Tilray Brands – Toronto, ON (Remote)
Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray”) (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), is a leading global lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is leading as a transformative force at the nexus of cannabis, beverage, wellness, and entertainment, elevating lives through moments of connection. Tilray’s mission is to be a leading premium lifestyle company with a house of brands and innovative products that inspire joy, wellness and create memorable experiences. Tilray’s unprecedented platform supports over 40 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and craft beverages.

Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?

Job Summary:
The Senior Legal Counsel will provide legal support on commercial and regulatory matters affecting Tilray Brands, Inc. and its subsidiaries in Canada. You will also support for regulatory compliance for Tilray’s Canadian cannabis business, including Cannabis Act and Regulations, Provincial Cannabis Handbooks, and applicable privacy laws.

This role reports directly to the Global General Counsel, Mitchell Gendel, and will work closely with the broader legal team.

You will be expected to navigate a broad range of commercial and regulatory legal issues with agility and sound judgment. This includes ensuring compliance with applicable laws, supporting business operations and strategic initiatives, identifying and mitigating legal and reputational risks, and coordinating with external counsel while maintaining legal budget discipline.

We are looking for a leader who is comfortable building relationships throughout the organization, has the presence to exercise influence to achieve results, and the ability to interact confidently to translate difficult legal principles into practical business solutions.



You will be working alongside and in support of our highly experienced business team and legal professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys the challenge of an ever-changing business, who has robust interpersonal skills, and a thirst for learning and growing.

Key Accountabilities:

Act as a flexible in-house generalist, capable of responding to a wide range of legal and quasi-legal issues as they arise across the business. This includes unexpected or time-sensitive matters that require quick judgment, cross-functional coordination, and practical legal solutions — whether related to commercial operations, regulatory compliance, or employment concerns

Provide legal support for commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts across various business units

Advise on regulatory compliance matters under the Cannabis Act and Regulations, Provincial Cannabis Handbooks, and applicable privacy laws

Monitor and interpret changes in Canadian regulatory frameworks and assess their impact on business operations

Support cross-functional initiatives, including trade marketing, compliance, and product development, by providing proactive legal input

Provide privacy, employment, and labor law advice as needed, including policy development and compliance with applicable privacy laws

Assist with internal employment investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and resolution strategies

Monitor and assess legal risk, providing strategic advice to mitigate reputational and operational exposure across Canadian business units





Develop and sustain good working relationships with business partners by facilitating open communication and becoming familiar with the designated business units

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate/LLB and membership in valuable standing with the Law Society of Ontario or le Barreau du Québec

Fluency in English is required, and French fluency is considered an asset, particularly for regulatory filings and communications in Quebec, but is not required

4-8 years of experience in commercial and regulatory matters at leading law firm and/or broad in-house experience at a company

Experience advising internal stakeholders across multiple business areas, including operations, HR, marketing, and compliance

Strong skill set in risk management, both from a legal and reputational standpoint

Experience working with outside law firms and managing legal budgets is an asset

Experience working in a regulated industry, with the ability to quickly learn and apply relevant legal frameworks; prior knowledge of the cannabis sector is an asset but not required

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance and act as a trusted advisor

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities effectively.

Knowledge of Canadian privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests

Knowledge of Ontario and Quebec employment law

Tilray welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.

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📌 Senior Legal Counsel @ Tilray Brands (Ontario)
🏢 Counselwell
📍 Ontario