Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate for their Houston, TX 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 academics and an interest in a collaborative, national practice are required.

Duties

• Advise on equity plans and executive employment agreements.
• Handle compensation and benefits matters in M&A, carve-outs, IPOs, and other transactions.
• Collaborate with partners across offices to support Corporate and Tax groups.
• Gain early ownership of workstreams and exposure to high-value matters.

Requirements

• 2-7 years of 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 Texas or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Meaningful mentorship and sophisticated work.
• 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.