Corporate Affairs Executive

BAT is evolving at pace 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!

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?  

• Manage the activities of the Corporate Affairs team with a focus on developing communication materials, including key messages, briefing documents, and other corporate affairs assets to support internal and external communications

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

Proactively support Corporate Affairs Manager in managing of the corporate affairs activities as well as media management

• Manage media inquiries and corporate communications
• Prepare press releases and media conferences
• Act as one of BATs spokesperson for media and public
• Prepare content and background information for interviews, key company messages, and corporate positions
• Monitor press reports, manage media clippings, and corporate newsletters
• Manage and work closely with media agency to ensure appropriate communication of company key messages
• Implement corporate and marketing communication campaigns in line with corporate brand guidelines
• Manage and update internal and external corporate websites
• Plan and organize activities for internal and public events
• Manage internal media training
• Work in close collaboration with the legal team on all matters which entail reputational aspect

ESSENTIAL

Experience Required

• Professional experience with at least 4-10 years of relevant communications / media / public relations
• Working experience in either a PR Agency or a multinational FMCG company preferred

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• In-depth understanding of the media landscape and strong relationships with journalists
• Good knowledge of relevant local media landscape and the political environment
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to manage tasks in timely manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, incl. presentation skills
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills, ability to manage budget
• Ability to research and produce high quality written documents
• Proficiency in written and spoken Korean and English
• Creative and enquiring mind: preferably extrovert and intuitive
• Good interpersonal and team skills
• Ability to handle multitude of projects and issues at one time
• Proficient in MS Office
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field

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
• 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

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. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of 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, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an 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 experience here.

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. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.