Employee Benefits amp Executive Compensation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401K

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

A dynamic law firm seeks an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate with 3 to 6 years of experience to join its team in New York. The role focuses on executive compensation matters, including drafting plan documents, compliance with SEC regulations, and supporting M&A transactions. Candidates are expected to have strong communication and analytical skills, a JD degree, and relevant experience. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Licensed in good standing in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft equity and incentive plan documents and related award agreements.
• Assist with executive hiring and termination events.
• Prepare public company executive compensation disclosures.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Research and analytical skills

Experience with SEC disclosure rules

Drafting and analyzing compensation plans

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Employee Benefits amp Executive Compensation Associate

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
2-10 yrs required

Location
New York City, NY, United States

Posted on
Jul 20, 2025

Valid Through
Aug 19, 2025

Profile

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate with 3 to 6 years of experience to join its team in New York. This role involves supporting client teams on executive compensation matters, particularly for public companies, and handling compensation and benefits aspects of M&A transactions.

Duties

• Draft equity and incentive plan documents and related award agreements.
• Assist with executive hiring and termination events, including employment and severance agreements.
• Prepare public company executive compensation disclosures and ensure compliance with SEC rules.
• Draft and analyze nonqualified deferred compensation plans and supplemental executive retirement plans.
• Support transactional work, including due diligence and preparation of disclosure schedules.
• Monitor and summarize legislative and regulatory changes.
• Contribute to thought leadership and knowledge management initiatives.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in research and analytical skills.
• Experience with IRC sections 409A and 280G.
• Licensed and in good standing in the state of practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of practice.

Skills

• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with SEC disclosure rules.
• Experience in drafting and analyzing compensation plans.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]

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