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Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Job Description

Atlanta | Hybrid

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney AmLaw 100 Opportunity Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies, private equity sponsors, boards of directors, and executive leadership on sophisticated executive compensation, employee benefits, and ERISA matters.

Ideal Background

2–5 years of executive compensation, employee benefits, ERISA, or tax experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients on executive compensation arrangements, equity incentive plans, deferred compensation plans, and employee benefit programs

• Experience with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, Section 409A, Section 280G, and related executive compensation and employee benefits laws

• Experience supporting the employee benefits and executive compensation aspects of mergers & acquisitions, private equity transactions, public company transactions, and corporate reorganizations

• Experience drafting and reviewing employment agreements, equity award agreements, bonus plans, change-in-control agreements, severance agreements, and plan documents

• Experience counseling employers regarding qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation, and benefits compliance

• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated advisory matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Premier global Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits practice

Sophisticated transactional and advisory work

Significant client interaction and responsibility

Exposure to public company, private equity, and M&A transactions

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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