Senior Associate, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Senior Associate to join its Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Practice Group in New York. The candidate must have significant experience in executive compensation and benefits matters related to M&A transactions.

Duties

• Design and advise on all forms of equity compensation.
• Provide guidance on securities disclosure rules related to executive compensation.
• Independently manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Run deals with minimal partner supervision.

Requirements

• Significant experience in executive compensation and benefits matters.
• Ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.

Education

• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of the Bar in the United States.

Skills

• Strong understanding of M&A transactions.
• Proficiency in securities disclosure rules.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

• Eligible for discretionary or hours-based bonus.
• Access to firm's fringe benefits.

This AmLaw 100 firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. Its associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.