Alcohol Beverage Regulatory Associate

Spencer Fane LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Parental Leave

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Spencer Fane LLP seeks a junior alcohol beverage regulatory associate for any office location.

The candidate should have 1+ years of experience in alcohol beverage law and regulatory compliance, with exposure to licensing (TTB and state permits), three-tier distribution, trade practices, labeling and formula approvals, franchise or distribution agreements, and related corporate matters supporting beverage clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Admission to the corresponding state bar in good standing
• Experience with, or strong interest in, alcohol beverage regulatory law, including familiarity with the U.S. TTB and state agencies
• Knowledge of the three-tier system, trade practice rules, and licensing requirements for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of alcohol beverages
• Ability to interface directly with attorneys and clients
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently and productively
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving and organization skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies
• Interest and ability working in a collaborative team environment

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

JOB TITLE: Alcohol Beverage Regulatory Associate

LOCATION: Any Office Location

POSITION SUMMARY:

Spencer Fane is seeking candidates for an opening in any of our offices for a junior alcohol beverage regulatory associate with 1+ years of experience in alcohol beverage law and regulatory compliance. An ideal candidate will have experience in a wide range of alcohol beverage regulatory matters, including but not limited to state and federal licensing (including TTB permits and state licenses), three-tier distribution system compliance, trade practice and tied-house restrictions, labeling and formula approvals, franchise/distribution agreements, mergers and acquisitions involving licensed entities, and general corporate and commercial matters supporting alcohol beverage industry clients. Experience or knowledge of regulatory compliance, licensing, and other legal matters related to other regulated products is a plus but not required.

The below qualifications are required:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Admission to the corresponding state bar in good standing
• Experience with, or strong interest in, alcohol beverage regulatory law, including familiarity with the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) and state alcohol beverage control agencies
• Knowledge of, or willingness to develop expertise in, the three-tier system, trade practice rules, and licensing/permitting requirements applicable to manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of alcohol beverages
• Ability to interface directly with attorneys and clients
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently and productively
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving and organization skills
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies
• Interest and ability working in a collaborative team environment

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, Paid Parental Leave, Group Life, Disability

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.