Description:
Job Description:Cricut is seeking a Corporate Counsel, SEC to serve as a key member of the Legal team, reporting to the General Counsel. This role will lead the company's SEC reporting and compliance function, corporate governance program, and shareholder engagement strategy. The Counsel will work directly with the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and cross-functional teams to protect the company and enable its growth as a publicly traded, multinational business. This is a high-visibility position with direct impact on the company's SEC reporting and cross-functional legal advisory capabilities, as well as supports its Board and committees.
Securities Law Compliance & Disclosure
- Lead and manage all regulatory obligations under the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Nasdaq Listing Standards
- Oversee preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports and disclosures including: Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, and Form 8-K; Proxy statements; Registration statements; Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5)
- Manage SEC staff comment letter responses, coordinating with Finance, external counsel, and auditors to resolve staff inquiries on periodic filings and registration statements
- Monitor SEC enforcement trends and staff guidance to proactively identify disclosure risks and adapt the company's reporting practices
- Drive continuous improvement in disclosure controls and procedures ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance
- Support and coordinate Disclosure Committee processes including materials preparation and meeting execution
- Administer and enhance the company's insider trading compliance program, including policy development, training, monitoring, management of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans for Section 16 officers and directors, and coordination of pre-clearance process
- Advise on Regulation FD compliance, partnering with Investor Relations, Finance, and executive leadership to establish protocols and provide real-time guidance on selective disclosure risks
- Partner with Information Security and management to support compliance with SEC cybersecurity disclosure requirements, including incident materiality assessments, Form 8-K incident reporting obligations, and annual risk management disclosures
- Support the Board of Directors and its committees in fulfilling governance responsibilities
- Draft, review, and maintain minutes for Board and committee meetings ensuring accuracy and legal sufficiency
- Prepare and maintain core governance documents and policies including committee charters, corporate governance guidelines, and related materials
- Advise the Board, committees, and executive leadership on corporate governance matters, emerging trends, and regulatory developments
- Support Board and committee meeting planning, materials coordination, and governance workflows
- Lead end-to-end planning and execution of the annual meeting of shareholders, including proxy statement drafting, Notice of Internet Availability logistics, and meeting-day coordination
- Manage the shareholder proposal process, including eligibility review, no-action letter strategy, response drafting, and related disclosures
- Drive proxy advisory firm engagement strategy, including proactive outreach and response to voting recommendations
- Partner with Investor Relations and external advisors on shareholder engagement, governance communications, and ESG-related investor inquiries
- Oversee foreign subsidiary management including maintenance of corporate records, entity governance, and compliance requirements
- Ensure alignment of global subsidiary governance practices with enterprise standards
- Provide legal support for executive compensation and equity compensation programs including: Equity plan administration; Disclosure requirements (e.g., proxy compensation tables); Coordination with HR, Finance, and external advisors
- Advise on governance and regulatory considerations related to compensation programs
- Provide ongoing legal support to corporate functions including: Investor Relations (earnings releases, investor communications, disclosure considerations); Treasury (financing transactions, capital markets activities, and related disclosures)
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across corporate initiatives
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- 3+ years of securities law and corporate governance experience, with meaningful time spent at a major law firm and/or in-house at a publicly traded company; multinational public company experience preferred
- Deep knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, Nasdaq standards, and corporate governance best practices
- Demonstrated experience supporting Boards of Directors and senior executive leadership
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions including Finance, IR, HR, and executive leadership
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate legal requirements into business-oriented guidance
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to compliance and ethical standards
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on scalable, efficient governance processes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience at a peer-size public company (consumer products, technology, or manufacturing)
- Familiarity with equity administration platforms (e.g. Fidelity) and EDGAR/XBRL filing systems (e.g. Workiva)
- Experience managing proxy advisory firm engagement
- Prior experience responding to SEC staff comment letters
Additional Information:
We've Got You Covered
At Cricut, we take care of our people. Enjoy competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401(k) match, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and a yearly lifestyle stipend to support your wellness and passions. You'll also receive exclusive employee discounts—and best of all, you'll be surrounded by some of the most talented, creative, and curious minds out there.
