Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate (Mid-Level Attorney)

Abacus Search Staffing
Chicago, IL
Full-time

MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE (ATTORNEY) 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 e mployee benefits and executive compensatio n 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 t axation 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.

22 days ago
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