Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate – Am Law 200 Firm

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Chicago is seeking an Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate. The role involves providing expert advice on employee benefits and executive compensation, focusing on ESOP transactions. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive environment for professional development, including pro bono work.

Benefits

Comprehensive business development training

Support for pro bono work

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of qualified benefits experience.
• ESOP transactional experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Handle employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) transactions.

Skills

Employee Benefits Law

Executive Compensation

ESOP Compliance

Education

J.D. or equivalent legal degree

Job description

Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation Associate – Am Law 200 Firm

About the Position:
Our client, an international law firm based in Chicago, is actively seeking an employee benefits/executive compensation lawyer to join its Chicago office as an associate. This practice group represents an impressive roster of public and private company clients, including their boards and compensation committees, management teams, and individual executives.

Highlights:
· Named among the “Best Companies to Work For” (law firm category) by U.S. News & World Report
· Firm supports associates in pursuing pro bono work
· Comprehensive business development training offered to all attorneys

Responsibilities:
· Advise clients on all aspects of employee benefits and executive compensation matters
· Handle employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) transactions

Required Qualifications:
· 2-4 years of qualified benefits experience
· ESOP transactional and/or compliance experience preferred
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $230,000 – $255,000.

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