ITG Brands
ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.
ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace where inclusion, creativity, and bold thinking drive progress. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.
We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.
Job Summary
Responsible for leading Company’s state government affairs strategy across a designated region of the United States. This role is accountable for influencing public policy at the state and local levels by maintaining strong relationships with legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders who shape the legislative and regulatory environment. Leads and executes a state and local government affairs strategy within a multi-state region, aligned with Company’s legislative and regulatory priorities. Serves as the company’s regional lead for elected officials, regulators, trade associations, and advocacy groups. Anticipates policy trends and provides strategic counsel to senior leadership on emerging risks and opportunities. Manages and coordinates external state consultants across assigned regional states, overseeing their advocacy activities and ensuring alignment with company priorities. Develops rapid response strategies to counter restrictive legislation, tax threats, or regulatory proposals that may impact Company’s portfolio. Tracks legislation and regulatory developments across assigned regional states, developing timely reports and briefings for internal stakeholders. Establishes structured engagement with state regulatory agencies to help shape rulemaking and implementation of policy impacting the business. Collaborates with the Director of External Communications to support mobilization and grassroots advocacy efforts. Coordinates participation in state-level legislative campaigns, advocacy days, and stakeholder events. Supports budget planning for regional government affairs efforts and assists with special events or fundraisers in consultation with leadership. Represents Company in regional coalitions and industry trade associations, working collaboratively with peers and third-party partners. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with local political organizations, advocacy groups, and other relevant external stakeholders. Contributes to the development of annual strategic plans and internal legislative updates, including presentations for internal conferences. Defines key performance metrics to measure the impact of regional government affairs activities. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy or Administration, Law, or related field of study 7+ years of related work experience in state government affairs, public policy, lobbying, or related work Knowledge of US state and local legislative and regulatory processes Coalition building and stakeholder engagement Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams Skilled in legislative and regulatory analysis, strategic planning and execution, public speaking and written communication, relationship management and consensus building Ability to travel domestically up to 30%, attend early morning and evening events as needed, communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, and work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams What We Offer
Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution 15 Company-paid holidays Generous paid time off Employee recognition and discount programs Education assistance Employee referral bonus program Hybrid workplace – remote / in office Summer hours Casual dress policy Monday through Friday
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Responsible for leading Company’s state government affairs strategy across a designated region of the United States. This role is accountable for influencing public policy at the state and local levels by maintaining strong relationships with legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders who shape the legislative and regulatory environment. Leads and executes a state and local government affairs strategy within a multi-state region, aligned with Company’s legislative and regulatory priorities. Serves as the company’s regional lead for elected officials, regulators, trade associations, and advocacy groups. Anticipates policy trends and provides strategic counsel to senior leadership on emerging risks and opportunities. Manages and coordinates external state consultants across assigned regional states, overseeing their advocacy activities and ensuring alignment with company priorities. Develops rapid response strategies to counter restrictive legislation, tax threats, or regulatory proposals that may impact Company’s portfolio. Tracks legislation and regulatory developments across assigned regional states, developing timely reports and briefings for internal stakeholders. Establishes structured engagement with state regulatory agencies to help shape rulemaking and implementation of policy impacting the business. Collaborates with the Director of External Communications to support mobilization and grassroots advocacy efforts. Coordinates participation in state-level legislative campaigns, advocacy days, and stakeholder events. Supports budget planning for regional government affairs efforts and assists with special events or fundraisers in consultation with leadership. Represents Company in regional coalitions and industry trade associations, working collaboratively with peers and third-party partners. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with local political organizations, advocacy groups, and other relevant external stakeholders. Contributes to the development of annual strategic plans and internal legislative updates, including presentations for internal conferences. Defines key performance metrics to measure the impact of regional government affairs activities. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy or Administration, Law, or related field of study 7+ years of related work experience in state government affairs, public policy, lobbying, or related work Knowledge of US state and local legislative and regulatory processes Coalition building and stakeholder engagement Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams Skilled in legislative and regulatory analysis, strategic planning and execution, public speaking and written communication, relationship management and consensus building Ability to travel domestically up to 30%, attend early morning and evening events as needed, communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, and work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams What We Offer
Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution 15 Company-paid holidays Generous paid time off Employee recognition and discount programs Education assistance Employee referral bonus program Hybrid workplace – remote / in office Summer hours Casual dress policy Monday through Friday
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