Chicago | Hybrid

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $375,000+

A highly respected national law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising businesses, private equity sponsors, and other organizations on sophisticated employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA matters.

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of employee benefits, executive compensation, ERISA, or related tax experience

• Experience reviewing employee benefit plans, compensation arrangements, and executive compensation programs in connection with mergers & acquisitions transactions

• Experience designing, implementing, and advising on employee benefit and executive compensation programs for businesses and organizations of varying sizes and structures

• Experience advising clients on qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, deferred compensation arrangements, equity compensation plans, and executive compensation matters

• Experience with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and related employee benefits regulations

• Experience supporting corporate transactions, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and post-closing integration matters

• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused advice

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated employee benefits and executive compensation practice

✅ Significant exposure to M&A transactions and complex compensation matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative national platform

✅ Partnership-track opportunity

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174