Senior Manager, HRBP - Scientific Research & Development

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 Senior Manager HRBP – SR&D partners with senior leadership across Scientific Research & Development and globally Research & Science to help drive Reynold’s People vision and strategy. This role will be instrumental in shaping our culture, supporting our business strategies, and developing the talent pipeline necessary to deliver on our objectives.  You will be responsible for ensuring that leaders of people and individual contributors across our SR&D teams are informed and prepared with the information, tools and resources to actively bring our Core Values to life. The role will be expected to leverage best-in-class HR practices to lead, develop, deliver, and support programs that continue to make Reynolds a “Great Place to Work.”

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Employee Support for all SR&D G37 & Below Employees
• Primary strategic partner to SR&D Extended Leadership Teams in deploying HR Strategies, needs assessments and resulting HR solutions.
• Serve as a steward of HR Cycle Plan Activities (talent management & rewards processes) for SR&D to ensure executional excellence.
• Partner with Global R&S HRBP to align talent process and ways of working. This requires a high level of interaction with global stakeholders and a thorough understanding of the interdependences between SR&D and global R&S.
• Partner with Talent & OE team to Build Functional and Leadership Capability building plans for SR&D.
• Partner with SR&D Extended Leadership Teams to deploy SR&D Engagement Strategy (strong focus on empowerment and driving a listening culture).
• Partner with Extended SR&D LT to strategically design & deliver a fit-for-future-SR&D OD for the G36 and below levels. Support OD transformational projects for SR&D ensuring BAT OD Principles, Governance Process and Talent Principles are embedded in planning & execution.
• In addition to those responsibilities, this role provides leadership for driving the successful execution of the following for all of SR&D:
  
  • Ownership of Rewards Cycle Plan activities for SR&D.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree required;

• Minimum of five to seven years of experience in progressively responsible roles within human resources, including human resources business partner or “generalist” roles.

• Previous rotation in a specialist role is a plus. Experience

• Knowledgeable in leading edge business practices, trends and information; aware of reward and benefits strategies and innovative tactics being applied in the marketplace.

• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop individuals at all levels and with an array of skill sets.

• Solid project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in business, human resources or a related field preferred.

• Decisive, demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and shifting demands (most critical – will be used when advertising the role)

• Strong collaboration and team-oriented approach with an ability to positively influence others across an organization at all levels.

• Self-motivated, self-confident individual who is comfortable operating with minimal direction and who thrives in a dynamic environment as a leader influencing change and transformation.

BENEFICIAL

• Experience leveraging organizational design principles and strategies to drive organizational effectiveness preferred.

• Prior experience implementing talent strategies for a sales function highly preferred; experience in a multi-national global consumer products company would be beneficial.

• SHRM or HCI Certification preferred.
• Self-motivated, self-confident individual who is comfortable operating with minimal direction and who thrives in a dynamic environment as a leader influencing change and transformation.

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.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

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 employing a diverse workforce and 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 atTalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.