Job Description
Legal Compliance Manager
Location: New York, NY
Salary Range: $121,000 – $150,000
Industry: Food, Beverage & Retail
About Us:
We are a dynamic and fast-growing company operating at the intersection of food, beverage, and retail. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and regulatory excellence, we serve a diverse customer base through multiple national and regional retail channels. We’re seeking a skilled Legal Compliance Manager to lead and strengthen our compliance infrastructure as we scale.
About the Role:
As our Legal Compliance Manager, you will ensure that our operations, products, marketing, and retail activities remain fully compliant with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with legal, operations, HR, quality, and executive leadership to proactively identify risks and promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and manage company-wide compliance policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Advise on food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, FSMA), labeling requirements, and retail-specific obligations.
• Manage compliance issues related to marketing, advertising, and packaging claims.
• Monitor and interpret evolving laws in food, beverage, alcohol (if applicable), and retail sectors.
• Support contract review and negotiation related to suppliers, co-packers, and retail partners.
• Serve as primary liaison for regulatory audits, certifications, and inquiries.
• Lead internal compliance audits and risk assessments.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or legal background strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of legal or compliance experience in the food, beverage, or retail industry.
• Deep understanding of FDA, FTC, USDA, TTB (if applicable), and state/local regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working with cross-functional business teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to distill legal issues into practical, business-friendly solutions.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive compensation: $121,000–$150,000 base salary
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Mission-driven culture with strong values around quality, integrity, and innovation
• Opportunity to lead legal compliance at a high-growth consumer company
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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Apply Today!
If you’re a strategic thinker with strong legal instincts and a passion for food, retail, and regulatory integrity, we’d love to hear from you. send resume to cabondano@appleone.com and call me at 310-477-0021
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