Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate
Direct CounselPhiladelphia, 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 • San Francisco, California, United States
Posted January 28, 2026
225000 - 435000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel partners with leading law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide to connect talented attorneys with outstanding opportunities.
Job Description
Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate position at a globally recognized AmLaw firm. Supporting major M&A deals, executive arrangements, and equity-based incentive structures for prominent companies. Opportunity for complex corporate work and nuanced compensation issues.
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
- Parental leave
- Additional financial and wellness benefits