Associate Counsel

Join our growing team at Vetcove, and help us transform how veterinarians buy the supplies they need to keep America's pets healthy. Vetcove's eCommerce and mobile platforms enable veterinary practices to compare and buy from all of their vendors in one place. Our community of more than 17,000 veterinary hospitals employs tens of thousands of veterinarians, and delivers care to many millions of animals every year across all 50 states. We’re a growing team on a mission to modernize the $50B+ animal health industry. Simply put, Vetcove helps veterinary organizations spend more time giving care, and less time shopping and comparing across vendors to supply their practices. Vetcove is a Y Combinator and venture-backed growth stage company with notable investors in Silicon Valley and NYC. We're looking for exceptionally talented and passionate people to join our growing team. 

Vetcove is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Counsel to join our legal team. The Associate Counsel will work closely with the Head of Legal and executive leadership to support and drive the continued growth of the company. This role requires a proactive, business-oriented attorney with a strong background in commercial contracting, tech transactions, privacy and data security laws, and corporate governance.

What you will do

• Review and negotiate commercial contracts for all business functions, including: software licensing and SaaS agreements, vendor agreements, service level/support agreements, vendor agreements, service level/support agreements, distribution agreements, and other partnership agreements.

• Provide legal advice to support business partners across the company, including working closely with the business and product team on new product launches.

• Contribute to Vetcove’s privacy program by negotiating data processing agreements and advising the business teams on compliance with data privacy laws and regulations, including consumer data collection, use and disclosures.

• Collaborate with Vetcove’s people function on employment law matters, including drafting employment agreements and ensuring compliance with state and local employment laws.

• Partner with the internal legal team and outside counsel (as needed) to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop and implement legal strategies that align with business goals.

You should have

• J.D. from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with at least one state bar.

• Minimum of 2-6 years of relevant legal experience at a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.

• Strong background in commercial contracting, tech transactions and corporate governance.

• Excellent negotiation, drafting and analytical skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects

  simultaneously.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to provide practical legal advice in a fast-paced

  environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits (Full Time Roles)

• 100% remote within the USA

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  

• Automatic 401k contribution

• Employee referral program

• At home office set up 

• Bi-annual company retreats 

• Open vacation policy 

• Equity

• Monthly team events

Please note we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.

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Vetcove is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.