Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate AttorneyA premier international law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and executives on sophisticated executive compensation, incentive compensation, and employee benefits matters.Compensation$235,000 – $390,000Ideal Background• Attorneys in law school classes 2020–2024 are encouraged to apply• Experience with executive compensation, employee benefits, ERISA, or corporate transactional matters gained at a sophisticated law firm• Experience advising clients regarding executive compensation arrangements, equity compensation, and incentive compensation programs• Experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements, equity award agreements, deferred compensation arrangements, severance agreements, and related compensation documentation• Experience advising clients on equity incentive plans, stock option plans, restricted stock units, and other incentive compensation arrangements• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions involving compensation and benefits issues is preferred• Experience advising clients regarding ERISA, qualified retirement plans, and employee benefits compliance is a plus• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills• Ability to manage sophisticated matters while working directly with clients and transaction teams• Excellent academic credentials• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admittedWhy This OpportunitySophisticated global executive compensation and employee benefits platformSignificant exposure to executive compensation and equity incentive mattersOpportunity to work on both transactional and advisory mattersSignificant client interaction and responsibilityStrong mentorship and professional developmentCollaborative AmLaw 50 environment