Associate

Compensation & Benefits Associate — Employment & Labor, New York

  • LocationNew York, New York
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3–6 PQE
  • Compensation$260k–$390k
  • PracticeEmployment & Labor

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Seeking a mid-level associate to join a Compensation & Benefits team in New York. The role focuses on equity and executive compensation matters across public and private transactions, including work on proxy disclosures, employment and severance agreements, and related tax issues.

Day-to-day work will include advising on IRC Sections 280G and 409A, supporting M&A and IPO transactions, and drafting client-facing documents. The team values strong writing, oral advocacy and analytical ability, and offers work spanning transactional and plan-design matters.

The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, parental leave and employee support programs. Candidates should expect collaborative team-based work and opportunities to develop subject-matter expertise in executive and equity compensation.

  • 3–6 years of relevant post-qualification experience in compensation and benefits or executive compensation practice
  • Experience with equity and executive compensation, proxy disclosures, employment and severance agreements
  • Knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A and experience on M&A and IPO matters
  • Excellent academic credentials plus strong drafting, communication and analytical skills

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