Job Description
In a large-scale retail environment, our license to operate is our most valuable asset. We are looking for a Licensing & Compliance Manager who understands that this isn't just about paperwork; it's about business continuity. This role is the guardian of our alcohol, tobacco, and regulated sales licenses. A single failure in compliance doesn't just mean a fine, it risks the immediate closure of our stores.
Beyond licensing, you will be one of our Trading Standards experts, supporting the team and ensuring that as legislation evolves, Morrisons stays ahead of the curve. From the complexity of environmental \"green claims\" to the strict marketing of vapes and tobacco, you will ensure our commercial ambitions never compromise our legal integrity.
1. Oversee the application, maintenance, and renewal of all licenses, ensuring all statutory requirements are met.
2. Final oversight for high-risk advertising and labeling, including tobacco/vapes, pricing, and substantiating sustainability claims.
3. Design, implement, and audit our Challenge 25 strategy. You will be the internal authority on age restricted sales, ensuring every colleague is trained and every store is prepared for test purchases.
4. Proactively identify stores at risk of licensing reviews and implement robust intervention plans to prevent closure or loss of license.
5. Act as the primary point of contact for...