Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney with 8+ years of law firm experience to lead complex matters. This role offers flexibility in title and hours, with remote work options and a focus on corporate transactions.

You will counsel on ERISA, 409A, ESOPs, and compensation arrangements, review agreements, support due diligence, and draft employment documents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of law firm experience.
• Significant experience in employee benefits and executive compensation counseling.
• JD degree required; Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on benefits and compensation issues in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Research tax and ERISA issues affecting retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans.
• Review statutory and regulatory changes and advise on compliance strategies.
• Assist with due diligence, purchase agreement review, and benefits integration in corporate transactions.
• Draft employment agreements and incentive arrangements.
• Complete IRS and Department of Labor correction program filings.
• Counsel on ESOP transactions and ongoing administration.
• Advise on Code Section 409A compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Drafting documents

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney in Milwaukee, WI. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in a law firm setting, with flexibility in title and hours. Remote work options are available.

Duties

• Provide counsel on benefits and compensation issues in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Research tax and ERISA issues affecting retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans.
• Review statutory and regulatory changes and advise on compliance strategies.
• Assist with due diligence, purchase agreement review, and benefits integration in corporate transactions.
• Draft employment agreements and incentive arrangements.
• Complete IRS and Department of Labor correction program filings.
• Counsel on ESOP transactions and ongoing administration.
• Advise on Code Section 409A compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of law firm experience.
• Significant experience in employee benefits and executive compensation counseling.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.

Benefits

• Remote work options available.