Compensation and Benefits Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Associate in Portland, OR. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of experience in compensation and benefits aspects of corporate transactions and counseling for emerging growth companies.

Duties

• Advise on compensation and benefits matters for public and high-growth companies.
• Collaborate with client teams to provide seamless counsel.
• Engage in day-to-day counseling of emerging growth companies.
• Work with growth-stage technology and life sciences companies and investors.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience at a peer law firm.
• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Membership to the State Bar of the office location is required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar membership.

Skills

• Excellent communication and logical reasoning skills.
• Strong research and organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This global law firm has 25 offices that focus on the technology, financial and energy sectors, but also practice in corporate and litigation. This is their Seattle office.