Corporate and regulatory affairs
Within the Corporate and Regulatory Affairs function, you will be exposed to the following areas: Reputation Management, Communications Management and Regulation Management. In addition to this you can also have an assignment in other functions, for example in Marketing. Through these assignments you should have a better understanding of corporate social responsibility and corporate communication as well as an understanding of how to work with regulators and other stakeholders.
Reputation Management
Corporate Social Responsibility and Reputation Management are essential components for British American Tobacco to operate as a responsible company. During your programme you will develop further knowledge and insight into:
- Understanding of what Reputation Management means.
- Full understanding of the Business Principles.
- Understanding of stakeholder mapping and classification.
- Understanding of CSR Governance.
- Knowledge of the British American Tobacco sustainability reporting process, its key stages and principles.
- Understanding of all CSR related activities, for example Corporate Social Investments, Biodiversity, International Marketing Standards.
- Understanding of Health and Science
Communications Management
Communicating effectively with stakeholders is crucial for the company. As part of your programme, you will understand some of these key elements:
- Understand and apply a strategic approach to external and internal communication – research, planning, execution and measurement.
- Different internal and external communication tools uses, and the benefits of each.
Regulation Management
British American Tobacco supports sensible regulation and is willing to work with regulators and all other stakeholders to find solutions which take into account interests of both smokers and non-smokers. Having a clear understanding in regulatory strategy, local regulatory landscape and socio-political environment is a crucial part of your programme.
Testimonial
Valentin Canura
Corporate Regulations and Engagement Manager
Why British American Tobacco might be the best employer for a graduate?
If you are a creative person, here is a place where most for your ideas can go live. If you are an action person, here a place where your business results can be fairly appreciated. And on top of these, here is a place where you can learn a lot. After 13 years with BAT and 7 different jobs, I am self-confident and truly rewarded. Looks like a story, but its a simple and real life. A good one.
Tips and tricks for MT candidates
Real business life is tough. Good and bad experiences will all help in your carrier. First thing for you is to listen. Remember and learn. Never cry. Smile and be positive. Improve your self every day. Don't wait for the others to show you what to do. Be proactive. Your results are very important for overall business. Small dots are creating the big picture. Learn from your managers and peers what is good or bad behavior. Write down a do/don't list for time when you'll be a manager. Keep only the good behavior and replicate it to people around you. Will make you happy and respected.
What was your personal experience of working with British American Tobacco?
Fast and dynamic. 13 years and 7 jobs. I'm trying to keep a self discipline in my carrier. I thought from beginning that knowing the business is essential. I've started from TM&D and jumped in Brands to meet the consumers. Merchandising and Retail are helpful to know your partners and how the business can be visible and efficient. I had an unique experience to manage Brands from Regional perspective and live and work in Globe House. Corporate Affairs is a magic place where you can combine all the business know-how you've got, from field to brands. Perfect match of aspirations, driven by a disciplinary list of personal objectives. That's me.
