Mid to Senior Level Associate - Executive Compensation & Benefits

Location: Boston/New York/Chicago

Salary: $260,000 - $420,000

A prominent Am Law 200 firm's Employment, Executive Compensation, and Benefits practice group seeks highly experienced lateral associates with 3-7 years of expertise in executive compensation and employee benefits matters to join their New York, Chicago, or Boston office.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the relevant state bar (NY, IL, or MA) or eligibility for prompt admission.
• 3-7 years of continuous experience in executive compensation and employee benefits matters, preferably in a biglaw firm setting.
• Experience in M&A-related transactional benefits work, executive compensation, and traditional employee benefits (retirement, health, and welfare plans).
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and sharp analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Advise on the benefits and executive compensation aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and asset sales.
• Counsel companies, investors, and executives on all aspects of executive compensation, benefits, and ERISA issues.
• Develop strategies, draft legal documents, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Design, implement, and administer executive compensation plans and programs.
• Draft and review employment agreements and other compensation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Advise clients on compliance with federal and state laws, including ERISA, tax laws, and securities regulations.
• Negotiate and draft executive employment contracts and severance agreements.
• Collaborate with other practice groups (e.g., tax and corporate) to provide comprehensive client representation.
• Stay current on emerging legal developments and best practices in executive compensation and employee benefits.