Sr Manager Communications & Business Partnering

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The Business Communications & Sustainability (BC&S) team brings Reynolds American’s purpose and brand to life through strategic storytelling and stakeholder engagement.

The Senior Manager, Communications & Business Partnering (Human Resources & Corporate Functions) serves as the strategic communications advisor to Reynolds’ Human Resources & Corporate Functions. This role ensures employees understand and connect with functional priorities while enabling leaders to communicate with clarity, credibility, and impact.

The role requires strong business partnering skills to translate functional objectives into communications strategies that drive alignment, engagement, and performance. With a focus on change communications, employee engagement, and insights-driven campaigns, this leader plays a critical role in connecting people to the business, enabling transformation, and advancing Reynolds’ purpose and commercial impact.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and Corporate Function leaders, aligning communication strategies with functional and enterprise objectives while anticipating needs and provide proactive counsel on communications opportunities, risks, and positioning.
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans that meet function and stakeholder objectives.
• Translate complex priorities into clear narratives and campaigns that highlight the commercial impact of HR and Corporate Functions enterprise-wide
• Lead communications for transformation initiatives, including technology adoption, organizational evolution, and process improvements.
• Equip leaders and managers with messaging and tools to help employees navigate change with confidence.
• Create and manage integrated communications campaigns across multiple platforms (intranet, digital signage, events, video, etc.).
• Own the annual communications cycle for HR and Corporate Functions ensuring alignment, sequencing, and resourcing.
• Manage budgets, agency partnerships, and timelines effectively in collaboration with Lead Manager, Communications Development.
• Support internal and external events and create/develop integrated communications materials.
• Partner with Corporate Brand and Internal Communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and coordinated execution across BC&S.

What are we looking for? 

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in internal, external and/or corporate communications, ideally in FMCG or highly regulated industries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and content management systems.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to advise senior leaders and shape communication strategies linked to business outcomes.
• Expertise in change communications and employee engagement.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with an ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively. Able to make technical and scientific content accessible and compelling.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using insights to measure and improve communications effectiveness.
• Highly collaborative, agile, and solutions‑oriented, able to operate independently with sound judgment, resilience under pressure, and full ownership of outcomes.
• Experience working effectively in matrixed organizations, influencing without direct authority and collaborating cross‑functionally.
• Demonstrated project management skills, able to manage multiple priorities, operate at pace, and deliver in complex, fast‑moving environments.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counselling service
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Company vehicle for eligible employees
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
• Paid Leave:
  • Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
  • Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
  • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
  • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
  • Funeral Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
  • Long-Term Disability Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Released Time for Children’s Education
  • Community Outreach Leave
  • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

• Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will 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.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atwppgeneral@RJRT.com.

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