PMI is growing its state government affairs team and is looking for motived self-starters. This Sr Manger role will report to the Southeast Regional Director and be a key player in developing and implementing PMI's government relations and public policy strategies in key Southeast states to advance the company's long term business interests. This role will work cross-functionally throughout the company to manage a portfolio of key issues in the Southeast region at both the state and local level. The role will represent PMI to all elected officials and government agencies and regulatory bodies. Represent PMI with trade associations. Build, grow, participate in, and maintain diverse coalitions in support of policy issues and business priorities. Develop and creatively implement strategic plans often with limited traditional resources to advocate for business priorities. Build support with external and internal stakeholders. This role will work collaboratively with relevant internal business, public relations, community foundation, and legal teams to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals Your 'day to day' 3 Lead and own strategic relationships with key policymakers across Southeastern states, advancing PMI's long-term policy agenda3 3 Direct engagement strategies with senior government officials, including Governors, Attorneys General, and legislative leadership3 3 Synthesize legislative intelligence into strategic insights, advising senior leadership on risks, scenarios, and recommended actions3 3 Own end-to-end policy positioning, including development of white papers, executive briefings, and formal regulatory submissions3 3 Design and deploy integrated advocacy campaigns, including grassroots, third-party engagement, and coalition-building efforts3 3 Develop innovative, non-traditional strategies to influence policy and public debate aligned with smoke-free objectives3 3 Lead high-visibility external engagements, including stakeholder events, site visits, and scientific engagement forums3 3 Operate with full ownership of priorities, with limited administrative or transactional responsibilities3 Who we're looking for 3 Extensive experience in government affairs, public policy, or political strategy, with demonstrated impact on policy outcomes3 3 Proven ability to operate at senior stakeholder levels and influence decision-making3 3 Deep expertise in state policy environments and legislative processes, with ability to anticipate and shape outcomes3 3 Demonstrated ownership of complex, cross-functional initiatives3 3 Strong record in strategic stakeholder engagement and coalition-building3 3 Executive-level communication, negotiation, and influencing capability3 3 Ability to independently lead high-impact initiatives in ambiguous environments3 3 Willing to travel (50%) to support strategic stakeholder engagement3 What we offer Our success depends on our dedicated employees who come to work here every single day with a sense purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can 3 Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.3 3 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.3 3 Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.3 3 Take pride in delivering our promise to society to deliver a smoke-free future.3 Annual Base Salary Range: $160,000-$200,000 What we offer 3 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! 3 We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace. 3 Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore. 3 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. 3 Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress. 3 Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.