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Position Description
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience.
Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We’re not just a food company. We’re a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building one of the most innovative end-to-end food supply chains in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients; then use smart data, automation, and logistics to deliver them at peak freshness.
It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we’re just getting started.
If you’re passionate about innovation, care deeply about what people eat, and want to help build the future of food, we’d love to meet you.
The Role
FreshDirect is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its Legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial, regulatory, governance, and operational matters in support of a fast-growing, technology-enabled food business.
The successful candidate will have strong commercial contracting experience, sound business judgment, and a practical approach to problem-solving. Commercial contracting will comprise a significant portion of the role, making it an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys partnering with the business while gaining exposure to regulatory compliance, data governance, corporate governance, and legal operations.
What You’ll Do
We Live These Values Every Day
A Passion for our customers
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, innovate, and act quickly to exceed expectations with every order and interaction.
One team, one mission
Everyone contributes & every role matters. We break silos, lift each other up, and share a relentless focus on delivering results. That way, we win together.
Delivering excellence, every time
We take pride in the quality of our food, service, and the experience we create. Our team goes above and beyond to earn trust and guarantee 100% freshness.
Act with integrity
We operate with honesty, respect, and accountability in how we treat our customers, teammates, and partners. We own our outcomes and always do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Make fast, bold decisions
We challenge the status quo, embrace technology, and take smart risks to build a better future. At the same time, we stay true to our NYC roots and care for our community.
We love food. Yes, literally all of us.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
$150,000-$165,000 annually (depending on experience and qualifications)
Total Rewards & Benefits
We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.
About Us
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience.
Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s homes faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We’re not just a food company. We’re a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building one of the most innovative end-to-end food supply chains in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients; then use smart data, automation, and logistics to deliver them at peak freshness.
It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we’re just getting started.
If you’re passionate about innovation, care deeply about what people eat, and want to help build the future of food, we’d love to meet you.
The Role
FreshDirect is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its Legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial, regulatory, governance, and operational matters in support of a fast-growing, technology-enabled food business.
The successful candidate will have strong commercial contracting experience, sound business judgment, and a practical approach to problem-solving. Commercial contracting will comprise a significant portion of the role, making it an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys partnering with the business while gaining exposure to regulatory compliance, data governance, corporate governance, and legal operations.
What You’ll Do
- Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor, procurement, technology, logistics, consulting, marketing, confidentiality, and other business agreements.
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide practical legal advice on commercial, operational, and strategic matters.
- Advice on contractual, regulatory, and compliance issues impacting the business.
- Identify legal and business risks and recommend pragmatic solutions that balance risk management with business objectives.
- Help ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including those relevant to food retail, e-commerce, consumer protection, and related business activities.
- Contribute to the Company's data governance and information management initiatives, including contractual data protection obligations and related compliance requirements.
- Manage corporate governance matters, including entity maintenance and corporate records.
- Conduct legal research and analysis and monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the business.
- Participate in strategic transactions, commercial initiatives, partnerships, and other special projects.
- Develop and maintain legal templates, policies, training materials, guidance documents, and playbooks.
- Contribute to legal operations and process improvement initiatives, including contract management and knowledge management.
- Work closely with outside counsel and other external advisors on a variety of legal matters.
- J.D. or LL.M. required.
- Active bar membership in good standing.
- 5 years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements in-house, at a law firm, or a combination of both.
- Excellent legal research, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders and provide practical, business-oriented advice.
- Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience advising on regulatory compliance, data governance, privacy, or related matters is a plus.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, responsiveness, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
- Collaborative approach, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and grow
We Live These Values Every Day
A Passion for our customers
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, innovate, and act quickly to exceed expectations with every order and interaction.
One team, one mission
Everyone contributes & every role matters. We break silos, lift each other up, and share a relentless focus on delivering results. That way, we win together.
Delivering excellence, every time
We take pride in the quality of our food, service, and the experience we create. Our team goes above and beyond to earn trust and guarantee 100% freshness.
Act with integrity
We operate with honesty, respect, and accountability in how we treat our customers, teammates, and partners. We own our outcomes and always do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Make fast, bold decisions
We challenge the status quo, embrace technology, and take smart risks to build a better future. At the same time, we stay true to our NYC roots and care for our community.
We love food. Yes, literally all of us.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
- A fast-paced, innovative environment where ideas turn into action
- Opportunities for growth - many of our leaders have risen through the ranks
- Direct impact on how thousands of customers experience food every day
$150,000-$165,000 annually (depending on experience and qualifications)
Total Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer match and Life Insurance
- State-of-the-art Bronx campus with on-site basketball court, cafeteria, and employee market
- Onsite FREE parking
- FREE employee shuttle bus service from nearby Subway station
- Training, leadership development, and tuition discount at local colleges
- 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and Brooklyn wine store
- Minimum 50% employee discount at our onsite employee market
- Mobile phone discounts through partnerships with T-Mobile and Verizon
- Gym membership discounts through NYSC
We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.
Salary : $150,000 - $165,000