Director Regulatory Communications U.S.

Be a part of a revolutionary change!

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.

Our beautiful HQ in Stamford, CT is just steps away from the Stamford Metro-North Train Station and easily accessible from NYC.

PMI’s U.S. affiliate is on a mission to improve public health. We’re doing that by providing the 45 million American nicotine consumers - 30 million of whom smoke or use other traditional tobacco – with innovative products that help them switch to better alternatives.

The Communication Director will work closely with the External Affairs team and Global Communications Team to effectively develop and communicate the U.S. strategy. This position is responsible for leading the strategy, messaging, campaigns and regulatory communications for the US External Affairs Team. Candidates should have previous experience working in a fast-paced environment directly with Members of Congress, Administration officials, Governors, other high-level principals and/or as a communication director for a political campaign.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter; with a strong political acumen, possess a broad media network, provide expertise in the use of digital and social media within campaigns, have a strong attention to detail; be highly organized and able to put in place effective and efficient processes to complete required tasks. Knowledge of the tobacco industry, health care, and the Food and Drug Administration would be valuable.

Your ‘day to day’:

• Lead, plan, evaluate, and operationalize the regulatory communications strategy aligned with the company’s mission, vision, strategy and goals including earned, owned and paid efforts.
• Manage and supervise the U.S. Regulatory Communications team, providing clarity of roles and responsibilities as well as growth, development and engagement opportunities.
• Act as company spokesperson for in different federal, state, and media inquiries and pitches.
• Develop and execute local, state and federal communications strategy in alignment with External Affairs and U.S. strategy. This will include leading regulatory communications campaigns at the state level.
• Create, manage and measure the impact of communications campaigns targeting regulators and activists, in line with External Affairs Team. Develop or discontinue based on campaign KPIs.
• Lead at both a strategic and tactical level with State and Federal Affairs Team. Counsel External Affairs Leadership on communications issues, strategies and events.
• Execute rapid response communications strategies, adjusting priorities to manage new and emerging special situations external to the organization.
• Provide rapid, high quality executive communications support and counsel to the External Affairs Leadership.
• Write and develop stories/content for different platforms (e.g., corporate website, social media) including thought leadership pieces.
• Initiate analyses of special situations that might impact PMI; develop and execute proactive/reactive plans for issues management by looking around corners.
• Develop annual operating plan and budget, and quarterly forecast updates, in partnership with External Affairs team. Manage vendors on local assignments.
• Continually evaluate existing and potential communications channels to improve PMI’s presence and reach maximizing impact and effectiveness.
• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships (Human Resources, Investor Relations, Government Affairs, site heads, Global Communications, etc.) to establish a deep understanding of the PMI’s business and culture and apply to communications programs.

Who we’re looking for:

• Someone with bachelor’s degree required, with preference for degrees in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science with 15-20 years or equivalent mix of education and experience in Corporate or Government Communications.
• An exceptional writer (including grammar and punctuation) and presentation (oral and visual) skills.
• An experienced leader who has demonstrated ability supervising a team of communicators and PR professionals. Strong leadership skills, assertiveness and ability to develop staff members.
• Working knowledge of Federal/State Government Affairs and the legislative process. Background in political/corporate speechwriting would be appreciated.
• Awareness of digital and traditional news and political influencers space and advertising. Technological ability to work on a variety of digital platforms and create web and mobile content.
• Ability to process complex details and simplify them for average audiences in all forms of communications and media. Agile and experience with operating within a real time communications environment.
• Experience leading agency teams with demonstrated results.
• Experience with media pitching, booking television appearances interviews, prepping a principal for print & television interviews appearances.
• Willingness to take and provide constructive feedback up, down and laterally within the organization
• Ability to manage budgets, including the forecasting of annual and quarterly projection, project management and planning. Organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize projects while working on a deadline or in a fast-paced environment

Annual Base Salary Range: $176,300-235,000

What we offer

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees.

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022.

Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.