Securities Counsel

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We  believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Who You’ll Work With

Arista is seeking a Securities Counsel to join a dynamic and growing company and global legal team.  The Securities Counsel will provide legal counsel and advice to the executive team, finance, HR and business partners on a variety of securities law matters, corporate governance, and other matters.

What You’ll Do

• Draft, review and revise SEC filings, including annual and quarterly reports, proxy statements, 8-K filings, Section 16 filings and other filings; assist with annual meeting matters.
• Monitor SEC and NYSE rules and corporate governance developments.
• Support the preparation of earnings releases, investor relations materials and other public disclosures.
• Advise on Regulation FD and public disclosure matters.
• Advise on securities law compliance, including insider trading policies, shareholder proposals, and other matters.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including Board and committee matters.
• Review and provide strategic advice on policies of proxy advisory firms, institutional investors and other rating agencies.
• Assist in corporate policy reviews and improving policy practices and processes; assist with training.
• Assist with subsidiary management and compliance matters.
• Assist with investments and M&A.

• Juris Doctor Degree and bar membership in good standing.
• 6-10 years of relevant securities experience as an attorney.
• Previous in-house and law firm experience at a nationally-recognized firm preferred. Experience with publicly traded companies and broad knowledge of federal securities laws.

Compensation Information 

The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $180,000 to $215,000. 

Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. 

The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.  

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Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer.  Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.