[Remote] Commercial Counsel at Foodsmart

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Digital Health, NutritionIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including complex revenue-generating agreements with health plans (including Medicaid managed care plans), health systems, community-based organizations and other partners, as well as vendor agreements, partnership agreements, BAAs, and confidentiality agreements
  • Expertise in structuring complex deals encompassing multiple components and agreements
  • Capability to increase the velocity of the sales contracting process while managing legal and business risks
  • Experience acting as a business-minded thought partner to sales, client development, marketing, operations, and other teams on legal and business aspects of contract negotiations
  • Proficiency in building processes, creating/improving templates, and driving adoption of tools and technology (including A.I.) to increase efficiency and quality of the contracting process
  • Skills to review and update contract templates and user terms in light of legal developments and company operations/products evolution
  • Knowledge to provide legal counsel on contractual obligations, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution related to commercial transactions
  • Ability to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies in all contractual engagements

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including complex revenue-generating agreements with health plans (including Medicaid managed care plans), health systems, community-based organizations and other partners, as well as vendor agreements, partnership agreements, BAAs, and confidentiality agreements
  • Help structure complex deals encompassing multiple components and agreements
  • Increase the velocity of the sales contracting process while keeping the company safe
  • Act as a business-minded thought partner to the sales, client development, marketing, operations, and other teams, contributing to both the legal and business aspects of contract negotiations
  • Build processes, create/improve templates, and drive the adoption of tools and technology (including A.I.) to increase the efficiency and quality of the contracting process
  • Review and update contract templates and user terms in light of legal developments and the evolution of the company’s operations and products
  • Provide legal counsel on contractual obligations, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution related to commercial transactions
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies in all contractual engagements
  • Provide legal guidance and support on a broad range of contract-related matters, managing related legal and business risks and accelerating the company’s growth
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to draft, review, negotiate, and manage complex agreements that drive the company’s success
  • Report directly to the General Counsel as an essential member of a small and growing legal team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Commercial ContractsContract NegotiationLegal DraftingHealthcare RegulationsComplianceRegulatory AffairsVendor AgreementsData Privacy

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the main responsibilities of the Commercial Counsel role?

You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including complex revenue-generating agreements with health plans, health systems, and community-based organizations, provide legal guidance on contract matters, manage risks, build processes, and drive technology adoption for contracting.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are Foodsmart's core values and company culture like?

Foodsmart's core values are Measured (data-driven decisions), Impactful (mission-focused), Collaborative (supportive environment), Hungry (growth mindset), and Joyful (finding joy in work and team). The culture is passionate, supportive, and driven by a shared purpose to make nutritious food accessible.

What does the legal team structure look like at Foodsmart?

You will report directly to the General Counsel and be an essential member of a small and growing legal team.

Foodsmart

Personalized nutrition and meal planning platform

About Foodsmart

Foodsmart offers a platform that helps individuals and families improve their nutrition and meal planning through dietary assessments and nutrition counseling from dietitians. Users receive personalized meal plans and can order healthy food directly to their homes via partnerships with delivery services like Instacart and Grubhub. What makes Foodsmart unique is its combination of meal planning, nutrition advice, and food delivery in one service, catering to those with specific health needs and families seeking healthier options. The company's goal is to empower people to make better dietary choices and enhance their overall health.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$301.4MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Unlimited PTO
Flexible working hours
Flexible working location
Paid health insurance
Monthly gym subsidies
Daily lunch allowances

Risks

Legal challenges from TCPA violations could harm reputation and incur financial penalties.
Dependence on major food delivery partners poses risk if partnerships are disrupted.
Rapid expansion may strain operations and affect service quality.

Differentiation

Foodsmart integrates dietary assessments, nutrition counseling, and food delivery in one platform.
Partnerships with Instacart, Grubhub, and Walmart enhance Foodsmart's food delivery capabilities.
Foodsmart's Foodscripts program allows dietitians to prescribe meals like medications.

Upsides

Raised $200M to expand operations and reach more patients with telenutrition services.
Growing demand for personalized nutrition solutions boosts Foodsmart's market potential.
Partnership with Instacart shows improved health outcomes for obesity and diabetes patients.

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