Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney Washington, DC | Boston, MA | New York, NY

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its renowned Tax Practice, focusing on executive compensation and employee benefits. This is a unique opportunity to advise a sophisticated client base on complex domestic and cross-border transactions, collaborating with top attorneys in corporate, tax, and securities.

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney Benefits & Compensation

• Highly competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Professional development resources and career advancement opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative culture within a globally recognized firm

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney Requirements & Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership and good standing in the relevant jurisdiction
• 36 years of experience in executive compensation, employee benefits, tax, or transactional practice
• Proven experience advising on M&A transactions for public and private companies
• Strong drafting ability for executive compensation arrangements and equity incentive plans
• Excellent analytical, communication, and writing skills
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented legal environment

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience in a major law firm
• Background with public company representation
• Familiarity with equity and deferred compensation arrangements
• Exposure to complex corporate transactions and securities-related matters

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters in mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and related transactions
• Draft and negotiate executive employment, severance, retention, and change-in-control agreements
• Design and implement equity incentive and stock option plans, RSUs, and performance-based compensation arrangements
• Counsel clients on tax and compliance matters involving Internal Revenue Code provisions (Sections 83, 409A, 280G, 162(m), 421424)
• Provide guidance on qualified and nonqualified retirement plans and welfare benefit plans
• Collaborate closely with corporate, tax, and securities teams on strategic client matters