Executive Compensation Senior Associate/Counsel - Charlotte

Senior Associate Or Counsel Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Senior Associate or Counsel to join its Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Practice. Locations: Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC | Miami, FL | Nashville, TN | New York, NY | Orange County, CA | Pittsburgh, PA | Raleigh, NC | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 6+ years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience, particularly involving public company matters, M&A transactions, and private equity deals. Responsibilities: Advise public and private company clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters Draft and review executive employment, severance, retention, and change-in-control agreements Counsel clients on equity and non-equity incentive compensation plans Handle employee benefits aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions Advise on tax-qualified and nonqualified retirement plans Assist with public company executive compensation disclosures and governance matters Work directly with clients and manage sophisticated compensation and benefits projects Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school Active bar admission and good standing 6+ years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience Experience with public company executive compensation disclosures Experience supporting M&A and private equity transactions Knowledge of retirement plans, incentive compensation plans, and executive employment arrangements Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills Excellent academic credentials and commitment to client service Compensation & Benefits: Salary: $270,000 – $410,000 Performance-based bonus opportunities Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan Generous paid time off and parental leave Professional development, CLE, and mentorship opportunities Hybrid work flexibility Comprehensive benefits package