Executive Benefits & Employee Compensation Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Benefits & Employee Compensation Associate at a mid-senior level for a prestigious position in New York, NY. This opportunity offers a competitive base salary ranging from $225,000 to $460,000 , subject to eligibility for clerkship bonus and adjustments based on the prevailing 2026 New York market scale. The role also includes comprehensive elite-tier benefits. Position Overview This full-time, direct-hire position requires a minimum of 1,850 annual billed hours. As a part of the 2026 Associate Class, you will employ your judicial insights to expertly advise on the intersection of tax law, securities regulation, and labor dynamics, delivering strategic counsel to a diverse global clientele. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on executive compensation within the framework of large-scale mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs. Draft and negotiate complex employment agreements, equity-based incentives, and severance arrangements. Analyze sections 409A, 280G, and 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code to optimize tax strategies for remuneration. Collaborate with litigation and transactional teams on ERISA fiduciary duties and employee benefit plan compliance. Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-level memoranda on corporate governance and regulatory standards. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top-tier, ABA-accredited law school with outstanding academic achievements. Completion of, or current engagement in, a prestigious Federal or State Supreme Court clerkship concluding in 2026. Active Bar Membership in the State of New York, or eligibility for swift admission via reciprocity or examination. Proven superior writing and analytical skills, demonstrated during judicial clerkship. Commitment to a career in high-end transactional or specialized regulatory law. Preferred Skills Experience or interest in corporate tax, securities law, or employment litigation. Advanced coursework or an L.L.M. in Taxation or Corporate Law. Ability to manage complex projects with discretion and attention to detail. Exceptional interpersonal skills for articulating legal concepts to C-suite executives and boards. #J-18808-Ljbffr