MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE – EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Chicago, IL | Kansas City, MO | Denver, CO | Dallas, TX

 

Our client, a top AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking a mid-level Associate to join their Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice Group in Chicago, Kansas City, Denver, or Dallas.

 

Candidate Profile:

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record. Bar Admission in Illinois, Missouri, Colorado, or Texas required, as applicable. 3+ years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation matters. Expertise in drafting, designing, implementing, and administering tax-qualified and non-qualified retirement plans and health and welfare benefit plans. Experience with executive compensation and benefits aspects of mergers and acquisitions, and taxation issues related to executive compensation arrangements (including Sections 409A and 280G of the Internal Revenue Code). Proficiency in designing and drafting employment and other executive compensation arrangements. Strong writing, drafting, and communication skills, along with a high level of ambition, drive, and team-orientation.  

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and design tax-qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, health and welfare benefit plans, and executive compensation arrangements. Handle executive compensation and benefits issues related to mergers and acquisitions. Address taxation issues related to executive compensation arrangements, including Sections 409A and 280G. Collaborate with a team to support and grow a national practice.  

Why Join?
This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $230,000 to $330,000, depending on experience, along with a discretionary bonus based on performance. The firm provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and paid time off. Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and ambitious environment.

 

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.