Senior Associate - Tax, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate specializing in Tax, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits, with a strong background in company representation and compensation disclosure issues.

Duties

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
• Handle complex multi-jurisdictional employment and benefits issues.
• Develop compensation arrangements for mergers and acquisitions.
• Optimize plan design considering tax and securities law.
• Collaborate with global colleagues on cross-border matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Significant experience in transactional executive compensation and benefits.
• Strong understanding of tax, securities, and related laws.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of California.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and care.
• Retirement savings plans.

The San Francisco office of this highly prestigious, multi-national firm has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years and provides a full spectrum of legal services in a number of areas, including: commercial litigation, antitrust, intellectual property, health care, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, project finance, and environmental. The firms attorneys are typically very well-rounded and the firm makes a conscious effort to hire attorneys that fit in. Base compensation is excellent and bonuses are both large and easily attainable.