- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Compensation
- $145,000–181,000/year
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
Canada Goose seeks a Director of Global Regulatory Compliance to lead its global compliance framework for products, operations, supply chain, and manufacturing across its markets. The role advises senior leaders, oversees product and environmental compliance, and coordinates regulatory submissions and engagement; it is based in a hybrid work environment. The annual salary range is CAD 145,000–181,000, with actual offers depending on experience, skills, and role alignment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain a global regulatory compliance framework across all jurisdictions where Canada Goose operates.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess the impact of new laws and regulations on products, operations, the supply chain, and strategic initiatives.
- Establish enterprise-wide compliance policies, procedures, controls, training programs, and monitoring mechanisms.
- Advise senior management on regulatory compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
- Maintain an enterprise regulatory risk register and report regularly to executive leadership and relevant Board committees.
- Oversee compliance with product regulations and standards, including product safety; textile and apparel requirements; fiber content and care labeling; country-of-origin and marking requirements; chemical substance restrictions and restricted substances programs; consumer protection; product stewardship; and testing and certification requirements.
- Ensure products meet applicable regulatory requirements before market launch.
- Partner with Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain teams to embed compliance requirements into product development processes.
- Lead compliance efforts relating to global environmental and sustainability regulations, including extended producer responsibility, Digital Product Passport requirements, product traceability, packaging, waste and recycling obligations, supply chain transparency, and circular economy requirements.
- Work with Sustainability and ESG teams to align compliance activities with corporate sustainability objectives.
- Ensure readiness for emerging environmental regulations in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other key markets.
- Engage with industry associations, external counsel, consultants, and regulatory bodies as appropriate.
- Coordinate regulatory submissions, certifications, disclosures, and government inquiries.
Qualifications
- At least 10 years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, compliance management, product compliance, environmental compliance, or regulatory affairs.
- Experience in consumer products, apparel, retail, manufacturing, luxury goods, or related industries is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience working across multiple jurisdictions, including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other global markets.
- Strategic thinking, with the ability to anticipate regulatory trends and translate them into business strategies.
- Highly developed business judgment and risk assessment capabilities.
- Ability to coordinate teams and marshal resources in a corporate environment.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to influence senior leaders across functions and geographies.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Enjoyment of the challenges of a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
Skills
Experience
At least 10 years in regulatory compliance, compliance management, product compliance, environmental compliance, or regulatory affairs.
Workplace
This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 145,000 to CAD 181,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program; career growth opportunities through internal and external programs; Goose Rewards and ICON Rewards; donation matching and paid volunteer time through CG Gives; tools and resources supporting physical and mental health, embracing change, and connecting with colleagues.
About Cerulean
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