Senior Tax Executive Compensation, Employment And Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a Senior Tax Executive Compensation, Employment, And Benefits Associate Attorney with 5 years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in company representation and compensation disclosure issues and a broad array of transactional executive compensation and benefits matters, including tax, securities, and other relevant laws.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and counsel on executive compensation, employment, and benefits matters to clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate executive compensation agreements, employment contracts, and benefit plans.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on tax implications, securities laws, and other relevant executive compensation and benefits regulations.
• Assist clients in compliance with federal and state laws governing executive compensation and employee benefits.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and other legal proceedings related to executive compensation and benefits matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Washington, DC, Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law, focusing on executive compensation and employee benefits.
• Strong understanding of tax laws, securities regulations, and other relevant legal frameworks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Washington, DC, Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of tax implications and securities laws related to executive compensation.
• Ability to provide strategic advice and counsel to clients.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Boasting a large presence in the corporate and litigation arenas, exceptional training programs, and an innovative partner assessment program, the firm is a major hit with associates. At this firm, associates learn exactly what it means to practice law--and have a breadth of appreciation for all elements of large full-service practice. In their posh DC offices, the environment is professional and polished.