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Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP · New York, NY · Yesterday
Human ResourcesFull-time

About the role

Katten, a global Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a highly qualified Associate to join its Tax Department in the Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Practice Group located in New York or Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

  • Experience in executive compensation and employee benefits matters, particularly with reference to corporate transactions, including due diligence in mergers & acquisitions;
  • Drafting, negotiating and counseling on executive compensation arrangements (equity, equity-based, incentive and nonqualified deferred compensation);
  • Research and counseling on compliance with the Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, securities laws and other laws governing executive compensation and employee benefit plans;
  • Work primarily transaction-related, largely for middle market M&A deals, and particularly with private equity sponsors;
  • Support from Katten’s robust corporate practice, including public company representation, sports representation and venture capital work.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits matters, particularly with reference to corporate transactions, including due diligence in mergers & acquisitions; drafting, negotiating and counseling on executive compensation arrangements (equity, equity-based, incentive and nonqualified deferred compensation); 280G; 409A; and research and counseling on compliance with the Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, securities laws and other laws governing executive compensation and employee benefit plans.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Juris Doctor degree;
  • Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction;
  • Strong academic credentials;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
  • Experience in corporate transactions and executive compensation;
  • Knowledge of ERISA, securities laws and other relevant laws.

Skills

Desired skills include:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams;
  • Experience with legal research and analysis.

Benefits

Katten’s Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Practice Group offers:

  • A positive, learning-focused environment;
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement;
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package;
  • Flexible work schedule;
  • Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time.

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