Senior Compensation and Benefits Attorney

Job Overview

A prestigious boutique tax law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney specializing in compensation and benefits to join its remote team. This position involves advising on high-stakes M&A transactions, executive compensation, and tax compliance matters. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with tax code Section 409A, 280G calculations, and revising and negotiating complex agreements. Flexible hours and a negotiable billable requirement make this role well-suited for seasoned attorneys seeking autonomy in their practice.

Location

• St. George, UT

Duties

• Review and analyze agreements for compliance with tax code Section 409A
• Perform 280G calculations related to golden parachute payments
• Revise and negotiate merger and employment agreements in high-value M&A transactions
• Provide strategic guidance on executive compensation matters and other tax-related compliance issues
• Collaborate with clients and partners to ensure tax and benefit compliance within transactional contexts

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• 5+ years of experience as a tax or employee benefits attorney, ideally in a law firm setting
• Active bar membership in good standing
• Extensive experience with BigLaw or comparable high-level legal work

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• LL.M. in Tax or Employee Benefits (preferred)

Certifications

• Bar Admission in good standing

Skills

• Expertise in tax law, particularly with sections 409A and 280G
• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in complex calculations and compliance review
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• High-level communication skills for negotiating and advising in transactional settings
• Independent, self-motivated, and able to manage workload remotely

Benefits

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer matching
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Schedule: Remote work with autonomy over hours and billable requirements
• Additional Perks: Paid time off, life insurance, tuition reimbursement

The law firm provides legal services related to tax, employment matters, and employee benefits & compensation. Some of its practice areas include Choice of entity, Entity formation, Conversion between entity types, Midstream liquidity events, C corporations and S corporations, Dividends, Redemptions, Taxable mergers, Taxable asset purchases, Section 409A (deferred compensation), Section 280G (golden parachutes), Section 83(b) elections, Incentive stock options, Non-statutory stock options, Stock appreciation rights, Restricted stock units, Offer letters, Employment agreements, Equity compensation, and Separation agreements. Its office is in Utah.