Senior Counsel, Securities

CoreWeave; Washington; On-site; USD 157,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Equity and bonus programs

401(k) with employer match

Flexible PTO

ESPP

Job summary

CoreWeave is seeking a Senior Counsel, Securities to lead SEC reporting, governance, and disclosure efforts in support of a rapidly growing public company. You will collaborate with Finance, Investor Relations, Communications, and leadership to ensure compliance with securities laws.

The ideal candidate has 5–8+ years in securities law, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to translate complex concepts for business teams in a fast-paced tech environment.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. bar license in good standing.
• 5–8+ years of securities law experience at a major firm or in-house.
• Knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 & 1934 and Nasdaq listing rules.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts for business teams.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills.
• Experience in technology industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, review and filing of SEC reports and disclosures (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, registration statements).
• Assist in proxy statements and coordinate stockholder meetings.
• Advise on insider trading policies, pre-clearance, trading windows, and Rule 10b5-1 plans.
• Review Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5).
• Support Investor Relations, Communications, and Marketing on external communications ensuring Reg FD compliance.
• Monitor developments in securities laws and develop employee training on compliance.
• Provide ad-hoc legal advice on corporate governance and other matters.

Skills

Securities law

Regulatory compliance

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Tech industry experience (SaaS/cloud)

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

What You’ll Do

The Legal and Government Affairs team at CoreWeave is highly collaborative and partners closely with teams across the company to navigate complex legal landscapes while enabling innovation and growth. The team is pragmatic, solutions‑oriented, and deeply engaged in strategic decision‑making, with a strong emphasis on building trusted relationships across the organization.

About the Role

As Senior Counsel, Securities, you will play a key role in supporting CoreWeave’s public company reporting, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance activities. You will partner closely with the Securities team and cross‑functional stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, Communications, and executive leadership to help ensure compliance with securities laws while enabling the company’s continued growth as a public company. This role is ideal for an attorney who exercises sound judgment, enjoys solving complex legal issues, and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review and filing of SEC reports and disclosures, including Forms 10‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 8‑Ks, Registration Statements, and other security filings.
• Assist in the preparation of proxy statements and help coordinate logistical matters related to the annual meeting of stockholders and any special meeting of stockholders.
• Advise on insider trading policies, pre‑clearance procedures, trading windows and Rule 10b5‑1 plans.
• Review Section 16 filings (Form 3, 4, and 5 filings).
• Provide legal support to the Investor Relations, Communications, and Marketing teams on external communications, including press releases, blog posts, earnings releases, and investor presentations, ensuring compliance with Regulation FD, securities laws, and other disclosure requirements.
• Monitor developments and best practices regarding the securities laws and related policies. Assist in developing and delivering training to employees on relevant legal and compliance topics.
• Provide ad‑hoc legal advice and support on various corporate governance and other legal matters as they arise.

Who You Are

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar and eligibility to obtain registered in‑house counsel status (if required by the State Bar in the assigned location).
• 5‑8+ years of relevant experience practicing securities law at an internationally/nationally‑recognized law firm representing public companies or in‑house legal department at a U.S. public company (a mix of both would be ideal).
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, related SEC rules and regulations, and Nasdaq listing rules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for business teams.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience in the technology industry, particularly with SaaS or cloud computing business models, is a plus.

Additional Qualities

• You are proactive, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity while balancing competing priorities.
• You exercise sound judgment and provide pragmatic, solutions‑oriented legal advice that supports business objectives.
• You build strong cross‑functional relationships and communicate complex legal concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $157,000 to $210,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% paid by CoreWeave
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
• Family‑forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible, full‑service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: [e-mail].

Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.