External Affairs Intern

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**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.**

**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey**

**BAT Italy is looking for a legal internship**

**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Internship

**FUNCTION**: External Affairs

**LOCATION**:Rome

**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**

This role is part of Legal and External Affairs Team (LEX) based in Rome and is an exciting opportunity to learn and get fully involved in a multi-cultural, open environment.

As an External Affairs Intern you will have the opportunity to work on strategic topics as well as operational tasks right from the beginning and be part of a dynamic team contributing to the business results.

Be part of shaping, protecting and enhancing BAT Italy’s regulatory and corporate position by building shared value with society and positioning BAT as a trusted leader with vision for today and in the future. And also, be part of driving dynamic and engaging internal communications to connect, empower and energize.

**Reports to: Senior External Affairs Manager**

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Support planning and execution of engagement tools incl. company events such as company conferences
- Support planning and execution of editorial plans, including corporate campaigns
- Support preparation of meetings with internal and external collaborators
- Drafting a variety of documents (presentations, correspondence, position papers, social media features)
- Review and track stakeholders mapping
- Analyze media output and prepare press review
- Work closely with the External Affairs team in the execution of routine/daily tasks

**CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?**

Do you have a proactive attitude? Are you willing to constantly develop and support the team in the daily activities?

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, law
- Naturally digital & able to professionally interact with tools such as Microsoft O365
- Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to balance a variety of detailed tasks and work efficiently under deadlines
- Excellent verbal communication skills and desire to build rapport with multiple teams and stakeholders
- Excellent attention to detail and a high motivation to learn
- Positive attitude and desire to work collaboratively with a team
- Initiative and problem-solving skills
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of LEX documents and other information
- A commitment to the aims and values of BAT
- Fluency in Italian and English language

**Beneficial**:

- Master’s degree in law
- Minimum previous experience in External Affairs
- Fluent English language knowledge

It’s fast-paced, it’s challenging, and it will provide you with stretching opportunities to maximise your potential. For the ambitious, an inspiring journey awaits you here at BAT.

The only question is: are you up to the challenge?

**WE ARE BAT**

At BAT, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.

**See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building extraordinary capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference**

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