Director, State Regulatory Affairs

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Based in the United StatesFull-TimeDirector

Salary160,000 - 170,000 USD per year

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5–8 years of experience in government affairs, regulatory advocacy, or policy work within hemp, cannabis, alcohol, or highly regulated CPG industries.
Proven experience influencing or shaping state-level legislation or regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
Strong understanding of state hemp beverage regulations, packaging requirements, and market access considerations.
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing regulatory environments and provide clear strategic guidance.
Strong relationship-building skills with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
Experience working directly with executive leadership on strategic and commercial decision-making.
Willingness to travel regularly and engage in multi-state advocacy efforts.

Lead state-level government affairs and advocacy efforts, shaping hemp beverage policy outcomes across priority markets.
Build and maintain relationships with regulators, legislators, industry coalitions, and trade associations to influence regulatory development.
Develop and author policy materials including regulatory comments, white papers, testimony, and strategic advocacy documentation.
Monitor and analyze evolving state and federal regulatory landscapes, providing proactive guidance to executive leadership.
Represent the organization in industry forums, coalitions, and advocacy groups to strengthen policy influence and market positioning.
Partner with product, legal, compliance, marketing, and sales teams to integrate regulatory insights into go-to-market and expansion strategies.
Advise leadership on market entry prioritization based on regulatory feasibility and advocacy opportunities.

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