a Smokeless World is no small feat—it’s fueled by the collective efforts of talented individuals, each bringing their unique perspective. This is the most innovative chapter in BAT’s history, and you can help shape it.

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Expression of Interest: Senior Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Manager

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

We are seeking for someone with strategy planning and implementation, external engagement and communications with the aim of achieving regulation which balances both the business imperatives and corporate reputation of BAT.

Reports to: Cluster Head of CORA – Malaysia

Location: Kuala Lumpur

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Regulatory Affairs (60%)

  • Ownership of regulatory strategies on company’s political and regulatory/public affairs initiatives for both tobacco products and reduced risk products.
  • Understanding collaborators’ needs and goals and advance those goals and how best to engage with them for regulatory change.
  • Engaging with external collaborators to advocate BAT’s priorities including preparing briefs on industry issues, facilitating meetings with key collaborators.
  • Facilitate organisational engagement on agreed strategies, including the leadership team and advise on related risks.
  • Ensure a robust risk management approach and embedded culture in the development and delivery of regulatory activities.
  • To support other members of the wider CORA team, locally and in other markets.

Corporate Affairs (40%)

  • Drive development to execution of communications strategies to drive the company’s communications initiatives.
  • Understanding business priorities and goals through communications strategies.
  • Overlook key industry issues and the external environment in the media that could have impact on BAT regulatory agenda.
  • Leading all aspects of the work of third parties and provide ongoing management of all traditional and digital media and public relations material and activities.

WE ARE BAT

At BAT, we are committed to our Purpose of crafting A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
  • Newly established Tech Hubs building outstanding capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most balanced companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business.

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Our Values

At BAT, our values show us the way to bring our purpose to life. Serving as our compass, they navigate every aspect of our path towards A Better Tomorrow™ defining how we innovate, grow, and achieve success while setting high standards for individual achievement and collective progress. Rooted in integrity and collaboration, they empower us as pioneers of change in a world that never stands still ensuring we shape BAT's legacy with confidence and purpose.

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  • Truly inclusive
  • Do the right thing
  • Love for our consumer
  • Passion to win
  • Empowered through trust
  • Stronger together
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Take Control of Your Future with BAT

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs, we’re dedicated to purposeful careers.

We believe that everyone has a place in our organisation. Whether you are seeking mentorship, diversifying your experience through international assignments or embracing innovative work methods, we’re here to propel your career aspirations and unleash your full potential.

We believe in you.
Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.

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“After having worked on end market and area level, I now have the pleasure to be part of the global CORA Business Communications team. While the first task was to create a new Global Corporate Campaigning team, our team objective for 2025 and beyond is to define, develop and implement - in close cooperation with the regions and markets - the BAT voice corporate campaigning eco-system.”

Benefits

At our core, we understand your best work happens when you feel fully supported. Our meticulously
designed reward and benefits package are shaped to acknowledge your contributions and to magnify
your impact. As you grow, so do we.

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Social Wellbeing

Wellbeing is better when it’s shared. Benefits that foster a sense of community and connection among employees. The more time we make to give back and share what it means to live well with the communities around us, the closer we’ll be to them. We encourage positive social interactions inside and outside BAT, enhance collaboration, and create a supportive work environment where employees feel valued and connected.

Emotional Wellbeing

Balancing work and life to help you recharge and stay resilient. Benefits and initiatives that are designed to bolster our employees' mental health. At BAT we're fostering a culture of to help our employees to better manage life’s pressures and build resilience, no matter what life throws your way.

Physical Wellbeing

Good health is the cornerstone that allows everything else in our lives to align. Benefits that support our employees' physical health, expand coverage where needed it and promote healthy lifestyles, reducing stress and boosting overall energy and productivity.

Financial Wellbeing

Peace of mind is priceless, but it shouldn’t cost the earth. Benefits and initiatives designed to assist you in achieving financial stability and security, empowering you to make well informed financial decisions, alleviate financial stress, and enhance your short and long-term prospects.

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