Position Title:  Manager Local Government Affairs

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.

The Regional Manager Local Government Affairs leads the design and execution of place-based public affairs strategies across the Southwest region, with a primary focus on building durable community credibility and managing municipal and county engagement. This role sits at the intersection of community leadership, local politics, and corporate strategy, with a clear mandate to protect and advance access to smoke-free alternatives while strengthening PMI’s long-term legitimacy in key markets.

This is a role for a campaign-oriented strategist who can build trust before issues arise, anticipate political risk, and translate complex local dynamics into clear action plans.

Your ‘day to day’:

1. Municipal & Government Affairs Strategy

• Design and execute local government affairs strategies in priority cities and counties, aligned with regional and national objectives.
• Lead multi-stakeholder local campaigns with clear objectives, timelines, and success metrics.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with mayors, council members, city managers, county officials, and key municipal staff.

2. Community Foundation & Local Presence

• Build and sustain strong foundational relationships with trusted community stakeholders in cities and counties where PMI has an operational or commercial footprint.
• Engage chambers of commerce, business associations, workforce organizations, civic leaders, and community-based nonprofits to position PMI as a long-term local partner.
• Identify and support community initiatives that align with economic development, public health, and responsible business objectives.
• Establish PMI’s reputation locally before regulatory pressure emerges, ensuring credibility and access during moments of policy debate.
• Serve as a visible, consistent regional presence representing PMI’s transformation and commitment to harm reduction.

Who we’re looking for:

• 8-10 years of experience in local government, public affairs, political campaigns, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience operating in or influencing city and county environments.
• Background in highly regulated industries, public health, or consumer policy preferred.

• Campaign-oriented mindset with the ability to plan, sequence, and execute complex local strategies.
• Strong political instincts and fluency in municipal decision-making processes.
• Strategic thinker who can simplify complexity and prioritize what truly matters.

• Regular in-market presence and travel required.

Annual Base Salary Range: $149,600-$187,000

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.