Legal Counsel - Barebells & NOCCO, USA
About The Position
Vitamin Well Group is seeking a commercially minded, hands-on Legal Counsel to support its US business and operations across North America. The position works at the intersection of commercial agreements, marketing, and regulatory matters, partnering with colleagues in Sales, Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development to support business deals, product launches, and brand protection. The Legal Counsel reports to and works closely with a senior colleague on the legal team and will contribute to the continued development of the North American legal function. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements across the US and Canada; supporting marketing partnerships and intellectual property matters; advising on marketing compliance and food and beverage product regulations; and providing legal support on disputes, contract management, and other matters. The position also helps develop legal templates, workflows, and processes for a growing business. The position is based in Marina del Rey, California, and requires on-site attendance five days per week. The base salary range is $140,000–$160,000 annually. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, with an application deadline of November 20, 2026. The company may use personality and logical ability assessments during recruitment.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in good standing.
- 3–5 years of relevant legal experience from a law firm, an in-house legal team, or a combination of both.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Strong commercial awareness, sound judgment, and ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working across teams.
- Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and take initiative in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with consumer products, food and beverage regulations, or related regulatory matters is a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate retail, distribution, manufacturing, supply, and service contracts across the US and Canada.
- Support Marketing with influencer, ambassador, sponsorship, and other brand partnership agreements.
- Support brand protection, intellectual property, and marketing compliance, including FTC endorsement and advertising requirements.
- Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs on product labeling, packaging, and claims for food and beverage products.
- Provide legal guidance on FDA and FTC requirements related to product launches and marketing initiatives.
- Provide legal support on disputes, contract management, and other legal matters as needed.
- Help develop and improve legal templates, workflows, and processes to support a growing business.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
