Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Description

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Locations: New York, Pittsburgh, Boston, or Atlanta (Remote Flexibility Available)

Direct Counsel is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate to join a global Am Law firm with a highly regarded and collaborative benefits practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior to mid-level associate to work alongside an experienced team advising on a broad range of employee benefits and executive compensation matters, including in the context of sophisticated corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise on executive compensation arrangements and employee benefit plans

Support M&A transactions with benefits and compensation-related due diligence and structuring

Work on qualified retirement plans and health & welfare benefit programs

Draft, review, and analyze plan documents, agreements, and disclosures

Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, tax, and employment practice groups

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school

1-6 years of experience with executive compensation, employee benefits, and M&A-related benefits work

Familiarity with qualified plans and health & welfare plans

Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction (or eligibility to waive in)

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive base salary ranging from $225,000 to $365,000, depending on experience and location

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, and wellness resources

Additional perks such as tuition assistance, backup childcare, and flexible benefits programs

Full-time

Hybrid remote