ERISA/Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Title: ERISA/Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in New York City, NY, seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney specializing in ERISA and Executive Compensation. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in navigating legal and regulatory frameworks in this area, support clients with innovative strategies, and collaborate within a dynamic team to deliver exceptional legal counsel.

Duties:

• Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, including plan design, compliance, and governance.
• Handle matters related to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
• Assist in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing compensation arrangements and benefits-related agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on transactional and corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Conduct research, draft memoranda, and provide recommendations on complex legal issues.
• Support clients in compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a law firm setting.
• Demonstrated interest and expertise in executive compensation and ERISA matters.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with strong collaborative skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• High academic achievement is essential.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York, Washington, D.C., or Texas Bar (or eligibility to waive in).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to delivering quality work.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

With more than 3,200 lawyers, this is one of the biggest law practices in the world. Tracing its roots back to the early 19th century, this is a fully integrated global law firm with a comprehensive U.S. practice. Its attorneys lend their expertise in banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, intellectual property, public policy, real estate, and e-commerce to nearly one-half of the Fortune 500 companies in industries such as banking, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. The firm offers these clients a combination of locally qualified lawyers along with practitioners deeply experienced in international matters in virtually all of the key financial centers in the world. In the U.S., it has top-ranked transactional capabilities complemented by one of the strongest litigation practices in the country.