External Affairs Supervisor – Reduced Risk Products

About the role

The RRP External Affairs Supervisor supports regulatory assessment and market access for Reduced‑Risk Products by implementing approved Corporate Affairs strategies, preparing scientific and regulatory documentation, and coordinating with internal teams to communicate JTI’s positions to external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor political, legislative and regulatory developments related to RRP, identifying risks and opportunities and sharing updates internally.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date list of key stakeholders, track their activities and support engagement efforts to communicate company views.
• Prepare materials and coordinate activities to ensure communications align with corporate goals and compliance rules.
• Assist in preparing and organizing documents required for regulatory submissions and approvals.
• Support internal assessments and reporting related to RRP.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams on External Affairs initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Support hiring, coaching and development of team members when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Politics or a related field; postgraduate degree is a plus.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs, health science or public policy.
• Strong understanding of political, legislative and regulatory processes with the ability to monitor developments.
• Conversational‑level English and native‑level Chinese (spoken and written) with strong communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe) and familiarity with document‑management systems.
• Ability to support regulatory submissions, prepare documentation, coordinate cross‑functional activities and ensure compliance with company policies.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Adobe software
• Document‑management systems