This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory & Commercial in United States.
This role offers an opportunity to provide strategic and hands-on legal leadership in a dynamic, consumer-focused environment. The Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory & Commercial will oversee legal matters related to regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, and advertising claims for dietary supplements and wellness products. You will partner with cross-functional teams including Marketing, R&D, Product, and Regulatory Affairs to enable compliant innovation while mitigating legal and regulatory risks. This position requires a strong balance of subject-matter expertise, practical business judgment, and leadership capabilities to influence enterprise-wide decision-making and support the organization’s growth and strategic objectives.
Accountabilities
- Provide day-to-day legal guidance on FDA and FTC compliance for dietary supplements, wellness products, labeling, advertising, claims substantiation, and related regulatory requirements
- Advise product development, marketing, and regulatory teams on legal and regulatory risk, including claims development and substantiation strategies
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with emphasis on regulatory compliance, intellectual property, confidentiality, indemnification, and liability provisions
- Act as a backup to the General Counsel to ensure continuity of legal support across enterprise matters such as corporate governance, employment law, privacy, data protection, and litigation management
- Monitor regulatory trends, enforcement actions, and guidance to translate developments into actionable risk assessments and business advice
- Develop and deliver training, standard operating procedures, and guidance to promote compliance and consistency across the organization
- Mentor and lead legal team members, fostering professional growth, strategic alignment, and a positive, collaborative culture
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership required
- Minimum 5+ years of legal experience with substantial expertise advising on FDA and FTC regulatory matters for dietary supplements, wellness products, or consumer health products
- Proven experience in advertising and labeling compliance, claims substantiation, and regulatory risk assessment
- Demonstrated ability to advise cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills with attention to detail and strategic judgment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
- Proficiency in legal research, contract management software, and standard office productivity tools
- Leadership experience in mentoring, performance management, and succession planning within a legal or regulatory team
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
- Gym membership reimbursement and monthly supplement allowance
- Paid time off, volunteer time off, and holidays
- Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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