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BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are 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 TobaccoUnited Kingdomhas an exciting opportunity for a Manager - Business Controls in London
This new role is to support the Controller – Business Controls, the Head of Business Controls and senior BAT collaborators in ensuring BAT’s compliance with the new provision 29 requirements arising from the updated 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code published by the UK Financial Reporting Council in January 2024 (effective from 1 January 2026 for BAT Plc).
The role is responsible for supporting the Controller – Business Controls to design, implement and complete a practical, proportionate UK Corporate Governance Code Internal Controls programme – using insights from case studies from peer companies, professional service firms and other advisors.
The role will include:
1.Planning and delivery of BAT’s UK Corporate Governance Code Internal Controls programme (effective date 1 January 2026), including project management & tracking of progress across implementation year (2025) and delivery (2026 onwards).
2.Update BAT’s Internal controls framework & methodology to cater for UK Corporate Code revised requirements.
3.Material control definition (during implementation year 2025):
- Establish a list of material controls including criteria to settle their efficiency
- Assign ownership and oversight for each material control – and cooperate with Risk owners and Functional leaders
- Agree upon a target level of confidence required for each material control
- Prepare control operation guidelines inc. templates, documentation requirements, evidence guides
4. Organizational change & comms to the business partners – during implementation in 2025 and ‘Business as Usual-BAU’ from 2026 onwards.
5.Bi-annual refresh (2026 onwards) of material controls based on BAT’s Group risk assessment (ERM) cycle.
6.Training & mentoriship for the business control owners & operators on control implementation, documentation requirements, evidence requirements, target confidence levels etc.
7.Assurance:
8.Remediation support & further training / mentorship.
9.Reporting to key partners & Governance forums inc. running of Project Steering Committee & reporting to BAT’s key governance forums including BAT plc Audit Committee, Corporate Audit Committee, Disclosure Committee.
10.People management: Develop team of colleagues from BAT’s co-source partner including activity assignment, delegation, on the job guidance, monitoring and review.
- Establish a coordinated assurance process that includes systems, a defined methodology and cadence – covering self-assessment and 2nd line assurance.
- Build and agree plan for Dry run testing (2025) & ‘BAU’ testing (2026 onwards).
- Deliver dry run testing (2025) & ‘BAU testing’ (2026 onwards) inc. control self-assessment, control design and operating efficiency assessment with support from BAT’s internal controls co-source partner.
Broader Internal controls activities
1.Business partnering: Build and maintain good working relationships with management (e.g. Functional leadership, Business unit FDs & Controllers) from across BAT to define & implement material controls, support remediation of control issues, including designing practical and proportionate solutions to remediate deficiencies or gaps in control.
2.Reporting: Prepare concise, relevant reporting of status, results and key findings for BAT Management and Governance forums inc. Project SteerCo, Business unit risk committees, Regional Finance Leadership Teams, Functional Leadership Teams, Disclosure Committee, Regional, Corporate and BAT plc Audit Committes
3.Controls advisory: Provide internal controls design expertise to support business process, system or service organisation changes including:
- Process mapping, identification and ranking of risks
- Design of practical material controls and supporting operating procedures, templates, guidance, identification of opportunities to optimise controls through automation, standardisation and centralisation
- Develop and deliver controls training.
- Work with BAT management to ensure controls are embedded and support management in remediation of control issues.
4.People management: People management responsibility, including:
- setting clear, measurable objectives
- effective delegation
- providing on the job coaching and guidance timely, clear and balanced feedback on their performance and development needs
What are we looking for?
- Possess a "Degree or equivalent experience" along with a relevant professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA;
- 3+ years PQE;
- Strong Internal controls’ experience – either via professional services (Big Four - external audit, advisory) or working within the finance or internal controls team at a global multi-national (ideally FMCG);
- Experience of working with SEC registrants and SOx environment is preferred but not crucial
What we offer you?
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.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experiencehere.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
- Possess a "Degree or equivalent experience" along with a relevant professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA;
- 3+ years PQE;
- Strong Internal controls’ experience – either via professional services (Big Four - external audit, advisory) or working within the finance or internal controls team at a global multi-national (ideally FMCG);
- Experience of working with SEC registrants and SOx environment is preferred but not crucial
- 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
- 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, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
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