Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Mid-Level Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-level associate for its Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits group in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will have four to five years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits, particularly in corporate transactions and financial restructurings.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation and benefits in corporate transactions.
• Handle securities aspects of executive compensation, including public company disclosure.
• Collaborate with public and private companies, private equity, and fund clients.
• Address compensation and benefit plan issues in mergers and acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and tax regulations.

Requirements

• Four to five years of relevant experience.
• Experience with corporate transactions and financial restructurings.
• Stellar academic credentials preferred.
• Comparable law firm experience preferred.
• Availability to work in person.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in handling complex legal matters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This AmLaw firm provides it's associates with excellent partners, high quality work, a transparent pay policy, and numerous pro bono opportunities. Attorneys get substantive experience early-on in their careers. Theres no billing requirement at this firm, and the work does not overwhelm the associates here. Vacations are very doable, and associates report they arent bothered during those precious days. The firm has a very collegial atmosphere. According to the associates, firm social life is available, but not expected.