Position Title:  Counsel - U.S. Market

Be a part of a revolutionary change! 

At Philip Morris International (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, if 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.  

This Attorney will provide legal support for a growing External Affairs team in a fast-paced environment. The position will be working with the Assistant General Counsel to provide legal compliance for the company’s political giving program, strategic partnerships with non-profit organizations, civil society and other corporate philanthropy initiatives, and support of underage prevention activities and programs.

Your ‘day to day’:

§  Support Assistant General Counsel in managing a robust, best-in-class political law compliance program

§  Responsible for providing legal support for corporate political contributions and other political giving activities

§  Assist in providing legal counsel to the company’s political action committee (PAC) board of directors and PAC activities

§  Provide support on applicable anti-corruption/anti-bribery policies and on all U.S-based requests for contributions that fall under those policies

§  Work with External Affairs on strategic partnerships, coalition building, and other third party outreach activities to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

§  Provide law support to the company’s Civil Society and other corporate philanthropy initiatives, including the development and dissemination of external materials

§  Coordinate with and advise the U-21+ team on external engagements in support of the Company’s underage prevention programs and related activities.

§  Collaborate with all members of the External Affairs team and members of the U.S. Legal & Compliance Department.

§  Undertake special projects and assignments as requested. Work closely with supervisor and/or business partners on given projects.

Who we’re looking for:

• Licensed to practice law in a locale where PMI operates.
• At least 5 years of concentrated experience which demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and applied understanding of area of expertise; both in house and major law firm experience preferred.
• Previous managerial and leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple, conflicting priorities while managing a substantial workload and client expectations.
• Must be able to write well, analyze, and think critically.
• Experience of working in a political law compliance program that involved both corporate political contributions and political action committee (PAC) activities Ability and courage to maintain an appropriate perspective regardless of the ambiguity,  delicacy or pressure of a situation with unwavering integrity
• Robust interpersonal, networking, public speaking, and writing skills, with the confidence and credibility to act quickly, communicate effectively with diplomacy and civility, and command respect of both internal and external audiences.
• High energy, drive and unquestioned integrity.
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Annual Base Salary Range: $156,750-$209,000

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.