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Executive Compensation Associate

$235k - $390k

Direct Counsel

Executive Compensation Associate

Direct Counsel is representing a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking an Executive Compensation Associate (2–6 years) to join its highly regarded Executive Compensation practice.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with executive compensation and employee benefits experience to work on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions and complex business transactions within a nationally recognized transactional platform.

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters arising in:
    • Mergers & Acquisitions
    • Private Equity transactions
    • Corporate transactions
    • Strategic business deals
  • Draft, review, and negotiate:
    • Equity compensation arrangements
    • Employment agreements
    • Incentive compensation plans
    • Transaction-related compensation and benefits documentation
  • Collaborate closely with corporate, tax, and private equity deal teams on sophisticated transactions
  • Counsel clients on compensation structuring and employee benefits considerations in transactional matters
Qualifications
  • 2–6 years of law firm experience in:
    • Executive compensation
    • Employee benefits
    • Transactional compensation matters
  • Experience advising on compensation and benefits issues in M&A and business transactions
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • Excellent academic credentials required
Compensation

Expected compensation range: $235,000 – $390,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, financial, retirement, and paid leave benefits.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume, law school transcripts, and cover letter.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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