NGP Science Manager

The Role

As an NGP Science Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the scientific strategy behind our Next Generation Products (NGP) portfolio. You will be responsible for driving the scientific direction that supports successful product launches, regulatory compliance and the long-term commercial success of our products across international markets. Working closely with colleagues across Science, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Affairs and Legal, you will ensure scientific research is translated into practical business outcomes that support both innovation and harm reduction ambitions.

In this highly collaborative role, you will act as a trusted scientific advisor, leading cross-functional initiatives and representing Imperial Brands within external scientific, regulatory and standardization bodies. You will help transform complex scientific evidence into clear, credible insights that strengthen our position with regulators, stakeholders and consumers, while contributing to the continued growth of our Next Generation Products portfolio.

This role offers the right candidate the opportunity to grow their career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of an inclusive, innovative, global FMCG organization supported by 25,000 employees worldwide.

Principle Accountabilities

• Develop and execute the scientific strategy for the Next Generation Products portfolio, ensuring the successful delivery of regulatory science that supports new product launches and the ongoing commercial viability of existing products.
• Lead cross-functional scientific projects by collaborating with subject matter experts across Science, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Affairs and Legal to deliver high-quality research and regulatory outcomes.
• Act as the scientific lead on complex regulatory and technical matters, representing Imperial Brands at national and international scientific, regulatory and standardization forums.
• Drive the planning and delivery of scientific research that strengthens evidence-based policy development, builds consumer and regulator confidence, and supports Imperial Brands' harm reduction objectives.
• Develop scientific publication and communication plans, translating complex scientific concepts into clear and impactful messages for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote scientific knowledge across the business by educating colleagues, supporting stakeholder engagement and contributing to the continuous development of expertise within the NGP category.

Skills and Experience Required

• Postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Proven experience working within a highly regulated industry, ideally in a scientific, regulatory affairs or product development environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading scientific research programmes and managing complex cross-functional projects from strategy through execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex scientific and technical information and translate it into practical business recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse internal and external audiences.
• A collaborative and strategic mindset, with a passion for innovation, scientific excellence and delivering business impact in a fast-paced international environment.

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and further benefits as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@impbrands.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

About Us

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all.  Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.

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