Position SummaryTilray Brands is seeking an Associate Counsel to support the U.S. Beverage Legal team. This role will work closely with and under the direction of the Associate General Counsel and will provide day-to-day legal support across commercial contracting, alcohol regulatory compliance, employment matters, intellectual property, and select real estate issues.
The ideal candidate is a motivated attorney with experience or strong interest in the beverage alcohol industry, particularly the three-tier system and related regulatory frameworks, who is looking to grow in a sophisticated in-house environment.
Key Responsibilities- Commercial & Distribution Matters
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including distribution agreements, supplier-distributor arrangements, licensing agreements, sponsorships, promotions, and vendor contracts.
- Support negotiations with wholesalers and business partners in compliance with federal and state alcohol laws.
- Advise internal stakeholders on contractual risk, deal structure, and compliance considerations.
- Alcohol Regulatory & Compliance
- Assist with legal analysis related to federal and state alcohol regulatory matters, including trade practice and tied-house laws.
- Support compliance related to promotions, sweepstakes, contests, and sponsorships.
- Work cross-functionally with compliance, sales, and marketing teams to support lawful go-to-market strategies.
- Monitor and help implement compliance processes related to beverage alcohol regulations.
- Employment & Corporate Support
- Support employment-related matters, including offer letters, restrictive covenants, policy review, and day-to-day HR legal questions.
- Assist with internal investigations and employment compliance issues.
- Assist with corporate governance and due diligence issues.
- Support trademark and brand protection efforts, including coordination on trademark filings, clearance, enforcement, and licensing matters.
- Review IP provisions in commercial agreements and marketing initiatives.
- Real Estate & Operational Matters
- Assist with minor real estate matters, including lease reviews, amendments, estoppels, and related operational agreements.
- Provide general legal support for brewery and beverage operations as needed.
QualificationsRequired:- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 2-5 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
- Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Preferred / Strong Plus:- Experience in or exposure to the beverage alcohol industry or consumer package goods.
- Working knowledge of the three-tier system, alcohol distribution laws, and franchise considerations.
- Familiarity with trade practices, tied-house restrictions, promotions, contests, and sponsorship compliance.
- Experience supporting employment law or IP matters in an in-house setting.
- Prior work with regulated consumer products or highly regulated industries.
Key Attributes- Practical, business-minded legal judgment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Collaborative and comfortable working cross-functionally.
- Eager to learn and grow within a dynamic legal department.
Why Join Tilray- Opportunity to work closely with senior legal leadership on high-impact matters.
- Gain unmatched experience working at the center of a highly complex alcohol beverage enterprise, supporting multi-brand portfolios, production and consumer-facing facilities, and distribution networks with regulatory operations spanning all 50 states.
- Career growth within a leading consumer packaged goods company operating in a highly regulated space.
Total RewardsAt Tilray Brands, we recognize the importance of comprehensive total rewards. We provide:
- PTO & Paid Personal Time Off
- 401K
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurances
- Performance Based Incentives
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Growth and Internal Mobility Opportunities
