Employee Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Houston office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks an employee benefits and executive compensation associate attorney with 3-5 years of prior associate level experience with strong employee benefits and executive compensation experience both from a regulatory/compliance perspective, as well as mergers and acquisitions. The candidate will provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys. Provide thorough factual and legal research and analysis. Manage projects from commencement to closing. Competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys. Complete tasks efficiently. Must have experience in evaluating employee benefits and executive compensation matters in the context of corporate mergers and acquisitions. Must be and remain licensed to practice law and be in good standing in Texas.

The candidate must have a JD degree. Must have familiarity with various laws, such as ERISA, IRC, ACA, MHPAEA, and HIPAA. Must have the ability to counsel clients regarding compliance with federal and state laws governing qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and deferred compensation plans. Must have the ability to draft employee benefit plan documents and correct plan failures and other operational issues through the voluntary correction programs offered by the IRS and the Department of Labor. 0 Must have the ability to draft equity and incentive-based compensation plans. Must have ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must have ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines. Must have strong problem-solving, organization and matter-management skills. Must have clear and effective drafting skills. Must have exceptional project management skills.

Work at one of the largest law firms in Texas. The firm represents an impressive list of Fortune 500 companies, individuals, and startup firms from around the world, and its practice includes virtually all types of transactional law and litigation. The atmosphere at this firm is collegial and informal, and all attorneys are given significant client contact and responsibility. Billable hours are reasonable, so attorneys can have lives outside of their work. All attorneys are treated with respect, and they are given substantial formal training and mentoring to enhance their careers.