Legal Counsel Director (Corporate & Securities)

• 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
• Reporting to the VP & Assistant General Counsel, Securities, you will be the primary legal point of contact for Crusoe’s corporate governance, securities law compliance, and investor and regulatory reporting
• This position offers a unique opportunity to have a direct impact on our company’s trajectory, helping to build the governance and compliance infrastructure required for the next stages of our growth
• This role works in close partnership with our Director, Legal Counsel, Capital Markets
• The two positions are designed to provide seamless cross-coverage for one another across the full corporate and securities mandate, and the ideal candidate is comfortable stepping into capital markets transactions when needed
• 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
• Advise 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
• Assist 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

Benefits

• Health & wellbeing: Comprehensive health benefits designed to support your overall wellness
• Time away: Paid time off for vacations, family bonding, and unexpected needs
• 401(k) match: Build your financial future with our 401(k) matching program
• Mental wellness: Resources and support for your emotional wellbeing and navigating life’s challenges

• The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and pragmatic legal professional with significant law firm training and a desire to apply their expertise in a dynamic, in-house environment
• Working knowledge of capital markets transactions, including Rule 144A and other private placements, sufficient to provide cross-coverage for the Capital Markets function
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Deep subject matter expertise in board and stockholder governance, securities disclosure obligations, and insider trading compliance
• In-house experience at a technology or high-growth company is a plus
• 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
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Proven track record of advising companies on complex corporate and transactional matters
• 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
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and AI tools (Claude, Gemini)