Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Minneapolis, MN seeks an experienced Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of law firm experience, with flexibility in title and hours. Remote work options are available.

The attorney will counsel on benefits and compensation in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, review ERISA and tax issues, and assist with due diligence, agreement review, and benefits integration. Expertise in Code 409A is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of law firm experience in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience counseling on benefits and compensation in mergers & acquisitions.
• Bar admission in the 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.
• 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

Written and verbal communication

Drafting legal documents

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney in Minneapolis, MN. 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.
• 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.