Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Associate to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience focusing on executive compensation, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, along with related tax and securities law issues. The position requires significant deal experience and a strong foundation in corporate law.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on complex executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
• Support the M&A practice by handling compensation-related aspects of transactions.
• Address related tax and securities law issues in the context of compensation.
• Draft and negotiate executive compensation agreements, equity plans, and related documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.
• Engage in client-facing discussions and provide strategic guidance on compensation and benefits matters.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in executive compensation matters, specifically in M&A.
• Significant deal experience related to executive compensation and employee benefits.
• Strong understanding of related tax and securities laws.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Active Bar membership in CA.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Superior academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Active Bar License in the state of California.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of executive compensation and employee benefits law.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters related to M&A and compensation.
• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong client management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare plans (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Paid time off and other standard benefits.

The San Francisco office of this highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. Although the firm practices in loosely-organized Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax groups, the San Francisco office focuses primarily on Corporate and Intellectual Property work. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.