Washington, DC | Hybrid

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $365,000+

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

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

Ideal Background

• 2–4 years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients regarding qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation arrangements, equity compensation, deferred compensation, and employee benefit programs

• Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions, private equity transactions, financings, and other corporate transactions through employee benefits and executive compensation due diligence

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

• Experience counseling clients regarding ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, Section 409A, Section 280G, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and other employee benefits laws

• Experience providing day-to-day advice on employee benefit plan administration, compliance, and executive compensation matters

• 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

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits practice

✅ Sophisticated transactional and advisory work

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise public companies, private equity sponsors, and executive leadership teams

✅ 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