Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and welfare programs

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an associate attorney for its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice in Atlanta. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school and at least two years of law firm experience in relevant areas such as mergers and acquisitions.

This role involves advising on employee benefit issues, drafting agreements, and managing retirement plans. Comprehensive health and welfare programs and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions and financings.
• Familiarity with ERISA plan investments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employee benefit issues in mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate employment and separation agreements.
• Design and implement equity plans and compensation arrangements.
• Provide guidance on ERISA plan investments.
• Develop qualified retirement plans and health programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks an associate for its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice in Atlanta. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials and a minimum of two years of law firm experience in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employee benefit issues in mergers and acquisitions and financings.
• Draft and negotiate executive employment, retention, and separation agreements.
• Design, implement, and administer equity plans and nonqualified deferred compensation arrangements.
• Provide guidance on ERISA plan investments.
• Develop and manage qualified retirement plans and health and welfare programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions and financings.
• Familiarity with ERISA plan investments preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school.

Certifications

Bar admission in the state of Georgia.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.