Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a highly motivated and ethically committed Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate Attorney with expertise in employee benefit plans, executive compensation counseling, Internal Revenue Code, and ERISA compliance issues. The role offers exposure to the employee benefits and executive compensation aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals with a strong background in tax law.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on employee benefit plans and executive compensation matters.
• Address Internal Revenue Code and ERISA compliance issues, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.
• Offer expertise in the employee benefits and executive compensation components of mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.

Requirements:

• Possess an LLM in tax (helpful but not mandatory).
• Demonstrate excellent academic credentials.
• Exhibit a strong commitment to ethical practices.
• Showcase high motivation and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• LLM in tax (helpful).

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Utah Bar.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of employee benefit plans and executive compensation.
• In-depth knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA compliance.
• Legal expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and transactional matters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

This is one of Utah's largest firms and provides its clients with a full range of legal services both in the United States and internationally.