Associate - Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits (Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; Washington, D.C.)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an associate to join the Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Group. Our cohesive and collaborative team has a diverse and unique multidisciplinary practice that gives you the opportunity to work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities. Our platform supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with shareholders and participate in business development and client-facing activities
• Draft employment agreements, equity award agreements and non-qualified compensation plans
• Provide excellent client service

Requirements

• 2-4 years of qualified benefits and executive compensation experience
• Qualified benefits experience and executive compensation/409A experience in transactional setting
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong academic credentials
• Admitted in (and in good standing with) or taking steps to become admitted in relevant jurisdiction (Illinois, California, Washington D.C., or New York)

Qualifications

• J.D. degree

Skills

• Excellent client service
• Teamwork
• Independent work
• Writing
• Speaking

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Discretionary annual bonus program
• Retirement Planning
• Health and Wellness
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development
• Work-Life Balance
• Additional Perks

Pay

$230,000 - $310,000 annual base salary

Schedule

Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies

Benefits

• Employee discount programs
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Back up child & elder care
• Milk Stork
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discounts