Philip Morris International U.S.
Counsel – Washington, D.C.
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 careers forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.
Your ‘day to day’ Attorney who 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.
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.
Who we’re looking for
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Commutable distance to Washington, D.C.
Licensed to practice law in a locale where PMI operates.
5+ years of concentrated experience demonstrating an in-depth knowledge and applied understanding of political law compliance; both in‑house and major law firm experience preferred.
Experience working in a political law compliance program that involved corporate political contributions and political action committee (PAC) activities.
Ability and courage to maintain an appropriate perspective regardless of ambiguity, delicacy or pressure, 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 internal and external audiences.
Previous managerial and leadership experience preferred.
Must be able to write well, analyze, and think critically.
Annual Base Salary Range:
$167,200 – $209,000
What we offer
Competitive base salary and discretionary annual bonus potential.
Competitive hourly salary.
Medical, dental and vision plans; flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care; health savings accounts for those selecting a high‑deductible health plan (HDHP).
Auto‑enrollment in 401(k) / Deferred Profit Sharing (DPS) Plan with 5% employer match and annual employer contribution.
Accrued paid vacation time (≈20 days per year), 9 days paid sick time, 11 paid company holidays; vacation accrued biweekly.
Paid parental leave for new parents; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance at no cost; optional supplemental life/AD&D coverage.
PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 3,000 employees.
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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 careers forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.
Your ‘day to day’ Attorney who 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.
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.
Who we’re looking for
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Commutable distance to Washington, D.C.
Licensed to practice law in a locale where PMI operates.
5+ years of concentrated experience demonstrating an in-depth knowledge and applied understanding of political law compliance; both in‑house and major law firm experience preferred.
Experience working in a political law compliance program that involved corporate political contributions and political action committee (PAC) activities.
Ability and courage to maintain an appropriate perspective regardless of ambiguity, delicacy or pressure, 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 internal and external audiences.
Previous managerial and leadership experience preferred.
Must be able to write well, analyze, and think critically.
Annual Base Salary Range:
$167,200 – $209,000
What we offer
Competitive base salary and discretionary annual bonus potential.
Competitive hourly salary.
Medical, dental and vision plans; flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care; health savings accounts for those selecting a high‑deductible health plan (HDHP).
Auto‑enrollment in 401(k) / Deferred Profit Sharing (DPS) Plan with 5% employer match and annual employer contribution.
Accrued paid vacation time (≈20 days per year), 9 days paid sick time, 11 paid company holidays; vacation accrued biweekly.
Paid parental leave for new parents; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance at no cost; optional supplemental life/AD&D coverage.
PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 3,000 employees.
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