Corporate Governance Secretary

Overview

Committed to strong leadership, teamwork, collaboration, and the belief that we are most effective when we embrace and build on the collective strengths of our people, the Corporate Governance Secretary will guide the annual BOD calendar and Corporate Governance Services, working to establish and successfully deliver on team goals – all in service to High Tide’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. This role reports to the CFO.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate with HR, Legal, CEO, CFO, and external legal counsel for governance.
• Co-ordinate with Audit committee, governance committee, compensation committee, the exchanges, and joint venture partners to organize monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings.
• Research and advise on best practices related to public company governance.
• Collaborate closely with the CFO & Board to meet strategic governance needs and implement a structure for organizing document sharing.
• Monthly filings to the stock exchange in collaboration with external and internal counsel and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with the CFO and HR on gap analysis assessment of governance structures and systems.
• Responsible for overseeing the development and execution of proactive governance planning to ensure a pipeline of leaders and appropriate training and orientation.
• Guide the development, maintenance, and consistent application of High Tide’s Governance Manual (CGM) for all Boards and committees.
• Work with legal counsel and HR, Compliance to manage recommendations and maintenance of governance policies.
• Attend board meetings as required.
• Track and prepare minutes of meetings and board resolutions for approval.
• Manage Omnibus Option Trax and its workings to ensure all the options, grants, and RSUs are accurately tracked and processed.
• Serve as staff liaison for distribution and educate employees on the stock options and RSUs grant, as per company policies.
• Work with internal and external counsel to complete the Annual Information Form and Management Information Circular as per SEDI requirements.
• Introduce the company executives on public market calls as needed.
• Ensure completion of PIFs form for the executives.
• Communicate insider trading policy including blackout dates at the required intervals and ensure compliance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

These are the core elements of the job, but it’s so much more. This opportunity would be a great fit for a results-driven individual who can drive innovation, collaboration, and creativity to improve efficiency and outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Corporate Governance, or a related field.
• 5 plus years of experience in corporate governance, legal, or administrative roles (preferably in a corporate or regulated environment).
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and governance management platforms (e.g., Omnibus Option Trax or similar tools).

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing, fast-paced, and successful company.

Some of the benefits you can expect at High Tide Inc.

• We are building, growing, and driven to grow.
• We share our knowledge and learn from each other, one team.
• On-the-job training to set you up for success.
• Mentorship from talented professionals.

The job posting reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Please note that candidates applying for openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

High Tide Inc. is the leading community-grown, retail-forward cannabis enterprise engineered to unleash the full value of the world’s most powerful plant and is the second-largest cannabis retailer globally by store count. High Tide (HITI) is uniquely built around the cannabis consumer, with wholly diversified and fully integrated operations across all components of cannabis, including:

• Bricks & Mortar Retail: Canna Cabana is the largest cannabis retail chain in Canada, with 191 current locations spanning British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and growing. In 2021, Canna Cabana became the first cannabis discount club retailer in the world.
• Retail Innovation: Fastendr is a unique and fully automated technology that employs retail kiosks to facilitate a better buying experience through browsing, ordering, and pickup.
• Consumption Accessories: High Tide operates a suite of leading accessory e-commerce platforms across the world, including Grasscity.com, Smokecartel.com, Dailyhighclub.com, and Dankstop.com.
• E-commerce Platforms: High Tide operates a suite of leading accessory sites across the world, including Grasscity.com, Smokecartel.com, Dailyhighclub.com, and Dankstop.com.

Brands: High Tide’s industry-leading and consumer-facing brand roster includes Queen of Bud, Cabana Cannabis Co, Daily High Club, Vodka Glass, Puff Puff Pass, Dopezilla, Atomik, Hue, Evolution, and more.

CBD: High Tide continues to cultivate the possibilities of consumer CBD through Nuleafnaturals.com, FABCBD.com, blessedcbd.de, and blessedcbd.co.uk.

Wholesale Distribution: High Tide keeps that cannabis category stocked with wholesale solutions via Valiant.

Licensing: High Tide continues to push cannabis culture forward through fresh partnerships and license agreements under the Famous Brandz name.

We are a team with purpose and passion! Our values are:

• Passion
• Diligence
• Achievement
• Dependability

High Tide consistently moves ahead of the currents, having been named one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 by the Globe and Mail’s Report on Business Magazine, and was named as one of the top 10 performing diversified industries stocks in both 2022 and 2024 TSX Venture 50. High Tide was also ranked number one in the retail category on the Financial Times list of Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies for 2024.

To discover the full impact of High Tide, visit www.hightideinc.com. For investment performance, don’t miss the High Tide profile pages on SEDAR+ and EDGAR.