Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Associate to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in executive compensation, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, as well as related tax and securities law issues. The role requires strong deal experience and excellent communication skills, with a track record of working on complex matters related to executive compensation.

Location:

• Mountain View, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, particularly in the context of M&A.
• Handle compensation-related issues and provide guidance on related tax and securities law matters.
• Draft and negotiate executive compensation agreements, equity plans, and related documents.
• Support clients with complex transactions and compensation arrangements.
• Collaborate with team members and senior attorneys on client matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and provide strategic legal advice on compensation matters.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits law, with a focus on M&A.
• Strong understanding of tax and securities law related to executive compensation.
• Experience managing compensation-related aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Active Bar membership in California.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar License in California.

Skills:

• Knowledge of executive compensation and employee benefits law.
• Strong deal experience, particularly in the context of M&A.
• Expertise in tax and securities law as it relates to compensation matters.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, 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 for eligible employees.
• Paid time off and other standard benefits.

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. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.