Business Affairs Counsel
Function Health
Legal
United States · Remote
Posted on Jun 14, 2025
Business Affairs Counsel
US - Remote
Legal
Remote
Full-time
Company Overview:
Function was founded with a singular focus: empower you to live 100 healthy years. We’re doing that by using the best available technology to make sure people don't suffer or die a preventable death. Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024 and is venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z).
Hundreds of thousands of members have joined Function to take control of their health. We are growing our team and seeking out world-class talent that deeply believes in our mission to positively impact global health and have a relentless bias toward action and a growth mindset. Function fosters a collaborative and dynamic environment where, every day, we are building the future.
Role:
We’re seeking a sharp, business-minded Business Affairs Counsel to support our marketing, content, and brand teams. You’ll play a key role in advising on advertising and promotional matters, social media campaigns, influencer relationships, strategic partnerships, and brand IP usage. You will spend considerable time drafting and addressing contracts to support these business units, reviewing content intended for widespread publication, and counseling your teammates around these areas.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, consumer-facing environment, possesses considerable applicable experience, and can balance risk while enabling creativity and growth. You must offer a relevant, well-developed skill set, and you must be prepared to hit the ground running.
This role reports to our General Counsel and works closely with marketing, communications, creative, and product teams.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working through ambiguity, meticulous in their attention to detail, self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of independently producing excellent work product. As an early member of our team, your contributions will play a critical role in shaping the future of Function Health as we strive to scale from a burgeoning startup to a household brand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as legal advisor to the marketing, content, brand, and partnerships teams across a variety of channels (digital, social, email, print, paid media, influencer, and more).
- Review and advise on marketing materials, campaigns, scripts, and claims for compliance with applicable laws and regulations (FTC, FDA, state advertising laws, etc.).
- Draft, negotiate, and manage agreements including influencer and creator contracts, marketing agency MSAs, content licenses, sponsorship deals, and talent releases.
- Partner cross-functionally to advise on IP usage, endorsements, testimonial content, brand collaborations, and promotional offers.
- Help establish scalable marketing and content review workflows, including pre-clearance processes and risk-tiering frameworks.
- Support content creation policies and compliance for consumer-facing materials, including health-related communications.
- Stay current on evolving marketing and advertising regulations, platform policies, and industry trends.
Qualifications/Skills:
- J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of relevant legal experience, including at least 2 years in-house at a consumer brand, media, or tech company.
- Deep understanding of advertising and consumer protection laws (e.g., FTC Act, CAN-SPAM, TCPA, COPPA, NAD), especially with respect to health-related messaging.
- Experience negotiating marketing, sponsorship, influencer, and creative production contracts.
- Familiarity with health, wellness, or life sciences marketing is a strong plus.
- Strong commercial instincts, with a balanced, pragmatic approach to legal risk.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a clear and concise style.
- Ability to operate autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment.
Great-to-Have Skills and Experiences:
- Experience advising on health claims, FDA/FDA-compliant content, or health-related disclaimer.
- Familiarity with content licensing, SAG-AFTRA/union matters, or AI-generated content guidelines.
- Background in media, consumer tech, or wellness/healthcare sectors.
To be a strong fit, you embody our Core Values:
- Ruthless Prioritization:
- We don’t let perfect get in the way of progress.
- We move quickly to drive value, not perfection.
- We prioritize what drives impact.
- We never compromise on standards of excellence.
- Member-First, Always:
- We design and deliver like we’re caring for someone we love.
- We create clear, actionable, human experiences.
- We prioritize responsiveness, peace of mind, and outcomes.
- We empower members with truth, clarity, and care.
- One Team, Moving Fast:
- We are aligned in purpose, prioritization, and speed.
- We gather diverse perspectives to make informed decisions.
- We clear paths for each other and move fast together.
- We communicate clearly and respectfully, rallying around shared goals.
- Radical Ownership, Relentless Execution:
- We don’t just ship—we own outcomes and drive results.
- We act with urgency and precision.
- We anticipate, initiate, and follow through.
- We meet challenges with grit and pragmatism.
- We embrace new tech to deliver better outcomes.
- Mission Over Ego:
- We are ruthlessly aligned to our mission—and leave ego at the door.
- We disagree and commit.
- We don't tolerate politics or withholding information.
- We operate with honesty, transparency, and respect.
- Sustained Integrity in Every Detail:
- We earn trust by obsessing over accuracy, quality, and clarity in everything we do.
- We prioritize clinical precision—data must be right.
- We sweat the details because outcomes depend on them.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare. Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
At Function, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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