Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Attorney to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice group in Atlanta, Georgia. This role offers the opportunity to engage with local and national employers, providing legal services in employee benefits and executive compensation law. The position involves significant client interaction and collaboration with governmental agencies and opposing counsel.

Duties

• Draft, design, and negotiate executive employment and compensation arrangements.
• Structure equity and other incentive programs.
• Manage compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions.
• Counsel on compensation-related disclosure and corporate governance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor and licensed to practice law in the state of employment.
• Familiarity with tax issues under the Internal Revenue Code and employee benefits laws.
• Experience with IRC Sections 409A and 280G preferred.
• Ability to manage projects independently and collaborate effectively.
• Superior communication, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Preferred: Experience in a law-firm setting with executive compensation and employee benefits.

Education

• Juris Doctor

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of employment

Skills

• Project management and collaboration
• Communication and analytical skills
• Problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Annual firm-wide Attorney Retreat
• CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement
• Competitive annual bonus programs
• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Back-up childcare program
• Paid parental leave on-ramping program

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306