Compensation and Benefits Attorney: Private Equity

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Long-term care

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney in New York, NY with 5+ years of experience to advise on executive compensation and employee benefits for private equity sponsors.

The role emphasizes complex compensation structures, incentive plans, and benefits, including day-to-day portfolio company matters and M&A work. NY admission and strong drafting skills required.

Qualifications

• JD required and admitted to practice in New York.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
• Strong writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
• Represent private equity sponsors in acquisitions and divestitures.
• Handle day-to-day portfolio company matters, including incentive awards and employment arrangements.
• Manage mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Legal matter handling

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney with over five years of experience to join their team in New York, NY. The role focuses on advising private equity sponsors on executive compensation and employee benefits matters.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
• Represent private equity sponsors in acquisitions and divestitures.
• Handle day-to-day portfolio company matters, including incentive awards and employment arrangements.
• Manage mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies.

Requirements

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

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex legal matters.

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.