Chicago | Hybrid

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $420,000+

A leading international 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 employers, private equity sponsors, public and private companies, and other organizations on sophisticated employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA matters.

Ideal Background

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

• Experience advising employers and plan sponsors on qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and executive compensation arrangements

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

• Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions, private equity transactions, and other corporate transactions involving employee benefits and executive compensation matters

• Experience drafting and reviewing employee benefit plans, deferred compensation arrangements, equity compensation plans, and related documentation

• Experience counseling clients regarding employee benefits compliance, governance, and regulatory 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 platform

✅ Significant exposure to complex M&A and private equity transactions

✅ Opportunity to advise premier public and private company clients

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 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. 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