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In-House Paralegal (Copy) in Austin, Texas at Function Health

Employment Type: Full-Time
Function Health
Austin, Texas, United States
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Job Description

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, has 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 are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented In-House Paralegal to support our growing legal team. You will play a vital role in managing our contract workflows, maintaining legal documentation, assisting in regulatory and compliance processes, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. This is a highly collaborative role requiring excellent communication, organization, and initiative.

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 legal, 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. 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:

  • Support attorneys by managing workload, deadlines, timeframes, and inbound/outbound communications.
  • Organize, track, and manage the entire contract lifecycle from intake to execution and storage, ideally using Ironclad CLM or similar platforms.
  • Proactively lead drafting and negotiation of agreements based on existing templates and attorney direction.
  • Administer legal tech tools (e.g., Ironclad, contract and trademark databases) and liaise with vendors regarding platform functionality and troubleshooting.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely legal review and feedback.
  • Organize and maintain corporate compliance documentation; ensure regulatory filings remain current.
  • Assist with IP-related matters including coordination of USPTO trademark filings and renewals.
  • Support content and marketing review tracking processes.
  • Prepare support materials for litigation, including brief formatting, e-filing, and deposition prep.

Qualifications/Skills:

  • 8+ years of paralegal experience, including 4 to 6+ years of in-house work at a fast-paced company.
  • Exceptional project management and time-management skills.
  • Outstanding attention to detail with a habit of double-checking work.
  • Demonstrated experience organizing contract workflows and supporting multiple attorneys.
  • Proficiency in legal operations and contract tools (experience with Ironclad strongly preferred).
  • Strong business judgment and a proactive, collaborative approach.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle numerous competing demands in a high-volume, fast-paced working environment.
  • 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:

  • Current paralegal certificate.
  • Experience with digital health, life sciences, or consumer technology companies.
  • Familiarity with the content review process (marketing, product, etc.).
  • Experience with USPTO filings and procedures.
  • Litigation support skills including filing and document prep.

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.

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.

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.

Important Notice: Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com. Function Health will never request personal information such as banking details or payment during the hiring process. Please be cautious of communications or job offers that come from other email domains, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls. If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a communication, please reach out to us directly at talent@functionhealth.com.

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Austin, Texas, United States

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