Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate
Direct CounselSan Francisco, California, United States • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • New York, New York, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • Chicago, Illinois, United States • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • Palo Alto, California, United States
Posted January 28, 2026
225000 - 435000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate position at a globally recognized AmLaw firm, supporting major M&A deals and executive arrangements, with a salary range of $225,000–$435,000+ and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) eligibility, and generous paid time off and parental leave.
Requirements
- 3+ years of law firm experience
- Strong academic credentials
- Significant experience advising on executive compensation/benefits in deals
- Expertise in drafting and administering incentive and deferred comp plans
- Bar membership in the applicable jurisdiction
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) eligibility
- Generous paid time off and parental leave
- Additional financial and wellness benefits