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Head Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs

$215.6k per year
Full-time

Philip Morris International

This position is at Philip Morris International

The selection process will be fully managed by Philip Morris International.

This opportunity is available in Toronto - Canada, Ottawa - Canada.

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**BE A PART OF A REVOLUTIONARY CHANGE** At Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (“RBH”), Philip Morris International’s subsidiary in Canada, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on smoke-free products. With huge change comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the **freedom** to **dream up** and **deliver better**, brighter solutions and the space to advance your career in endlessly different directions. **Embracing Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion** We believe that **diversity, equity, and inclusion** are essential drivers of innovation and success. Our commitment is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to share their unique perspectives. We celebrate the innovation that diversity fosters and recognize that each employee's capabilities, experiences, and perspectives add value to our teams and our work. **Equal Employment Opportunity** We are committed to providing **equal employment opportunity** regardless of race, ancestry, colour, religion, marital/family status (including pregnancy), national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, immigrant and newcomer status, age, citizenship, or disability. We strive to recognize and value diversity and equity, and to ensure the inclusion of equity-deserving groups and the four designated groups under the Employment Equity Act: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. We value, respect, and equally support applicants from these groups. **Your ‘day to day’ (Key Responsibilities)** * Build and manage relationships with key political stakeholders, including government officials, advisors, and relevant third parties, to advance regulatory and business objectives * Identify and engage influential stakeholders to shape regulatory and fiscal agendas * Monitor, analyze, and anticipate political and legislative developments to inform strategy and decision-making * Develop and execute stakeholder engagement and advocacy campaigns * Lead and develop a high-performing Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs team, fostering collaboration, capability building, and engagement * Ensure an effective organizational set-up, optimizing resources and driving performance * Ensure all activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and RBH & PMI policies and standards **WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR** We are seeking an experienced government relations leader with a proven ability to shape policy, influence stakeholders, and advance business priorities in complex, regulated environments. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in the Canadian political landscape, a track record of engaging senior government stakeholders, and the ability to translate business objectives into effective advocacy strategies. They are a credible and respected leader with strong political acumen, capable of leading high-performing teams and operating with integrity, sound judgment, and a strong compliance mindset. **Key requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field is an asset. * 8–12+ years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or public policy * Proven track record of engaging and influencing senior government stakeholders * Strong understanding of Canadian political and regulatory environments * Experience developing and executing policy and advocacy strategies * Leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams * Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills * Experience in highly regulated industries is an asset **WHAT WE OFFER** * The opportunity to shape public policy and regulatory frameworks in a transforming industry * A collaborative, fast-paced, and international environment * Opportunities for career growth and development within a global organization * Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits package * Flexible and inclusive work environment For this position, the salary starts at $215,600 CAD based annually You will also 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. **This job posting is related to an existing vacancy** **WHO WE ARE** Our parent company, PMI, is one of the world’s leading international tobacco companies. In addition to the manufacture and sale of cigarettes, PMI is engaged in the development and commercialization of smoke-free products. RBH is thrilled to announce that we have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work, a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Click on the following link to learn more about what RBH believes: [ We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us. We use artificial intelligence in the form of algorithmic software in the application process to create efficiencies when sorting applicants and facilitating an effective screening process. Notwithstanding, the artificial intelligence software does not engage in autonomous candidate rejection and requires human intervention in screening relevant applications. If you are unable to apply for a position online or require any further accommodation during our recruitment process, please contact: [View email address on joinrs.com](mailto:View email address on joinrs.com). **FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:** RBH LinkedIn: [ Facebook: [ X: [ RBH website: [ #RBH **Key things to know before you apply:** Be legally permitted to work in Canada. **FAITES PARTIE D'UN CHANGEMENT RÉVOLUTIONNAIRE** Chez Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (« RBH »), filiale de Philip Morris International au Canada, nous avons choisi de faire quelque chose d'incroyable. Nous transformons totalement notre entreprise et construisons notre avenir sur des produits sans fumée. Avec un grand changement vient une grande opportunité. Donc, où que vous nous rejoigniez, vous aurez la liberté d'imaginer et de proposer des solutions meilleures et plus lumineuses, ainsi que l'espace pour faire progresser votre carrière dans des directions infiniment différentes. **Adopter la diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion** Nous croyons que la diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion sont des moteurs essentiels de l'innovation et du succès. Notre engagement est de créer un lieu de travail où chacun se sent valorisé, respecté et habilité à partager ses perspectives uniques. Nous célébrons l'innovation que la diversité favorise et reconnaissons que les capacités, les expériences et les perspectives de chaque employé ajoutent de la valeur à nos équipes et à notre travail. **Égalité des chances en matière d'emploi** Nous nous engageons à offrir l'égalité des chances en matière d'emploi, indépendamment de la race, de l'ascendance, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'état civil/familial (y compris la grossesse), de l'origine nationale, du sexe, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité/expression de genre, du statut d'immigrant et de nouveau venu, de l'âge, de la citoyenneté ou du handicap. Nous nous efforçons de reconnaître et de valoriser la diversité et l'équité, et d'assurer l'inclusion des groupes méritant l'équité et des quatre groupes désignés en vertu de la Loi sur l'équité en matière d'emploi : les femmes, les peuples autochtones, les personnes handicapées et les membres des minorités visibles. Nous valorisons, respectons et soutenons également les candidats issus de ces groupes. **VOTRE QUOTIDIEN** * Établir et entretenir des relations solides avec les **principaux intervenants politiques**, notamment les représentants gouvernementaux, les conseillers et les tiers pertinents, afin de faire progresser les priorités réglementaires et commerciales * Identifier, cartographier et mobiliser activement les **parties prenantes influentes** pour contribuer à façonner les agendas réglementaires et fiscaux * Surveiller, analyser et anticiper les **évolutions politiques, législatives et réglementaires**, et traduire ces informations en recommandations concrètes pour soutenir la prise de décision * Élaborer et mettre en œuvre des **stratégies d’engagement des parties prenantes et de représentation (advocacy)** alignées sur les objectifs de l’entreprise * Diriger et développer une **équipe performante en affaires gouvernementales et affaires réglementaires**, en favorisant la collaboration, le développement des capacités et l’engagement * Assurer une **organisation efficace**, optimiser l’allocation des ressources et piloter la performance en fonction des priorités stratégiques * Veiller à ce que toutes les activités soient menées en **pleine conformité avec les lois, règlements applicables ainsi que les politiques et standards de RBH et PMI** **CE QUE NOUS RECHERCHONS** Nous recherchons un(e) leader expérimenté(e) en affaires gouvernementales, doté(e) d’une capacité démontrée à influencer les politiques publiques, mobiliser les parties prenantes et faire progresser les priorités d’affaires dans des environnements complexes et fortement réglementés. Le ou la candidat(e) idéal(e) possède une solide connaissance du paysage politique canadien, un historique éprouvé d’engagement auprès d’intervenants gouvernementaux de haut niveau, ainsi que la capacité de traduire les objectifs d’affaires en stratégies d’influence efficaces. Il/elle est un(e) leader crédible et respecté(e), doté(e) d’un fort sens politique, capable de diriger des équipes performantes tout en faisant preuve d’intégrité, de jugement éclairé et d’un haut niveau de rigueur en matière de conformité. **Exigences clés :** * Baccalauréat requis; une maîtrise en politiques publiques, en droit, en science politique ou dans un domaine connexe constitue un atout * 8 à 12+ années d’expérience en affaires gouvernementales, affaires réglementaires ou politiques publiques * Expérience avérée en **engagement et influence auprès d’intervenants gouvernementaux de haut niveau** * Solide compréhension des **environnements politiques et réglementaires au Canada** * Expérience dans le développement et la mise en œuvre de **stratégies de politiques publiques et de représentation (advocacy)** * Expérience en gestion et en développement d’équipes * Excellentes compétences en **communication, négociation et gestion des parties prenantes** * Une expérience dans des secteurs fortement réglementés constitue un atout **CE QUE NOUS OFFRONS** * L’occasion de contribuer à façonner les **politiques publiques et les cadres réglementaires** dans un secteur en pleine transformation * Un environnement **collaboratif, dynamique et international** * Des opportunités de **croissance et de développement de carrière** au sein d’une organisation mondiale * Une **rémunération compétitive**, incluant bonis et avantages sociaux * Un milieu de travail **flexible et inclusif** Pour ce poste, le salaire annuel de départ est de 215 600 $ CAD Vous ferez également partie d'une culture d'entreprise inclusive et diversifiée, où la contribution de chacun est respectée. Collaborez avec certains des meilleurs professionnels au monde et sentez-vous à votre place, **Cette offre d'emploi est liée à un poste vacant existant** **QUI NOUS SOMMES** Notre société mère PMI est l'une des principales entreprises internationales de tabac au monde. En plus de la fabrication et de la vente de cigarettes, PMI s'engage dans le développement et la commercialisation de produits sans fumée. RBH est ravi d'annoncer que nous avons été officiellement certifiés comme un Great Place to Work, un témoignage de notre engagement à favoriser une culture de travail positive et inclusive. Cliquez sur le lien suivant pour en savoir plus sur ce que RBH croit : [ Nous accueillons et encourageons les candidats à atteindre leur plein potentiel avec nous. Nous utilisons l'intelligence artificielle sous la forme d'un logiciel algorithmique dans le processus de candidature pour créer des efficacités lors du tri des candidats et faciliter un processus de sélection efficace. Néanmoins, le logiciel d'intelligence artificielle ne rejette pas de manière autonome les candidats et nécessite une intervention humaine pour examiner les candidatures pertinentes. Si vous ne pouvez pas postuler en ligne pour un poste ou si vous avez besoin de toute autre accommodement pendant notre processus de recrutement, veuillez contacter : [View email address on joinrs.com](mailto:View email address on joinrs.com). **SUIVEZ-NOUS SUR LES RÉSEAUX SOCIAUX :** RBH LinkedIn: [ Facebook: [ X: [ Site web de RBH : [ #RBH **Éléments clés à savoir avant de postuler :** Être légalement autorisé à travailler au Canada.

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