A leading law firm's Compensation & Benefits practice is seeking a mid-level associate (4–5 years) focused on executive and equity compensation. The role advises public companies, high-growth technology and life sciences businesses, and their investors on a broad range of compensation and benefits matters.

The practice is known for a single-point-of-contact model, proactive counsel, and close collaboration with client teams. Responsibilities span evaluating and resolving executive pay and benefits issues in mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and other corporate deals; drafting and advising on equity and cash incentive plans and executive employment agreements; and preparing SEC-required compensation and benefits disclosures.

Ideal candidates have experience with or interest in growth-stage technology and life sciences matters. Experience advising on qualified retirement plans, ESOPs, and health and welfare plans is a plus but not required. The position is open across multiple U.S. offices, and admission to the state bar of the chosen office is required.

4–5 years of executive compensation and benefits experience at a peer law firm
Strong academic credentials
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong logical reasoning, research, and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate in a team while owning significant individual responsibilities
Admission to the state bar of the office of intended location

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