General Counsel New San Francisco

In a world where healthcare can feel like a maze of bureaucracy and frustration, Mochi Health offers a refreshing oasis. We're not just another telehealth clinic – we're on a mission to rewrite the script on healthcare, starting with the most overlooked areas of medicine. With a dream team of top-tier providers, a commitment to evidence-based practices, and a flair for efficient design, we're reshaping the landscape of patient care across the US.As a rapidly growing telehealth obesity clinic, our goal is to make weight management accessible and affordable for everyone. Founded by the visionary Dr. Myra Ahmad and supported by a team of exceptional founders and medical professionals, we aim to deliver holistic, patient-centered care that truly makes a difference. As our team expands rapidly, we're proud to call San Francisco our home.Ready to join a team that's changing the game in healthcare? Come be a part of something big at Mochi Health!About The Role:

As Mochi Health’s first Legal Counsel, you’ll have the opportunity to shape our legal framework, ensuring that we are both compliant and proactive as we grow. We need a resilient, strategic thinker who’s not afraid to tell us the hard truths and who can act as both an advisor and a partner. You’ll help build our legal processes from scratch, establish a risk-aware environment, and play a key role in guiding the company through regulatory and operational decisions. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work closely with various teams, bringing a practical approach to solving legal issues with a strong understanding of the startup environment.What You’ll Do:

Develop and implement legal strategies that align with business goals, ensuring compliance with relevant healthcare laws and regulations.Identify, assess, and manage potential legal risks to protect Mochi Health while maintaining operational flexibility.Advise on corporate governance matters and maintain necessary documentation, including formation, shareholder agreements, and board resolutions.Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts such as vendor agreements, service agreements, employment contracts, and partnerships.Develop and update internal policies to ensure legal alignment with industry best practices.Work cross-functionally with product, operations, and clinical teams to provide actionable legal guidance.Manage external legal counsel and resources as needed.Who You Are:

5+ years of relevant legal experience.A startup-ready mindset—you’re adaptable, driven, and thrive in an ever-evolving environment.Strong chops in healthcare law, corporate governance, and contract negotiation (and ready to bring your A-game).Top-notch communication skills—you can make legal lingo sound clear, actionable, and team-friendly.Integrity and judgment, with the confidence to call out risks and navigate complex challenges.Set Yourself Apart With:

3+ years in healthcare or regulated industries.Company Paid Life Insurance.401k with Company matching.Competitive PTO and Company Holidays.Team lunches to facilitate bonding and connection.Emphasis on Wellness: Group activities, mindfulness exercises, physical exercise.Frequent office hangouts and meetups outside of work.The base salary for this full-time position ranges from $200,000 to $300,000, in addition to equity and benefits. The salary range listed in each job posting represents the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across all locations. Actual compensation within this range is determined by various factors, such as job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and location.Join Us at Mochi Health!If you're here, chances are you share our passion for transforming the connection between providers and patients to explore evidence-based weight loss strategies. We invite you to apply, whether or not you meet every requirement listed. At Mochi, we value individuals who are intelligent, curious, and dedicated to our mission, over those who simply check all the boxes.Mochi Health is an equal opportunity workplace, proud to embrace diversity in all its forms. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.Please note that Mochi Health does not accept agency resumes. Kindly refrain from forwarding resumes to any recruiting alias or employee. Mochi is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.Apply for this job#J-18808-Ljbffr