Top-tier U.S. offices are seeking lateral associates with 2–6 years’ experience to join a national executive compensation and employee benefits team. The role focuses on the executive compensation aspects of corporate transactions and ongoing plan design and compliance work.

Candidates will work on cross‑disciplinary teams advising companies, sponsors, and executives on executive pay, benefits, and related regulatory matters. Typical matters include executive compensation issues in M&A, IPOs and asset sales, drafting employment and severance agreements, and counseling on ERISA, tax and securities requirements.

J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic record
2–6 years’ experience working on M&A‑related executive compensation and employee benefits matters (law firm experience preferred)
Admission to practice in the hiring jurisdiction or eligibility for prompt admission
Strong knowledge of ERISA, federal/state benefits rules, tax and securities issues; excellent drafting and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of multi‑disciplinary teams; familiarity with legal AI tools preferred

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