Associate / Attorney - Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation

Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded national full service firm recognized by Chambers and Legal 500 seeking a mid to senior level Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate to join its Washington DC office.

This role offers direct access to sophisticated corporate transactions, advising on complex employee benefit and executive compensation issues for a diverse business client base. You will work closely with experienced partners, assume meaningful responsibility from day one, and build a credible long term platform within a well established corporate services team.

Company Highlights

• Benefit from a respected national platform with practices recognized by Chambers USA, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation and Vault
• Work on sophisticated corporate and M and A matters involving complex employee benefit and executive compensation issues
• Access a broad client base across industries including healthcare, financial services, real estate, technology and manufacturing
• Collaborate in a culture that emphasizes mentorship, associate development, teamwork and meaningful client exposure
• Build long term progression supported by structured training, leadership programs, pro bono engagement and diversity initiatives

The Role

• Review employee benefit plans, executive agreements and compensation programs for corporate and M and A transactions
• Assist in designing and implementing employee benefit and executive compensation programs for varied business structures
• Draft and negotiate sophisticated corporate and compensation documents with high attention to legal and commercial detail
• Manage multiple matters from inception to conclusion while maintaining effective communication with clients and colleagues
• Support and develop business generation efforts through group initiatives and individual relationship building

Ideal Candidate Profile

The firm is seeking a mid to senior level Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate with:

• At least 5 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation matters
• Substantial experience drafting and reviewing sophisticated corporate and compensation documents
• A Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in the District of Columbia or eligibility to obtain
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and productively within a corporate services focused practice
• Willingness to be in office 5 days per week in Washington DC

Compensation & Benefits

• $240,000 to $300,000 base salary depending on experience
• Performance based bonus opportunity aligned with firm and individual results
• Comprehensive benefits package typically including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and firm holidays in line with national full service firm standards
• Structured training and professional development support including CLE and mentorship programs

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