Compensation and Benefits Attorney: Private Equity

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Long-term care

Parental leave

Vacation and holidays (10 paid)

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago, IL seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney with 5+ years of experience to advise private equity sponsors on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, including acquisitions, divestitures, and portfolio company management.

The role emphasizes compliance with IRC sections 280G and 409A, mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies, and delivering clear writing and analysis for sophisticated clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with private equity transactions and portfolio management.
• Knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
• Superior writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits for private equity sponsors.
• Handle acquisitions and divestitures, including profits interests and LLC incentive awards.
• Manage rollover equity, employment, and severance arrangements.
• Work on mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies.
• Ensure compliance with IRC Sections 280G and 409A.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney with over five years of experience to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on advising private equity sponsors on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, including acquisitions, divestitures, and portfolio company management.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits for private equity sponsors.
• Handle acquisitions and divestitures, including profits interests and LLC incentive awards.
• Manage rollover equity, employment, and severance arrangements.
• Work on mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies.
• Ensure compliance with IRC Sections 280G and 409A.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with private equity transactions and portfolio management.
• Knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Superior writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Vacation and sick time accrual.
• 10 paid holidays annually.