Senior Compliance and Legal Operations Manager, Western Europe

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Compliance and Legal Operations Manager, Western Europe in London. The Senior Compliance and Legal Operations Manager, Western Europe is expected to lead the Compliance agenda, as well as ensure the effective and efficient delivery of Legal Operations in Western Europe. The role is a key member of the Western Europe Legal Leadership Team and supports the Area Head of Legal with the strategic leadership of the function.

The role will require you to provide strategic counselling on a variety of Compliance matters and ensure that the vital controls are in place to ensure compliance with legal and internal regulations, in an Area where we are at the forefront when it comes to delivering the BAT strategy of building A Better Tomorrow by reducing the health impact of our business. In addition, you will be required to ensure the effective and efficient management of legal team resources by the design and implementation of processes and effective use of technology and human resource.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure the effective and efficient management of Compliance activities across WE, including but not limited to the roll out of global and regional initiatives.
• Ensure the effective and efficient management of Legal Operations across WE, including but not limited to the roll out of global and regional legal transformation initiatives.
• Develop and implement internal process guidelines, templates and workflows to manage risk and optimise the use of legal resource (working in close collaboration with End Market Legal, Regional Legal and Compliance and Global Business Integrity Team colleagues).
• Lead in the assessment of suitability and implementation of technical solutions for use in WE Legal.
• Take charge and handle all change planning and associated communication.

What are we looking for?

Experience Required:

• 8+ years’ experience in an in-house legal and/or compliance department or relevant operational management role, with a consistent track record of risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations and standards, such as money laundering, antitrust law, data protection, sanctions etc.
• Experience in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and systems.
• Experience in conducting compliance audits, controls, and training.
• Strong partner management skills, and ability to plan, anticipate and run priorities to optimise output and enhance the effectiveness of commercial solutions.
• Ability to influence and foster buy-in from people at senior management levels and across peers and juniors.
• Highly articulate confident individual with excellent written communication, presentational and drafting skills.
• Capable of communicating fluently in written and spoken English.
• Hands-on, adaptable and pro-active attitude, sound commercial judgement and ability to work under pressure and to cope with unexpected and varied demands.

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required:

• Thinks strategically and acts commercially.
• Helps by shaping and driving strategy.
• Learns quickly and is agile.
• Collaborative and influences.
• Focuses on creative innovations in the provision of legal services.

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required:

• Licensed professional – legal and/or compliance qualifications preferred.

BENEFICIAL:

• Experience working with legal regulatory frameworks is strongly preferred, within Tobacco, Food, Pharma or FMCG.
• Experience working in a multinational company/ international environment.
• Experience of transformation/ change management.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility).
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g., time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.