Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level or senior associate to join their Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits team in Miami. The role focuses on the executive compensation aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

Duties

• Work on executive compensation and employee benefits in M&A transactions.
• Draft and negotiate executive employment agreements.
• Develop equity incentive plans, including profits interest plans.

Requirements

• Substantial experience with M&A, Section 280G, and Section 409A.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating executive agreements.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of Florida preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, and cancer insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs in certain markets.

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