Executive Compensation and ERISA Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Executive Compensation and ERISA Associate to join its team in New York or Washington, DC. The role focuses on advising clients on executive compensation matters within transactional contexts and handling ERISA-related issues.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation aspects of corporate transactions.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other transactional matters involving compensation and benefits.
• Provide guidance on ERISA compliance and related regulatory considerations.
• Draft and review compensation and benefits-related agreements and documentation.
• Collaborate with deal teams and clients to address compensation structuring and compliance issues.

Requirements

• Associate with relevant experience corresponding to class years 2020 to 2023.
• Experience in transactional executive compensation matters.
• Familiarity with ERISA and related regulatory frameworks.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York or Washington, DC Bar, or eligibility to obtain admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and client management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.

This is one of the nation's most prominent corporate powerhouse firms. The associates we know practice at some of the highest levels available--there is no question you will learn your craft here--and learn it well. Although there corporate section reigns supreme, we have been really impressed with the work the litigators are tackling--including white collar crime work that is fairly impressive and noteworthy. At the top of the stack in terms of compensation, there is no question that associates will work and work hard here--a precious few will even make partner in this large firm. Work hard and play hard is the motto of the overachieving associates, who frequently play on the firm's softball team or grab their neighbors for some after work happy hours.