Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate (M&A + PE)

DLA Piper LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper in Chicago seeks an associate to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group. The role focuses on equity plans, executive retention, retirement and welfare arrangements, and employee benefit issues in mergers and acquisitions, with emphasis on private equity transactions.

Requirements include a JD, Illinois admission, and at least 3 years of corporate experience; AmLaw 100 exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and sound business judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy.
• Draft memos, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist/manage complex transactions from inception to resolution, including negotiations and closings.
• Maintain client relationships and provide timely updates with professionalism.

Skills

Excellent communication

Legal research

Attention to detail

Professional judgment

Organizational skills

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper in Chicago seeks an associate to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group. The role focuses on equity plans, executive retention, retirement and welfare arrangements, and employee benefit issues in mergers and acquisitions, with emphasis on private equity transactions.

Requirements include a JD, Illinois admission, and at least 3 years of corporate experience; AmLaw 100 exposure preferred.