Senior Regulatory Compliance Counsel - Cannabis

Minnesota Cannabis Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Cannabis Services seeks a Senior Counsel, Legal Operations & Compliance to lead regulatory and compliance support for cannabis licensees and entrepreneurs. You will interpret Minnesota cannabis laws, draft and review contracts and policies, guide clients through licensing and ongoing compliance, and design practical controls to manage regulatory risk.

Collaborate with consultants and clients, deliver clear legal guidance, support audits and inquiries, and help shape responsible,

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing.
• Experience interpreting state cannabis laws.
• Ability to draft and review contracts and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory and compliance support for cannabis licensees and entrepreneurs.
• Draft and review contracts, policies, and licensing guidance.
• Guide clients through licensing and ongoing compliance processes.
• Design practical controls to manage regulatory risk and support audits.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Policy development

Legal guidance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Minnesota Cannabis Services seeks a Senior Counsel, Legal Operations & Compliance to lead regulatory and compliance support for cannabis licensees and entrepreneurs. In this role, you will interpret Minnesota cannabis laws, draft and review contracts and policies, guide clients through licensing and ongoing compliance, and design practical controls to manage regulatory risk. You will collaborate with consultants and clients, deliver clear legal guidance, support audits and inquiries, and help shape responsible, compliant growth in Minnesota’s emerging cannabis market.