Senior Legal Analyst, Commercial - Marketing and Sales (U.S.)

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 career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.     

Our beautiful HQ in Stamford, CT is just steps away from the Stamford Metro-North Train Station and easily accessible from NYC.    

About the Role

The Senior Legal Analyst, Commercial (U.S.) supports the U.S. Commercial Legal function by providing legal and contract support, and compliance assistance to enable the company’s commercial objectives in the United States with respect to its smoke-free product portfolio. The role partners closely with U.S. Commercial business teams and attorneys to support marketing, sales, and commercial activities in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory requirements, company standards and policies.

This position operates as a key contributor within the U.S. Commercial Legal team, providing reliable, detail-oriented legal support while developing strong business and regulatory knowledge.

Your ‘day to day’

Commercial & Regulatory Legal Support

• Support attorneys and business partners by reviewing and analyzing commercial and marketing materials for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Assist with legal review of sales, trade, pricing, distribution, and promotional programs, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of U.S. commercial activities and the relevant federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for such activities.
• Attend regular meetings with key stakeholders and actively participate in problem-solving and legal issue-spotting with respect to launch and commercialization of PMI U.S. products in states and localities.

Legal Research, Analysis & Risk Support

• Conduct limited research under the supervision of team attorneys and prepare summaries, issue spot analyses, and draft guidance to support attorney advice and business decision-making.
• Identify potential legal and regulatory risks in commercial initiatives and support the development of mitigation approaches under attorney supervision.
• Maintain real-time records, status trackers, and databases of legal analyses, regulatory requirements, and approvals.
• Utilize company authorized AI tools to improve efficiency of legal counseling; support U.S. Commercial Law team in exploring new ways of leveraging and developing AI tools to assist in legal support.

Drafting & Contract Support

• Draft, review, and provide comments on routine commercial and marketing related agreements (e.g., NDAs, master services agreements, statements of work, consulting agreements) using approved templates and guidance.
• Support contract review processes by coordinating with Procurement and business stakeholders.
• Assist with drafting terms and conditions, privacy policies, official rules, and disclosures for commercial programs and initiatives.

Training, Governance & Collaboration

• Support the development, review, and delivery of legal and compliance training for Commercial teams.
• Collaborate with commercial team and cross-functional partners (e.g., Marketing, Sales, Compliance, Procurement) to support compliant execution of business initiatives.
• Contribute to a culture of integrity, inclusion, and respect, and support the Legal function’s commitment to high ethical and governance standards.

Other Team Support

• Support other projects and tasks as assigned.

Critical Skills & Capabilities

• Solid understanding of legal terminology, principles, and compliance concepts, with strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to legal issue-spot in areas of the law, internal policies and youth access prevention and raise to the attention of the group attorneys.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibit confidence and willingness to collaborate with business stakeholders in a respectful manner.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information in a practical, business-focused manner.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working with processes, documentation, and trackers.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn, receive feedback, and grow legal and business expertise.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree; or Associate degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant experience in a law firm or inhouse legal department supporting commercial, regulatory, or corporate legal work.
• Experience reviewing contracts, marketing materials, or supporting regulated or consumer-facing businesses is preferred.
• Fluent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Annual Base Salary Range: $114,400 - $143,000

What we offer  

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!  
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.  
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.  
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.  
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.  
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.  

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 3,000 employees.   

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.  

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