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Associate General Counsel

Location

North Carolina

Role Type

Permanent

About us

ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.

ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace whereinclusion, creativity, and bold thinking drive progress. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.

We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.

The role

Job Summary:

As a strategic legal leader, you will play a critical role in advancing the company’s growth and transformation agenda in a highly regulated industry. This role supports enterprise-wide initiatives by minimizing legal risk, ensuring compliance, and enabling innovation.

Aligned with our challenger mindset, you will:

+ Get close to our consumers by understanding the legal and regulatory barriers that impact their transition to smoke-free alternatives.

+ Empower our people by building legal frameworks, systems, and partnerships that support high performance and informed decision-making.

+ You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping legal strategy that protects the company’s interests while unlocking new pathways for growth.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Duties and Responsibilities:

_(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company)_

+ **Strategic Legal Counsel**

+ Advise senior leadership and business units on complex legal and regulatory matters, aligning legal strategy with business objectives.

+ Anticipate legal risks and develop proactive strategies to mitigate them, particularly in areas of high regulatory scrutiny.

+ Monitor and interpret legal developments and industry trends to inform risk management and corporate strategy.

+ **Regulatory & Compliance Leadership**

+ Ensure compliance with evolving federal, state, and local laws governing tobacco and nicotine products, including licensing, labeling, marketing, and distribution.

+ Engage with state regulators and attorneys general on matters related to the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA), taxation, and youth access prevention.

+ Provide strategic guidance on corporate governance and compliance frameworks.

+ **Litigation & Risk Management**

+ Lead and manage outside counsel in litigation matters, ensuring alignment with company strategy and cost efficiency.

+ Serve as the primary liaison between the company and external counsel, overseeing litigation strategy, internal witness development, and policy alignment.

+ Monitor litigation budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

+ **Policy & Governance**

+ Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to protect the company’s legal interests and support operational excellence.

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal considerations are embedded in business planning and execution.

+ **Commercial & Contractual Advisory**

+ Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including retail, technology, procurement, licensing, and professional services contracts.

+ Provide legal support for intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, and licensing.

+ Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Key accountabilities

Required Minimum Qualifications** **:

+ Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

+ Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, including time at a leading law firm.

+ Experience in a highly regulated industry; tobacco industry experience preferred.

+ Must be 21 years of age or older.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

+ Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves light objects (under 10 lbs.).

+ Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods.

+ Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment as well as use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Skills & experience

Skills & Competencies

+ Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and influence cross-functional stakeholders.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans

• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution

• 15 Company-paid holidays

• Generous paid time off

• Employee recognition and discount programs

• Education assistance

• Employee referral bonus program

Next steps

_This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position_ _._

Everyone Belongs

**ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] .

SHARE THIS JOB

The posting for the position for which you are applying highlights key aspects of the position only. It is not a complete description of the position.

All candidates must consent to an independent investigation of their background, references, past employment, education, criminal record, and drug screening. Results of such background checks will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, giving consideration to the nature of the information reported and its relevance to the specific job being sought before a decision is made using this information.

ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us [email protected] (Talen%74Acquisition%40%69t%67b%72ands.%63om) .

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