Senior External Affairs Manager

**BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.**
**To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey**

**BAT VIETNAM IS LOOKING FOR SENIOR EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MANAGER**

**SENIORITY LEVEL: Senior Management level**

**FUNCTION**:Corporate & Regulatory Affairs - External Engagement**

**SALARY RANGE: Competitive market salary + Bonus scheme + Excellent benefits**

**LOCATION: Hanoi, Vietnam**

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Manage overall country regulatory affairs agenda
- Promote the Corporate’s profile to all level of Governmental stakeholder to maintain good company reputation among investors and preferred partners
- Support Cluster Head of CORA to plan and implement stakeholder reputation management projects such as Long-Term Corp Stakeholder Mapping and Classification
- Examine current public policy and regulatory environments, analyze to identify risks and opportunities which affect the company and assess and prioritize emerging trends in regulations to determine the current and potential medium-term impacts.
- Manage a network of relationships with government authorities, where the company has specific business interest to adhere to the business’ needs and gain authority endorsement on company’s activities
- Support Cluster Head of CORA to deliver regulatory advice and obtain government licenses for Commercial and other Departments in project works where appropriate to ensure the company activities align with Vietnam Law and Corporate’s Global Standards
- Provide primary business intelligence on marketing activities from government sources and secondary intelligence on market and business development of competitors to ensure the company’s activities stay ahead in gaining competitive edge
- Coach & Build Capability within team member. Facilitate knowledge sharing within the wider function

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
- Minimum 10 years’ experience of government relations in a management level
- Extensive knowledge and practical experience in working with government agencies.
- Sound understanding of legal system
- Excellent commercial acumen
- Excellent written and spoken English Language
- Ability to perform in cross-functional, global, business environment and balance multiple tasks successfully

**What we offer you?**
- **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.