Senior Director, Legal Counsel

About the role

VEG was founded in 2014 to help people and their pets when they need it most by challenging norms and fixing the ER experience. The company operates 24/7/365 veterinary emergency hospitals nationwide and has created an ER experience focused on pets and pet parents, while also empowering its employees (VEGgies) to achieve great things and belong. VEG’s headquarters team (VQ) builds technology, recruits talent, and brings the brand to life to support hospitals and people. VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®. As Senior Director, Legal Counsel, you will partner with leaders across the business to understand goals, identify legal risks, and give clear, actionable recommendations on complex matters spanning commercial contracts, employment, corporate governance, compliance, privacy, regulatory, and other legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to VEG's business and clinical teams by delivering proactive, business‑minded legal guidance that enables smart, fast decision‑making.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts across vendors, technologies, and services ensuring a balance of speed, clarity, and protection.
• Support entity management and corporate governance for VEG's growing U.S. and Canadian footprint, advising on key strategic and cross‑functional initiatives.
• Enhance and scale compliance programs across data privacy, regulatory frameworks, and ethics—driving a culture of integrity and accountability.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with leaders across Operations, Growth, HR, IT, and Marketing to align legal strategy with business priorities.
• Design repeatable tools, templates, and training that help teams move quickly and confidently within clear legal guardrails.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in‑house (healthcare, veterinary, or high‑growth environment preferred).
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and advising on employment matters.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks, data privacy, and multi‑state/multi‑country regulations.

Qualifications

Practical, business‑oriented mindset with a focus on clarity, speed, and partnership; exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills; thrives in a collaborative, in‑person culture.

Skills

• Empathetic, people‑centric approach when supporting colleagues or understanding different perspectives.
• Humility – acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, lifting up teammates’ accomplishments.
• Strong sense of ownership over work, taking responsibility for outcomes and committing to long‑term, impactful results.
• Curious by nature – asking insightful questions and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one.
• Access to free therapy or counseling.
• Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
• Inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families.