Marketing & Food Labeling Compliance Specialist

Marketing & Food Labeling Compliance Specialist Athletic Brewing Co. | Full‑time | Negotiable | Unknown | Posted Mar 8 Athletic Brewing Co. is on a mission to revolutionize the beer industry by producing innovative non‑alcoholic beverages. They are seeking a passionate Compliance Specialist to ensure all marketing and labeling meet U.S. and international regulatory requirements. Job Responsibilities Serve as an internal authority on TTB, FDA, FTC, state and local alcohol beverage control regulations, trade practice laws, and international requirements applicable to beer, non‑alcoholic beer, and adjacent beverages. Provide proactive guidance to Marketing and Innovation teams during the concept stage, enabling compliant creative development. Review and approve all labels, packaging, promotional marketing, advertisement, and related materials across domestic and international markets. Advise on TTB COLA submissions, maintain internal systems for tracking label approvals, revisions, and version control. Research applicable marketing claims, ensuring claims are substantiated and properly documented. Comprehend legal agreements and apply their terms to marketing efforts and compliance. Provide guidance to Sales on state‑level regulatory nuances and trade practice considerations. Act as the authority on sweepstakes, couponing, giveaways, and related promotional activities under state laws; review and approve fine print, terms and conditions, and sweepstakes rules. Perform trademark clearances and report findings to Legal, evaluating trademark and copyright compliance. Research regulatory risks, analyze documents, and communicate recommended actions. Protect brand equity through disciplined compliance governance. Translate complex regulatory topics into structured, actionable guidance with accurate citations. Build strong working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders. Request and track nutritional analyses of products. Provide day‑to‑day marketing compliance support and serve as the key point of contact between Marketing and Compliance teams. Identify legal issues for referral to the Legal Department while maintaining jurisdiction over compliance matters. Educate stakeholders on regulatory boundaries with a solutions‑oriented mindset. Execute state reporting and brand registrations. Track and report Extended Responsibility Producer requirements as required in necessary states and provinces. Review food ingredient manufacturer sheets for labeling compliance. Perform a broad variety of tasks in support of the role and responsibilities. Other duties may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Desired Experience & Traits Seasoned compliance professional with meaningful experience in food & beverage marketing, ideally within beer, non‑alcoholic beverages, or highly regulated CPG categories. Strategic thinker with regulatory expertise. Excellent written and verbal communicator. Solution‑oriented, goal‑oriented, and creative problem‑solving thinker. Highly detail‑oriented and organized, able to manage multiple priorities. Capable of meeting multiple deadlines independently and without supervision. Self‑motivated and able to take ownership of workstreams independently. Passionate about building category leadership in non‑alcoholic beer and responsible marketing practices. Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in food & beverage labeling and marketing compliance. Experience within beer, non‑alcoholic beer, beverage alcohol, or emerging NA beverage categories. Deep working knowledge of: TTB regulations applicable to NA beer and related categories. FDA labeling requirements (nutrition, ingredients, allergen disclosures). FTC advertising and substantiation standards, including FTC Green Guides. State alcohol beverage control laws and trade practice regulations. Preferred: International food and beverage labeling/marketing requirements. Preferred Requirements Demonstrated experience leading compliance review processes in a fast‑paced environment. Experience with compliance department operations and management, and interaction with Marketing and Legal departments. Ability to understand and implement legal advice. Experience partnering directly with Marketing and Sales on compliant growth initiatives. Proven ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical business guidance. Experience advising on claim substantiation and marketing risk mitigation. Experience with trademark research and brand protection processes, performing clearance searches independently and reporting analysis and conclusions. Bachelor’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Food Science, Law, or related field. Job Details Location: Milford, CT, or San Diego, CA (breweries). In‑office 4 days a week. Salary: $80,000 – $105,000 base salary plus performance bonuses up to 10% of base salary. Benefits: Full health, vision, dental, life, 401k with 5% company match, paid parental leave. Professional development: 12 paid days per year to dedicate to volunteering or professional development activities. We value internal mobility and team equity. We are an equal‑opportunity employer – we thrive when we champion diversity and inclusion and welcome members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit; must walk, bend, stoop, and lift. May sit/stand for several hours at a time. Frequent change or interruptions, responding to stressful situations requiring immediate action, independent judgment, and superior problem‑solving abilities. Prolonged exposure to computer screens. Repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and copiers. #J-18808-Ljbffr SupportFinity™