Government Affairs Manager
British American Tobacco
Be a Part of BAT Nordics’ Diverse and Dynamic Team: Influence Industry Transformation as a Government Affairs Manager in a Leading Global Organisation.
British American Tobacco (BAT) is evolving at a rapid pace – unlike any organisation. BAT is committed to building A Better Tomorrow by transforming the way tobacco and nicotine products are used and consumed. As global trends shift rapidly in the industry, with changing generational attitude towards health and wellness, there is a significant growth in new product categories. These trends are particularly relevant in the Nordic markets, and BAT is therefore seeking an experienced Government Affairs professional to shape and execute external affairs strategies in Finland.
About the role
As Government Affairs Manager you will report to the Head of External Affairs – Nordics, working within a team of 7 experienced professionals. You will work in close collaboration with the business and have a huge impact on the decisions being made.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and leading strategies to ensure that government regulations impacting the business operations are balanced and fair. You will act as BAT’s primary representative in the market, managing relationships with governments, political institutions, and other key stakeholders. Additionally, you will monitor and analyse the external political landscape to ensure that regulations support both business needs and BAT’s corporate reputation. Your role will also involve coordinating all external activities to address regulatory issues in alignment with their business strategies.
About you
To success in the role we expect you to have proven experience in government and regulatory affairs, ideally gained within an FMCG company, political or public institutions, consultancy, or in-house roles. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of government and regulatory processes and a strong track record of managing diverse stakeholders on complex regulatory issues. Proactive communication skills are highly valued.
Additionally, the candidate should be fluent in both Finnish and English, with proficiency in other languages considered an advantage.
Apply now!
BAT excels in developing their people and is very proud of what they offer their employees, working hard to ensure the best possible standards – which have earned BAT the Top Employer certificate for 10 consecutive years.
The recruitment process is carried out in collaboration with the consulting company Compass Human Resources Group. If you need further information about the position, please contact Research Consultant, Rebecca Saks on +45 70 20 12 75. All enquiries will be handled with confidentiality. Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis. Therefore, we ask you to apply as soon as possible to make sure that your application is taken into consideration.
Deadline for application: As soon as possible
Workplace: Helsinki
Reference: 2407.196
Company: British American Tobacco
