Director, State Regulatory Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Influence policy outcomes: Actively shape state and federal hemp beverage regulations prior to their finalization, with an emphasis on packaging standards, DTC frameworks, and market access.

• Lead advocacy efforts: Represent Willie's in state-level advocacy initiatives, industry coalitions, trade associations, and regulatory working groups.

• Establish strategic partnerships: Build and nurture relationships with state regulators, policymakers, legislative staff, and essential stakeholders.

• Formulate policy positions: Develop regulatory comments, white papers, testimonies, and advocacy materials that impact outcomes in key markets.

• Monitor and evaluate: Track legislative and regulatory changes across priority states and advise leadership on strategic responses, anticipating shifts rather than merely reporting them.

• Maintain industry involvement: Actively engage in trade associations, industry events, and coalitions to remain ahead of political and commercial trends.

• Act as an internal authority on state hemp beverage frameworks across both active and expanding markets.

• Direct market prioritization and entry strategies based on regulatory feasibility and advocacy opportunities.

• Collaborate with product, marketing, legal, and sales teams to incorporate regulatory insights into go-to-market strategies and commercial decisions.

• Provide strategic guidance to the compliance function, ensuring alignment with the markets you are entering.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application.

• 5-8 years of experience in government affairs or regulatory advocacy within the hemp, cannabis, alcohol, or highly regulated consumer packaged goods sectors.

• Willingness to travel 1-2 times per month.

• Strong knowledge of the state hemp beverage policy landscape and emerging regulatory trends, including market access and packaging considerations.

• Proven success in influencing state-level regulations or legislation across multiple states.

• Experience collaborating with executive leadership to guide strategic and commercial decisions.

• Capable of making strategic recommendations and providing honest feedback when necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off.

• Paid sick leave in compliance with state and local laws.

• Healthcare coverage: up to 90% company contribution for employees and 25% for dependents.

• Optional vision, dental, and accident plans.

• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match, complimentary financial coaching, student loan match assistance, and 529 education savings accounts.

• 12 weeks of paid Equal Parental Leave, $500 Baby Bonding Bucks, and a sustainable baby gift.

• Dedicated parental leave support, featuring a personalized dashboard, complete pay transparency, and a specialist to manage all logistical aspects so you can focus on your family.

• Discounts and perks on products and soft goods.

• And more!