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Compensation and Benefits Attorney

Top Ranked by BCG

Type Full-Time

Location Illinois - Chicago

Job ID 1K45413573

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 - Max. 6 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas ERISA/Executive Compensation Transactions & Compliance

2026-04-06 21:20:23
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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney to join their team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will possess 3-6 years of experience in various aspects of compensation and benefits law.

Duties

  • Advise on equity and executive compensation matters.
  • Prepare and review proxy disclosures.
  • Draft and negotiate employment and severance agreements.
  • Provide guidance on IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
  • Support mergers and acquisitions and IPOs.

Requirements

  • 3-6 years of relevant legal experience.
  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • Superior writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

  • Bar admission in the state of Illinois.

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
  • Long-term care and backup care benefits.
  • Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
  • Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time annually.
  • Ten paid holidays each year.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

04-06-2026

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