Corporate Counsel – Veterinary Pharmaceuticals

Wedgewood Pharmacy

4h • Remote

About The Position

Wedgewood Pharmacy is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its Legal & Compliance team as a trusted legal partner across the organization. The role provides practical, business-focused legal guidance while supporting the company’s mission of improving animal health. It leads commercial contracting, supports corporate governance, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to manage legal risk, improve processes, and advance business initiatives. The position is remote and full-time, with a flexible schedule based on business needs and occasional travel to Wedgewood locations possibly required.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
• 3–6 years of legal experience, including significant in-house experience supporting commercial business operations.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, negotiating, and managing a high volume of commercial agreements.
• Experience with corporate governance, entity management, and contract management processes.
• Strong business judgment and ability to translate complex legal matters into practical solutions that support organizational goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a regulated industry such as healthcare, pharmacy, or life sciences.
• Experience with commercial dispute resolution, legal process improvements, or contract management technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements, including NDAs, master service agreements, statements of work, vendor contracts, and software/SaaS agreements.
• Manage customer, supply, and distribution agreements supporting Wedgewood Pharmacy, its 503B outsourcing facilities, and Blue Rabbit Veterinary.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, People Success, and Executive Leadership to provide practical legal guidance, assess contractual risks, and support business decisions.
• Develop and improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, approval workflows, and contract management processes.
• Support corporate governance, commercial dispute resolution, collections, and regulatory compliance initiatives, collaborating with legal leadership on complex matters.
• Build knowledge of veterinary pharmacy and compounding regulations, including FDA 503A and 503B requirements, state pharmacy regulations, and DEA requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A supportive, team-first culture.
• Opportunity to make an impact on animal health.
• Opportunity to partner with business leaders and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Exposure to veterinary pharmacy and compounding, with opportunities to expand legal and regulatory expertise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree