For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
The New Product Compliance Counsel serves as a legal advisor to the business, providing leadership across regulatory and manufacturing compliance functions related, but not limited to, new product development and commercialization. This role is also responsible for drafting and critically reviewing submissions of premarket applications to ensure adherence with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, draft, and submit premarket applications to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in support of manufacturing functions
- Advise on evolving FDA frameworks that may impact new product pipelines and proactively guide business teams in adapting to emerging product requirements
- Lead compliance reviews of marketing materials to ensure legal accuracy and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
- Conduct in-depth legal and regulatory analyses, interpreting complex federal and state laws, providing timely guidance to senior leadership
- Oversee regulatory audits, ensuring timely corrective action, documentation, and executive reporting
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and vendor agreements that support compliance and regulatory operations
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in a law firm, government law practice, or corporate legal department, emphasizing FDA, regulatory, or product compliance law
- Member in good standing of a U.S. state bar; able to attain Florida Authorized House Counsel status
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex legislation and translate it into business-relevant policy and operational guidance
- Proven success advising executives, influencing decision-making, and guiding cross-functional teams in regulated environments
- Strong analytical judgment and business acumen with the ability to balance risk management
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the capacity to present complex issues clearly and persuasively
- Highly organized with demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-impact initiatives under tight timelines
- Collaborative leadership style with a proven record of building trust, mentoring peers, and fostering accountability across functions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Travel: up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
- In addition to a Juris Doctor, a Bachelor’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline (engineering, physical science, or social science)
- Experience in FDA-regulated industries such as consumer goods, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, nicotine/tobacco, or wellness products
- Direct involvement in FDA premarket submissions, compliance audits, or enforcement interactions
- Prior experience developing or implementing regulatory strategies for new product categories
What We Offer
- Base salary and bonus program
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance effective on date of hire
- Generous 401(k) Plan
- Defined Contribution Plan
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
Official Contact Information
- Email: All official emails will come from an @Swisher.com address
- Website: Verify job listings and contact details on https://careers.swisher.com
Important: We will never contact you via Teams, Zoom, or Google Meets. If you qualify for an interview the proper meeting method will be shared with you beforehand. Confidential information should only be shared through secure methods outside of email.