General Counsel

About Vivante

Vivante Health is an innovative startup, backed by leading digital health investors, reinventing the way chronic conditions are managed. We’re filling the unmet needs of people with chronic conditions that are invisible, neglected or stigmatized, starting with digestive disease.

Why digestive? Because an astonishing 70 million people in the US are affected—that’s twice the number with diabetes and more than many other chronic conditions combined. Unlike other chronic conditions, though, digestive diseases often go untreated or misdiagnosed…because of stigma.

At Vivante, we think it’s time to bring digestive health to the forefront while providing REAL solutions to the millions who are struggling and don’t know where to turn. Our health management ecosystem, GIThrive, empowers people—through brilliant technology and advanced science—to spend less time worrying about their digestive symptoms and more time living life. GIThrive is the first employer-sponsored program for digestive health.

With a remote-first workforce, we’re changing the way healthcare is delivered.

Position Summary

This is an exciting time to join us as the General Counsel and play a vital role in the continued growth and maturation of our company. You will work closely with the CEO and company leadership, board and investors. You will be a key strategic partner in guiding our legal and compliance initiatives as we navigate the complex landscape of the healthcare ecosystem. You will provide legal counsel, key contracting work across a variety of teams, manage risk, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities Include:

• Build-out the in-house legal operations at Vivante, partnering effective with outside counsel where still appropriate

• Further develop and execute the company’s legal strategy to support growth and innovation while ensuring compliance with healthcare and data privacy regulations

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including commercial and partnership agreements (primarily with self-insured employers and payors), vendor agreements, and employee and advisor agreements

• Protect and manage intellectual property assets, including patents and trademarks, with support from outside counsel

• Manage and collaborate with outside legal counsel on risk and litigation matters, if necessary

• Support business operations and strategic initiatives while balancing risk and compliance needs

• Lead corporate governance activities such as board consents and corporate actions in partnership with the CEO, outside counsel, Board and investors

• Stay updated on evolving healthcare regulations and advise on their impact on the company

Desired Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience at law firm and in-house counsel, preferably at an innovative healthcare company

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and Member of a State Bar in good standing

• Strong knowledge of tech and healthcare laws and regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, CCPA and data privacy, FTC, and CPOM laws

  • FDA knowledge is a nice to have

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and through visuals) across various audiences - investors, clients, board members, and colleagues

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced growth environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deliver results

• Experience in venture-backed companies and familiarity with fundraising and equity transactions is a nice to have

Vivante Health is an equal opportunity employer. We believe safe spaces where everyone can be their authentic selves is the key to a successful team so we welcome and embrace all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.