Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate for their New York City, NY office. The ideal candidate will have 2-7 years of experience advising on equity plans, executive employment agreements, and compensation and benefits matters in M&A, carve-outs, IPOs, and other transactions. Strong academic credentials and an interest in a collaborative, national practice are essential.

Duties

• Advise on equity plans and executive employment agreements.
• Handle compensation and benefits matters in M&A, carve-outs, and IPOs.
• Collaborate with partners across offices on complex transactions.
• Support Corporate and Tax groups on cross-border transactions.

Requirements

• 2-7 years of relevant experience, ideally in a large law firm.
• Strong academic background.
• Interest in a collaborative, national practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of New York.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Meaningful mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to high-value matters and early ownership of workstreams.
• Clear path for long-term growth and advancement.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.