The Company

At Canopy Growth, our mission is clear: improve lives, end cannabis prohibition, and strengthen communities. We believe that cannabis can be a force for good. We’re building a consumer-centric organization that is focused on sharing the transformational potential of cannabis with the world. We will achieve this through an innovative and disruptive portfolio of cannabis and hemp-derived products.

With millions of square feet of licensed production capacity and operations spanning four continents, Canopy Growth is the world's leading cannabis and hemp company. We recognize that employees are at the core of our success, and we take pride in a corporate culture that emphasizes inclusiveness, collaboration, and diversity.

Our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own unique skills and talents to the table, working together to continue our incredible momentum of growth. If you are interested in building global challenger brands, scaling a business, and working in a values-driven environment, we want to hear from you!

The Opportunity

Canopy Growth is looking for a Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate to join the team. This individual will ensure compliance with applicable legislation while promoting best practices across all Canopy sites. The ideal candidate is familiar with Cannabis Regulations and has superb communication skills to effectively liaise with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Effective management of regulatory affairs in adherence to the Cannabis Act and Cannabis Regulations, and facilitation of cannabis licensing through effective communication with the Cannabis Directorate at Health Canada

• Assist with facilitation of regulatory inspections for Canopy Growth sites through independent communications with internal inspection teams and guided communications with government agencies. When called upon by management, capable to be the primary liaison with a Health Canada inspector during an inspection

• Assigned to complex regulatory projects, and able to support the business with little oversight

• Provide business-friendly regulatory advice with respect to multiple regulatory frameworks and jurisdictions (i.e. cannabis, consumer products, medical devices, etc.)

• Prioritize and complete multiple assignments within established timeframes

• Identify regulatory issues and take the lead to identify and implement solutions in consultation with stakeholders

• Build and maintain cooperative internal and cross-functional working relationships while participating in, and supporting, regulatory affairs activities such as licensing, labelling, inventory reporting, marketing, and new product development

• Provide regulatory support for gustatory testing

• Assist management in mentoring more junior regulatory affairs team members

• Other duties as assigned

Experience

• B.Sc./M.Sc. degree in Pharmacology, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or other life sciences, or extensive experience and related training in regulatory affairs

• Post-Graduate Regulatory Certification or RAC(CAN) preferred

• 3-5 years experience in regulatory affairs working within the Canadian regulatory affairs jurisdiction

• Previous knowledge and experience in any of the following regulatory frameworks should be noted, and highlighted: Cannabis Regulations, Natural Health Product Regulations, Hemp Regulations, Food and Drug Regulations, and Consumer Packaging and Labelling Regulations, Tobacco and Vaping Products Act, and associated Acts

• Proven ability to adhere to standards/procedures and maintain confidentiality

• Experience working in a Quality Management System

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat

• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills (written and verbal)

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and handle fluctuating workloads

• Able to effectively work with other departments to achieve objectives

• Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience working with the former Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations, the Cannabis Regulations and/or the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Other Details

This is a full-time remote-first role based out of Smiths Falls, Ottawa or Toronto, ON.

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We appreciate your interest, and promise to review all applications, but we will only be contacting those who best fit the requirements.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Partner. Please note, the chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete background and reference checks.