Counsel, Credits and Incentives Compliance
About this role
The Legal and Government Affairs team at CoreWeave builds and maintains frameworks to navigate complex legal landscapes while supporting a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to scale AI. The Counsel, Credits and Incentives position protects the value of tax credits, abatements, and economic development incentives by overseeing compliance throughout the post-award lifecycle. Daily responsibilities include managing reporting and documentation, ensuring contractual and statutory requirements are met, and partnering with Tax, FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and external advisors to minimize exposure to clawbacks or penalties.
Candidates who succeed in this environment typically possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to translating legal requirements into operational processes. Reporting to the Credits and Incentives team lead, the individual selected will handle multi-jurisdictional compliance obligations, maintain centralized tracking systems, and ensure audit readiness across the organization's growing portfolio of infrastructure investments.
What you will do
- Manage the end-to-end compliance lifecycle for tax credits and incentives by monitoring requirements, deadlines, and reporting obligations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Prepare, review, and submit required filings, certifications, and compliance reports to governmental agencies in alignment with incentive agreements and applicable statutes.
- Maintain a centralized compliance calendar, tracking system, and complete records of incentive agreements, filings, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure ongoing readiness for audits, agency inquiries, and internal reviews by monitoring performance against metrics such as job creation, wage thresholds, and investment levels.
- Identify potential compliance risks proactively and escalate issues while supporting the development of internal policies, procedures, and playbooks.
- Work cross-functionally with Tax, FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and external advisors to ensure contractual and regulatory obligations are met accurately and on time.
What you need
- Have at least 4 years of experience working with credits and incentives, tax, economic development, or state and local tax.
- Possess a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school along with active admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements.
- Exhibit excellent organizational and project management skills with the capacity to synthesize legal requirements into operational processes.
- Demonstrate the ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to have
- Proficiency in Excel and experience working with large datasets
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance and voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement and Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Mental Wellness Benefits and Family-Forming support
- Paid Parental Leave, Flexible PTO, and 401(k) with a generous employer match
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for this role?
The base salary range for this role is $134,000 to $179,000. The starting salary is determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.
What experience is required for this position?
Candidates must have 4+ years of experience with credits and incentives, tax, economic development, or state and local tax. A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction are also required.
What teams will this role collaborate with?
The person in this role will partner closely with Tax, FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and external advisors. They report directly to the Credits and Incentives team lead.
What compliance responsibilities does the position entail?
Responsibilities include managing the end-to-end compliance lifecycle for tax credits and incentives, preparing filings and certifications, maintaining a centralized compliance calendar, and ensuring audit readiness.