Associate Director of Compliance at FLUENT

FLUENT is a vertically integrated cultivator, processor, formulator, and retailer of Premium Cannabis Products currently operating in Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, and New York as FLUENT Cannabis. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at FLUENT, and our standards, practices, and performance are unmatched.

We are looking for leaders who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for their team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY

FLUENT Cannabis seeks a highly qualified and motivated Associate Director of Compliance to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this individual will play a critical role in overseeing compliance initiatives across our multi-state operations. The Associate Director will ensure adherence to complex cannabis regulations, support the company in mitigating compliance risks, and help shape a culture of accountability and integrity throughout the organization.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong regulatory knowledge, proven leadership skills, and the ability to partner effectively with business leaders, regulators, and cross-functional teams. A Juris Doctor degree is preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Lead compliance monitoring programs, including audits, inspections, and reporting, to ensure company operations remain in alignment with all applicable cannabis regulations.

·         Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and training programs that foster regulatory awareness across the organization.

·         Provide support with license applications, renewals, modifications, and responses to state and local regulatory authorities.

·         Partner with Legal, Operations, HR, and Finance to address compliance-related matters and align practices across the enterprise.

·         Prepare and submit timely reports to regulatory agencies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

·         Investigate, document, and resolve compliance-related incidents, including corrective action planning.

·         Support responses to regulatory inquiries, disciplinary actions, and government investigations.

·         Collaborate with executive leadership to anticipate regulatory changes and proactively adjust compliance strategies.

·         Assist with corporate governance, including maintaining regulatory records and entity compliance in multiple states.

·         Serve as a compliance resource during M&A, expansion, and new facility projects.

Qualifications:

·         Minimum of 5–7 years of compliance, regulatory, or legal experience, preferably within the cannabis, healthcare, or highly regulated industry.

·         Deep understanding of cannabis licensing, state/federal regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks.

·         Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills with the ability to convey complex regulatory information clearly.

·         Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

·         Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.

·         Proficiency in creating policies, training materials, and compliance reporting systems.

Working Conditions:

·         On-site and field work required, with occasional travel to various company facilities and job sites.

·         Flexibility to respond to security or project-related emergencies outside of normal business hours.

EDUCATION

·         Juris Doctor degree preferred, but not required.

·         Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Public Policy, or a related field required.

·         Compliance certifications (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional – CCEP) a plus.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

·         Cannabis license applications and regulatory communications.

·         Drafting and negotiating compliance-related documents, contracts, and disclosures.

·         Managing regulatory audits and inspections in the cannabis industry.

·         Land use, zoning, and entitlement processes for cannabis facilities.

·         Handling government inquiries, disciplinary complaints, administrative appeals, and other proceedings.

·         Willingness to travel periodically, primarily within the state, with occasional out-of-state or overnight travel required.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·         Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

·         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·         Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

·         Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

·         Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

·         Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Per state law, must be at least 21 years of age.

·         Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

The company will ask you to help out in other departments depending on company needs. This means that you may not always work in the department that you were hired, teamwork and getting product out to patients is the goal and this means helping out where you are needed is crucial to your success as well as the company's success.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be able to speak and hear. Employee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employees may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This position will sometimes require long hours and weekend work/holiday.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS

FLUENT provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision and supplemental insurance, paid time-off program and non-matching 401k plan.

 FLUENT participates in E-Verify to ensure a legal workforce. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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