Brand & Marketing Development Associate

The Brand/Marketing Development Associate role is a one year assignment designed to build Altria's future pipeline of Brand and Marketing talent.

The Associate will contribute to meaningful business initiatives, develop core Brand and Marketing capabilities, and gain exposure to a broad range of commercial and marketing disciplines. Through structured development, coaching, and performance feedback, Associates build the skills and experiences needed to succeed in future Marketing Analyst opportunities. The role develops marketing, analytical, business, and leadership capabilities while providing exposure to cross-functional collaboration and enterprise decision-making.

Associates may be matched to and offered a Marketing Analyst position at any point during the one-year program based on demonstrated performance, development, business needs, and available opportunities.

As a Brand/Marketing Development Associate, you may:

• Analyze consumer, category, marketplace, and brand performance data
• Support development and execution of marketing programs and initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional teams across Brand Management, Consumer Experience, Sales, Finance, and other functions
• Develop insights and recommendations using research and business analytics
• Participate in business reviews, strategic projects, and planning activities
• Support project management, process improvement, and program execution
• Build marketing, analytical, business, and leadership capabilities through meaningful assignments and coaching

This role provides exposure to the core capabilities required for success in Brand and Marketing careers at Altria.

What we want you to have:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• No more than 2 years professional experience
• Demonstrated interest in marketing, business, communications, analytics, consumer insights, or related disciplines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across teams and functions
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Additional Information

The Brand/Marketing Development Associate role is a temporary one-year developmental position for future Marketing Analyst opportunities within the organization. Placement into a Marketing Analyst role is not guaranteed and depends on demonstrated performance, development, business needs, and available opportunities. Development Associates who are not placed into a Marketing Analyst role during the initial 12 month program may be separated or may remain eligible for future openings for up to 24 months depending on performance and anticipated business need.

This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid work schedule.