Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney with at least 8 years of law firm experience. The role offers flexibility in title and hours with remote work options available.

The candidate will counsel on benefits, compensation, ESOPs, 409A, and related regulatory issues, and will engage in due diligence, drafting, and compliance strategy across mergers and acquisitions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of law firm experience in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• JD required; Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise 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

Research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Legal drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney in Phoenix, AZ. The candidate should have at least 8 years of law firm experience, 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 in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

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.