New York, NY | Hybrid

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $365,000+

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney to join its New York, NY office.

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

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of employee benefits and executive compensation experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients regarding qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, deferred compensation arrangements, equity compensation, incentive compensation, and executive employment arrangements

• Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions through the review and analysis of employee benefit plans, executive compensation arrangements, and employment-related liabilities during legal due diligence

• Experience designing, implementing, and advising clients regarding employee benefit programs and executive compensation structures

• Experience drafting and negotiating equity incentive plans, executive employment agreements, severance agreements, change-in-control agreements, deferred compensation plans, and related documents

• Experience counseling businesses on ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, HIPAA, COBRA, Section 409A, Section 280G, and other employee benefits laws is preferred

• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

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

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice

✅ Sophisticated transactional and advisory work

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise public companies, private equity sponsors, and growing businesses on complex benefits and compensation matters

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment

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. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174