Counsel

Job description

Be a part of a revolutionary change At 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, wherever 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.

As Legal Counsel, you will work closely with affiliate, regional, and central legal, ethics & compliance teams, as well as KZ & CAS management, to deliver timely, business-focused legal advice. You will support the Senior Counsel in implementing departmental strategies and ensuring legal compliance aligned with PMI’s values and regulatory requirements. This role requires a seasoned legal professional with strong judgment, integrity, and a collaborative mindset.

You will be a trusted advisor to business leaders, helping to shape decisions and drive strategic initiatives Your day-to-day: Provide proactive legal analysis, advice, and documentation across diverse business initiatives. Partner with internal and external team members to handle legal risk and ensure compliance. Represent PMI in negotiations and before government agencies and courts. Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including IP, technology, and distribution contracts.

Monitor and respond to legislative and regulatory developments in the region. Support strategic decision-making through clear, practical legal guidance. Foster a culture of dignity, respect, and inclusion within the legal function and broader organization.

Who we're looking for

Qualified attorney with strong experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law. Shown ability to lead complex legal matters and communicate effectively with diverse partners. Strategic problem solver with a consumer-focused approach and business insight. Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex agreements. Experience working in a multinational environment is a plus. Fluent in English; proficiency in Russian or local languages is preferable.

Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and ethical standards.

What we offer

An opportunity to pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress; An opportunity to build an international career and for cross-functional moves; Extended social package: life insurance, insurance from critical illnesses, additional payment for preschool development of children, participation in the Employee Assistance Program (financial, psychological and legal consultations) for employees and family members, and much more; Philip Morris Kazakhstan is the holder of Top Employer Kazakhstan & Global award for 10 consecutive years as well as the only Equal Pay certificate holder in Kazakhstan, which proves our commitment to highest working standards.

Relocation support is not available for this job.

Responsibilities

distribution contracts, legal compliance, ethical standards, commercial law, legal risk management, contract drafting, regulatory monitoring, stakeholder management, business insight, regulatory law, legal negotiation, strategic problem solving, intellectual property law, legal research, multinational legal practice, english fluency, Tax Counsel, Executive Career Coach, Vice President Physician Staffing, Employee Relations Consultant, Senior Corporate Counsel, Senior Counsel & Vice President, Product Manager - Labor & Employment & Benefits & Human Resources, General Manager - Public Sector & Legal Organizations, National Director Of Recruiting, Senior Vice President Of Recruitment Delivery