Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Manager

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!

The Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Manager for Taiwan Cluster (Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau) will play a pivotal role in shaping the regulatory landscape for the organisation, ensuring full compliance with local laws and regulations, and gathering critical regulatory intelligence. This position requires an experienced professional with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory environments, and a proven ability to engage with key collaborators to promote a sustainable and favourable business landscape.

Reports to: Area Head of Corporate and Regulatory Affairs - APMEA North

Geographic Scope: Taiwan & Hong Kong

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitor and analyse legislative and regulatory developments in Taiwan and Hong Kong, providing timely intelligence and strategic advice to management and relevant departments for compliance.
• Engage with government authorities, industry associations, and other external partners to represent the organisation’s interests and contribute to policy dialogues.
• Implement regulatory strategies to support business objectives and foster a sustainable regulatory environment
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements throughout the organisation.
• Cultivate media relations and draw on their support when the need arises to ensure the organisation receives accurate and balanced media coverage.
• Act as a key liaison point or company spokesperson with relevant individuals and collaborator groups.
• Drive the partnership between HR and CORA to design and deliver activities, which generate internal understanding about, establishes commitment to, and aligns behaviour with the guiding principles of the organisation

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Bachelor or above degrees, preferably in Political Science, Law, Public Policy, Communication
• Dynamic corporate and regulatory affairs veteran with 7++ years professional experience in the Taiwan market
• Great diplomacy and superior communications skills in English and Chinese
• Thorough knowledge of the Taiwan political system and processes and clear understanding of the processes of media, government, legislature and agencies/printers
• Proved record of representing companies to stakeholders, ability to work well with all levels of staff, and a strong management and leadership skill.

Beneficial

• Local media experience and relationships
• Local political experience and relationship

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.