Compensation and Benefits Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Associate with two to four years of experience to join any of its US offices. The role involves advising on compensation and benefits aspects of corporate transactions and providing day-to-day counseling to emerging growth companies.

Duties

• Advise on compensation and benefits matters for corporate transactions.
• Provide counseling to growth-stage technology and life sciences companies.
• Assist with qualified retirement plans and health and welfare plans.
• Collaborate with client teams to deliver seamless service.

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.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction.

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 Wheeling, West Virginia office.