Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate - 371886

Job ID: 371886

Practice area:- ERISA - General,ERISA/Executive Compensation Transactions & Compliance

Job Overview

A prestigious national law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate to join its team in New York. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 4 years of experience, preferably in a large firm environment, working on matters involving qualified retirement plans, equity compensation, executive agreements, and benefits-related aspects of transactions. This opportunity is suited for attorneys looking to be part of a collaborative, sophisticated tax and benefits practice advising on a range of complex and high-value corporate transactions.

• New York, NY

• Advise clients on the design, implementation, and compliance of executive compensation and employee benefit programs

• Draft and review employment agreements, incentive and equity plans, and severance arrangements

• Address compensation and benefits issues in connection with corporate transactions, including:

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Carve-out transactions

  • Initial public offerings (IPOs)

  • Spin-offs

• Counsel on ERISA compliance and tax implications under the Internal Revenue Code

• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on multidisciplinary matters

• Conduct due diligence and prepare transaction-related documentation

• 2–4 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits law

• Prior experience at a large law firm is preferred

• Strong working knowledge of tax and regulatory issues relating to employee benefits and executive compensation

• Experience advising on compensation-related issues in M&A or other corporate transactions

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials required

• Admission to practice law in New York (or ability to obtain admission promptly)

• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills

• Excellent communication and client service capabilities

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple complex matters

• Collaborative mindset and ability to contribute to a national team

• Proficiency in managing compensation and benefits aspects of corporate deals

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border transactions and advisory matters

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment within a nationally recognized practice group

• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in hiring and advancement

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