Top-tier US law firm is seeking an Associate to join its Tax team in New York supporting the Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits practice. The role focuses on advising on compensation arrangements, equity-based plans, and employee benefits in the context of corporate transactions and ongoing workforce matters.

The team advises on a broad range of matters including M&A-related compensation issues, capital markets incentives, plan design, and multi-jurisdictional employee benefits and employment considerations. This position offers day-to-day exposure to cross-practice collaboration with tax, securities, and corporate teams on high‑profile, complex matters.

Minimum of 3 years of benefits and executive compensation experience.
Practical experience with equity-based compensation, nonqualified plans, and qualified plan issues.
Comfort advising on tax and securities law implications of compensation arrangements.
Strong drafting and client-facing skills; ability to collaborate across teams and with international colleagues.

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