Director, Legal Counsel, Corporate & Securities
About The Role
Crusoe is seeking a talented and motivated attorney to join our Legal team as Director, Legal Counsel, Corporate & Securities. This role is essential for building a best-in-class corporate legal function to support Crusoe's rapid growth and increasing complexity.
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors and its committees, including agendas, presentations, minutes, and resolutions.
Manage the preparation and distribution of stockholder consents and notices, including vote threshold analysis.
Support the planning and execution of the annual stockholder meeting, including preparation of the notice and meeting materials, proxy and voting logistics, and coordination of meeting minutes and resolutions.
Advise on company governing and investor documents, including charter, bylaws, voting agreements, investor rights agreements, and right of first refusal agreements.
Help build and scale corporate policies, controls, and processes that mature with the company as it grows in size and complexity.
Maintain organized internal deal files and corporate records.
Develop standardized templates, checklists, and playbooks to improve team efficiency and transaction consistency.
Lead the development and review of the company's securities-related disclosures and reporting materials, including periodic and event-driven reporting to investors and other stakeholders.
Develop and maintain disclosure controls, information governance, and communications protocols appropriate for a sophisticated, well-capitalized organization.
Advises on insider trading policies, equity transaction reporting, and related compliance processes for directors, officers, and other key stakeholders.
Monitor regulatory developments and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable securities laws.
Provide backup and surge support on capital markets transactions — including equity and debt securities offerings— from diligence through closing.
Aid with disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, and KYC requests, and coordinate document flow with investors, banks, and initial purchasers during active deals.
Step in on transaction execution and post-closing covenant and reporting compliance as needed.
Serve as a key legal advisor on corporate and securities matters to partners across the company, including Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and HR.
Translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for business stakeholders.
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
A minimum of 4-7 years of corporate and securities experience at a top-tier law firm, with a primary concentration in corporate governance, securities compliance, and regulatory reporting.
Deep subject matter expertise in board and stockholder governance, securities disclosure obligations, and insider trading compliance.
Working knowledge of capital markets transactions, including Rule 144A and other private placements, sufficient to provide cross-coverage for the Capital Markets function.
Proven track record of advising companies on complex corporate and transactional matters.
Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent business judgment and strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively advise and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with extreme professionalism.
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and AI tools (Claude, Gemini).
In-house experience at a technology or high-growth company is a plus.
Qualifications
Law degree from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
Minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience.
Experience in corporate governance, securities compliance, and regulatory reporting.
Knowledge of capital markets transactions, including Rule 144A and other private placements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and business judgment skills.
Proven ability to handle sensitive information professionally.
Experience in a technology or high-growth company setting is beneficial.
Skills
Corporate Governance & Board Support:
Stockholder Consents & Notices
Annual Stockholder Meeting
Board Documents & Agendas
Insider Trading Policies
Disclosure Controls & Information Governance
Compliance with Insider Trading Laws
Corporate Policies & Processes
Deal Files & Corporate Records Management
Standardized Templates & Playbooks Development
Securities Compliance & Regulatory Reporting:
Securities Disclosures & Reporting Materials
Disclosure Controls & Information Governance
Compliance with Insider Trading Laws
Regulatory Developments Monitoring
Capital Markets & Financings:
Capital Markets Transactions
Equity & Debt Securities Offerings
Disclosure Schedules & Ancillary Documents
KYC Requests Coordination
Transaction Execution & Post-Closing Compliance
Benefits
Industry competitive pay
Restricted Stock Units in a fast-growing, well-funded technology company
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Teladoc
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Cell phone reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Subscription to the Calm app
MetLife Legal
Company-paid commuter benefit
Pay
Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $235,000 - $275,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants' knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Schedule
N/A
Benefits
Industry competitive pay
Restricted Stock Units in a fast-growing, well-funded technology company
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
Employer contributions to HSA accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Teladoc
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Cell phone reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Subscription to the Calm app
MetLife Legal
Company-paid commuter benefit