Associate, Executive Compensation & Benefits

Page Executive; San Francisco (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive, an international legal practice, seeks a talented attorney to advise on executive compensation and benefits in complex M&A and private equity transactions. You will draft and review equity plans and employment agreements while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, including tax and securities regulations.

The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, delivering tailored legal solutions, and providing guidance on compensation design and implementation.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience using legal AI tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on executive compensation and benefits-related legal matters.
• Draft and review compensation and benefits documentation, including equity plans and employment agreements.
• Support clients in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including tax and securities regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver legal solutions tailored to client needs.
• Provide guidance on the design and implementation of compensation structures and benefit plans.
• Assist in due diligence and integration processes for mergers and acquisitions.
• Conduct research and analysis to stay updated on legal developments impacting executive compensation and benefits.
• Deliver presentations and training sessions to clients on relevant legal issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent work

Legal AI tools experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Legal AI tools

Job description

• Gain exposure to complex compensation and benefits matters.
• Work on high-profile M&A, IPO and private equity transactions.

About Our Client

This international legal practice advises clients on complex business, regulatory and transactional matters across a range of industries. Its lawyers work collaboratively across practice areas to deliver practical solutions for clients, combining technical legal excellence with a strong focus on client service, innovation and professional development.

Job Description

• Advise clients on executive compensation and benefits-related legal matters.
• Draft and review compensation and benefits documentation, including equity plans and employment agreements.
• Support clients in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including tax and securities regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver legal solutions tailored to client needs.
• Provide guidance on the design and implementation of compensation structures and benefit plans.
• Assist in due diligence and integration processes for mergers and acquisitions.
• Conduct research and analysis to stay updated on legal developments impacting executive compensation and benefits.
• Deliver presentations and training sessions to clients on relevant legal issues.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction or eligible for prompt admission
• 2-6 years of experience advising on executive compensation and employee benefits matters in M&A transactions
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Experience using legal AI tools is advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $235,000 to $390,000, based on JD year and other relevant factors.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated transactional matters
• Exposure to executive compensation issues across a broad range of corporate deals
• Collaborative, cross-practice working environment
• Direct client interaction and advisory responsibilities
• Ongoing exposure to developing legal and market trends in executive compensation and benefits
• Competitive compensation package in line with market disclosures