In‑House Counsel: Strategic Risk & Compliance Leader

NOW HEALTH GROUP, INC.; Illinois; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NOW Health Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced in-house counsel to lead the company’s legal, compliance, and risk management efforts.

You will identify trends, develop frameworks, and implement initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders. The role requires drafting and negotiating complex agreements, advising on FDA/FTC regulatory matters, and guiding senior leadership on governance, data privacy, and international considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; admission to at least one State Bar.
• 4+ years of legal/business/transactional experience with a law firm, corporation, or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with Company personnel across levels to mitigate risk and drive business results.
• Experience in dietary supplements/food/personal care industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic, proactive approach to legal, compliance and risk management matters, including identifying trends and implementing initiatives.
• Provide guidance and coaching on legal matters to ensure alignment with the Company's culture and values.
• Advise on regulatory matters with FDA, FTC and other agencies, including international ministries of health.
• Draft, review and negotiate vendor, licensing, purchase, quality, and IP agreements; manage disputes with outside counsel.
• Confer with directors and officers on corporate governance and bylaws; oversee insurance policies and certificates of liability.

Skills

Legal risk management

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Executive guidance

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bachelor's degree

Job description

NOW Health Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced in-house counsel to lead the company’s legal, compliance, and risk management efforts.

You will identify trends, develop frameworks, and implement initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders. The role requires drafting and negotiating complex agreements, advising on FDA/FTC regulatory matters, and guiding senior leadership on governance, data privacy, and international considerations.