Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax-qualified plans and comprehensive knowledge across various benefits areas, including health and welfare, securities, executive compensation, and M&A transactions. Superior academic credentials and exceptional research, writing, and oral communication skills are required. The candidate must be licensed and in good standing in Massachusetts.

Job Duties:

• Provide legal advice and strategic guidance on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as plan documents, trust agreements, and executive compensation arrangements.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex regulatory and compliance issues affecting employee benefits and executive compensation plans.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefit plans, including retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and equity-based compensation plans.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues on transactional matters, including mergers, acquisitions, and corporate reorganizations with employee benefits implications.
• Stay current with developments in employee benefits and executive compensation laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.
• 5+ years of experience practicing employee benefits and executive compensation law at a reputable law firm or corporate environment.
• Strong background in tax-qualified plans and familiarity with various areas of benefits.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Education and Certifications:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.

A boutique law firm with offices in Washington DC, Boston, Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco, it specializes in bankruptcy and financial restructuring, complex Litigation, Copyright, Government Contracts, Immigration, International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution, Patent, and Labor and Employment. The firm has a team of over 430 attorneys. The firm has consistently acquired a perfect score in the Corporate Equality Index by the Human Rights Campaign.