Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Associate in New York City, NY. The position involves working on complex compensation and benefits matters, including large change in control transactions such as public and private equity transactions, bankruptcies, asset sales, IPOs, and financings. Experience with public company executive compensation disclosure is preferred.

Duties

• Handle complex compensation and benefits matters.
• Engage in large change in control transactions.
• Work on public and private equity transactions, bankruptcies, and asset sales.
• Assist with IPOs and financings.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with executive compensation disclosure for public companies preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Benefits

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

This international, mid-sized New York firms core areas of practice include corporate, litigation, bankruptcy, real estate, tax, and trusts and estates. The firm maintains a friendly relaxed atmosphere and many of its attorneys are well known nationally. Associates receive early responsibility as well as good training. Office space at this firm is among the nicest of any firm in New York, and attorneys frequently socialize outside of the office. In addition, attorneys receive competitive salaries and benefits.