Manager, Regulatory and Public Policy

Philip Morris International•Washington, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At 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, wherever 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. The Regulatory & Public Policy Group is a center of expertise specializing in areas that are critical to the regulatory, policy, and commercial success of PMI in the U.S. The DC team works to support advocacy and facilitate commercialization efforts both in terms of content generation and serving as subject matter experts. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong research, writing, and communication skills who can collaborate both internally and externally with key partners to coordinate and implement advocacy positions and engagement on policy matters impacting the development, authorization, and commercialization of FDA-authorized smoke-free products, as well as advancing tobacco harm reduction in the U.S. for the benefit of public health. Your ‘day to day’: Collaborate with External Affairs colleagues and other PMI functions to help plan, research, and develop key company positions, advocacy materials, and strategic communications. Conduct research and draft engagement materials related to federal and state regulation, fiscal policy, and oversight impacting the commercialization of our smoke-free products. Design policy positions and recommendations, prepare talking points, engagement materials, and serve as specialist for external engagement on specific policy issues, as needed in coordination with state, federal, and third-party advocacy teams. Independently manage outside vendors and/or work collaboratively with internal scientists and external affairs colleagues to assess and present on important health policy topics at internal meetings or external conferences. Provide key support by (1) collecting relevant market data and information involving key regulatory and legislative developments; (2) managing policy information in a central library; (3) generating trackers, reports, maps or other materials as needed; and (4) maintaining internal repositories of advocacy materials. Develop, draft, review, evaluate, and edit legislative principles and proposals. Identify, track, analyze, and advise on proposed legislation at state and federal levels. Bridge communication, facilitate decision making among key partners.

Requirements

3–7 years of experience in communications, government affairs, regulatory, or public policy—preferably within regulated industries, with a strong emphasis on FDA- and state-related issues.
Demonstrated experience with research and writing to inform company positions, initiatives, and strategy relating to FDA’s scientific review, regulation, and oversight.
Exceptional research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to distill complex regulatory and policy issues into clear, actionable insights.
Strong interpersonal and communications abilities, both written and verbal skills, with a track-record of relationship-building across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound judgment, with the ability to make informed decisions that lead to clear, measurable outcomes.
Proven project management experience, including the ability to lead initiatives independently in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Deep understanding of the U.S. policy landscape, including the interplay between federal, state, and local regulations, and the ability to anticipate and respond to emerging policy trends.
Familiarity with budgetary processes and how fiscal policy influences regulatory priorities and business strategy, including the ability to collaborate with economists or fiscal analysts to support policy development.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Design experience a plus.
Advanced degree in public policy, law, economics, public health, or a related field preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with External Affairs colleagues and other PMI functions to help plan, research, and develop key company positions, advocacy materials, and strategic communications.
Conduct research and draft engagement materials related to federal and state regulation, fiscal policy, and oversight impacting the commercialization of our smoke-free products.
Design policy positions and recommendations, prepare talking points, engagement materials, and serve as specialist for external engagement on specific policy issues, as needed in coordination with state, federal, and third-party advocacy teams.
Independently manage outside vendors and/or work collaboratively with internal scientists and external affairs colleagues to assess and present on important health policy topics at internal meetings or external conferences.
Provide key support by (1) collecting relevant market data and information involving key regulatory and legislative developments; (2) managing policy information in a central library; (3) generating trackers, reports, maps or other materials as needed; and (4) maintaining internal repositories of advocacy materials.
Develop, draft, review, evaluate, and edit legislative principles and proposals.
Identify, track, analyze, and advise on proposed legislation at state and federal levels.
Bridge communication, facilitate decision making among key partners.