Incentives/Employment Associate
Freshfields Bruckhaus DeringerLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted February 25, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Freshfields is a global firm with over 280 yearsâ experience of anticipating change, setting new standards and shaping the future of law. In a complex world where new opportunities evolve quickly, we are a trusted, forward-thinking partner who can give clients the edge and help propel their ambitions. At Freshfields we are steadfast champions of our clientsâthatâs why leading global companies turn to us when it matters most. We are proud to be recognised as a top-tier leader in the practice areas most important to clients around the world today. We bring bold thinking, deep expertise and the latest capabilities to help clients make critical decisions, prepare for new opportunities, and tackle unprecedented matters. When opportunities stretch across borders, we connect clients with experts and advisors from across our global team. We are deeply committed to making a positive impact for our clients, our communities and the people we serve, and we are transparent about our efforts to drive change. --- Freshfields has offices in Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, China, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America and Vietnam.
Job Description
We are seeking a 4â6 PQE Associate with deep experience in Incentives work, a strong technical grounding and commercial awareness. The role involves designing and implementing bespoke share plans, advising on tax, corporate governance and regulatory considerations, and supporting clients on public and private M&A, restructurings and capital markets transactions.
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer with 4â6 yearsâ PQE in incentives, executive compensation or share plans.
- Strong technical grounding in tax, corporate, securities and employment law as it relates to incentive arrangements.
- Experience advising on incentive aspects of M&A, restructurings or capital markets transactions.
- Experience within a topâtier incentives practice at a global firm.
- Interest and experience in business development and thought leadership.
- Strong team ethos and willingness to share knowledge.