Assistant General Counsel

• Research, analyze, and accurately summarize sources of regulation, including applicable constitutions, statutes, regulations, articles, bulletins, and treaties concerning cannabis regulation in each state and at the national level
• Organize documents for license applications and assist the Expansion Team when identifying new markets to ensure a smooth entry into any market
• Attend educational workshops, rulemaking committees, legislative hearings, trade association meetings, and other public hearings affecting the cannabis industry or relevant to our corporate structure and strategy to gather information on how any proposed or actual changes affect our employees and our business
• Manage legal projects including contract review, litigation, administrative tasks, internal audits and investigations, and reviewing SOPs
• Coordinate with all departments and executive team on projects on a case-by-case basis
• Day-to-day corporate and cannabis compliance responsibilities, working closely with General Counsel to ensure the ongoing health of the Company
• Prepare, review, and update reference factsheets for daily use and review by Executive Team and Expansion Team
• Able to conduct and respond to interviews, investigations, and depositions.
• Manage, coach, and develop junior staff.
• Provide feedback, performance management discussions, and disciplinary action as needed for team management.
• Additional duties & responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

• Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college (Juris Doctorate)
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in work of a comparable character.
• Regulatory Experience: Prior experience in the cannabis industry or similar highly regulated industries is strongly preferred, with an ability to navigate complex and evolving legal frameworks while ensuring ongoing compliance.
• Legal Research: Has experience in investigating complex legal issues; critically thinking through ramifications of thought processes and applying/advising on best course of action.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Candidates must have experience managing people and be skilled at collaborating across diverse teams, including lawyers, non-lawyers, and operational leaders, to drive effective legal and business discussions.
• Problem Solving: Must be capable of responding to rapidly evolving regulations and laws and apply them consistently on a daily basis and in a manner that benefits the Company.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft office, data analysis, and Google Apps
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Active Bar License Preferred
• Language Skills: Must be able to effectively and concisely communicate in English, both verbally and written, with impeccable spelling and grammar, organized sentence structure, and coherent thought
• Critical Thinking: Must be able to quickly research and accurately apply regulatory guidance to changing circumstances
• Math Skills: Possess basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required
• Must obtain all applicable state required: permits, licenses, and certifications
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Department

Compliance/Legal

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Oregon - Clackamas

Workplace type

Onsite

Compensation

$140,000 - $180,000 / year

Reporting To

General Counsel