Associate - Tax, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits (Junior)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate in San Francisco, CA, with a focus on Tax, Executive Compensation, Employment, and Benefits. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and will work on complex compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions.

Duties

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits in corporate transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-office teams on multi-jurisdictional employment matters.
• Develop practical solutions for compensation and benefits challenges.
• Assist in optimizing plan design for tax and securities law compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in benefits and compensation.
• Strong understanding of tax, securities, and employment law.
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional matters preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of California.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and care.
• Retirement savings plans.

The San Francisco office of this highly prestigious, multi-national firm has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years and provides a full spectrum of legal services in a number of areas, including: commercial litigation, antitrust, intellectual property, health care, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, project finance, and environmental. The firms attorneys are typically very well-rounded and the firm makes a conscious effort to hire attorneys that fit in. Base compensation is excellent and bonuses are both large and easily attainable.