Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executive compensation and employee benefit matters, particularly within M&A deals and private equity contexts.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefit matters in M&A transactions.
• Provide counsel on public-company executive compensation issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with relevant laws.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits.
• Experience with M&A deals, particularly in private equity.
• Admitted or eligible to seek admission to the Washington D.C. bar.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in Washington D.C. or eligibility to seek admission.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program.
• Bonus eligibility.

This firm has a substantial DC presence and a wide range of practice areas. The firm, generally speaking, is strictly anti-competitive within its own ranks, thereby consistently earning rankings as a top place to work. Culturally, those who step on toes to move up simply won't be accepted here. The DC office has the work and the profitability to hold its own among this firm's other offices. If you have the grades, affable personality, desire to earn a market salary and actually have a semblance of family life and personal time, this is the firm for you.