Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Attorney

Beacon Hill Staffing Group; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group is assisting a client seeking an attorney with substantial experience in employee benefits and executive compensation to advise employers on corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and private equity deals. The role focuses on plan design, operation, compliance, and correction of qualified retirement, health and welfare, and other employee benefit arrangements.

The attorney will also structure nonqualified deferred compensation, incentive, equity,

Qualifications

• Experience in employee benefits and executive compensation, including design, operation, and compliance of benefit plans.
• Experience supporting corporate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, private equity).
• Proficiency in drafting related agreements and plan documents.

Responsibilities

• Structuring and advising on nonqualified deferred compensation, incentive, equity, severance, retention, change-in-control, and employment agreements.
• Addressing matters involving ERISA and tax requirements (IRC 409A and 280G).

Job description

The client is seeking an attorney with significant experience to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice. This position involves providing sophisticated legal counsel to employers, particularly in the context of corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and private equity deals. The attorney will support clients by advising on the design, operation, compliance, and correction of various benefit plans, including qualified retirement, health and welfare, and other employee benefit arrangements.

Key responsibilities include structuring and advising on nonqualified deferred compensation, incentive, equity, severance, retention, change-in-control, and employment agreements. The role also requires addressing matters involving ERISA and relevant tax requirements, such as Internal Revenue Code Sections 409A and 280G. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee benefits and executive compensation, experience supporting complex transactions, and proficiency in drafting related agreements and plan documents.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent judgment, communication, and organizational skills, along with a collaborative and proactive approach. The client offers a competitive compensation package, including eligibility for performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Qualified attorneys are encouraged to submit their credentials for confidential consideration, with further details to be provided to those whose backgrounds align with the opportunity.