Regional Market Compliance Manager

The Role  

The Regional Market Compliance Manager is a strategic leader responsible for driving regulatory adherence and operational compliance across multiple markets within a designated region.  Serves  as the primary  compliance  contact for  their assigned market, managing compliance - related  communication and matters with r egional  l eadership , C ommercial General Managers (CGMs)  and/or Senior Leadership .   T his role ensures compliance programs, documentation, and risk management strategies are implemented effectively and aligned with enterprise  objectives . In addition to overseeing compliance execution, the Regional Manager proactively partners with Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs to influence regulatory frameworks and advocate for sustainable, business-forward policies that support growth. Success in this role requires deep regulatory  expertise , strong leadership, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams while balancing  compliance  integrity with operational agility in a highly regulated environment.  

Responsibilities  

Serve as the subject matter expert on state regulations within their region; collaborates with the Market Compliance Managers (MCMs) within their region and key stakeholders to positively  impact  the business.   

Develops, leads, and mentors a team of Market Compliance Managers within the designated region, ensuring alignment with corporate compliance  objectives , fostering  professional  growth, and driving consistent execution of regulatory and market compliance strategies.   

Accountable for ensuring that a designated primary contact for regulatory agencies within the region ,  where  permitted ,  is  established  and effectively manages relationships, coordinates inspections ,  and responds to inquiries.  

Coordinates the required reporting and responses to regulators and senior leadership of major regulatory issues related to such areas as adverse events/recalls, unexpected changes to operation hours, product events/concerns and/or security.  

Develop and implement regional compliance strategies aligned with enterprise goals and regulatory requirements.  

Oversee the execution of compliance programs across retail and production operations within the region ;  identify  compliance risks and recommend solutions that balance regulatory obligations with operational agility.   

Ensure s regulatory framework s   are  established  and maintained to support  licensing  commitments , product safety, environmental , and  operational standards .  

Partners  with Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs to  monitor , interpret and influence regulatory developments, ensuring company  objectives  are incorporated into evolving rules and regulations .    

Drive the  identification,  creation  and optimization of policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks to support operational excellence.  

Lead risk assessments and develop corrective action plans to address compliance gaps, partnering with stakeholders to implement solutions.  

Support mergers, acquisitions, and expansion activities by  completing regulatory and compliance assessments, and  ensuring compliance integration during transitions.  

Lead product  commercialization efforts,  including but not limited to product packaging/labeling reviews and/or  timely  submissions to regulators; escalate process improvement opportunities to key partners .  

Collaborate on training programs to enhance compliance awareness and accountability across  the region and  all levels of the organization.  

Prepare and deliver compliance reports, dashboards, and  key performance indicators  highlighting trends, risks, and  strategic recommendations  for the region .  

Conduct periodic site visits to  validate  compliance practices and operational adherence ; enforce accountability and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.   

Enforce accountability for compliance actions and provide continuous improvement recommendations to leadership.  

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.  

Qualifications  

Bachelor’s Degree or advanced degree, preferred  

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a compliance, operations or regulatory function in a highly regulated industry such as cannabis, pharmaceuticals, alcohol, or tobacco preferred.  

Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing compliance programs.   

Proven ability to develop and execute strategic compliance initiatives across multiple locations.  

Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and experience liaising with government agencies.  

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.  

Unassailable integrity and ethics.  

Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to remain poised, professional, and decisive in a high -pressure or complex situations.   

Proven ability to assess and prioritize risk levels, make sound decisions in high pressure situations and take calculated risks to advance business objectives without over-reliance on legal or leadership guidance.   

Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy and integrity, while fostering professional growth through mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.     

Ability to travel up to 20%  

Additional   Requirements  

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.  

Must possess valid driver’s license.  

Must pass all required background checks.  

Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry; including but not limited to employee identification/badging requirements in the market they oversee.  

  The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range $130,000 — $150,000 USD