Top-tier corporate law team is seeking an associate to join a dedicated Executive Compensation group in New York. The role involves advising companies, boards, compensation committees and executives on transactional and ongoing compensation arrangements.

Work will span executive deferral and equity arrangements, transactional issues in M&A and IPOs, governance and securities disclosure considerations, and coordination with tax and employee benefits specialists. The team regularly handles complex regulatory and compliance questions arising in major corporate transactions.

Minimum of 2 years of associate experience in a law firm corporate practice
Substantive experience on executive compensation matters (beyond solely ERISA/employee benefits or employment)
Strong drafting and negotiation skills; transactional experience (M&A, IPOs) preferred
Familiarity with compensation-related regulatory and disclosure issues
J.D. and active or eligible bar admission

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