Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves advising top technology and Fortune 500 companies on complex compensation issues, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will bring 1-3 years of experience, including significant deal experience, and have expertise in executive compensation, tax, and securities law. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a nationally recognized firm and contribute to a high-performing, cutting-edge practice.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Duties:

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters
• Focus on mergers & acquisitions, tax, and securities law issues
• Provide support in structuring compensation arrangements and designing employee benefit programs
• Assist in legal due diligence and negotiation of compensation arrangements for M&A transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to executive compensation
• Work closely with clients to address complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions
• Collaborate with a team to manage multiple projects and provide high-quality legal advice

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in executive compensation, mergers & acquisitions, and related tax and securities law matters
• Significant deal experience, particularly in M&A transactions
• Superior academic credentials
• Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results under pressure
• Must be admitted to the bar in CA, NY, or WA

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Bar admission in California, New York, or Washington (WA)

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of executive compensation and employee benefits law
• Experience in M&A transactions and related legal issues
• Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting abilities
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and wellness benefits
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
• Additional professional development opportunities in a nationally ranked practice

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.