Executive Compensation amp Employee Benefits Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded law firm in Dallas seeks an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience and expertise in various compensation and benefits matters, including mergers and acquisitions. This role provides a collaborative work environment and the chance to handle complex, high-profile cases.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active law license in New York or Texas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on executive compensation and benefits matters.
• Draft and review employment agreements and equity plans.
• Support compliance with ERISA and Internal Revenue Code provisions.

Skills

Knowledge of ERISA

Legal research

Writing

Drafting abilities

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Executive Compensation amp Employee Benefits Associate

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
1-7 yrs required

Posted on
Jun 11, 2025

Valid Through
Jul 11, 2025

Profile

Job Overview

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate to join its practice in Dallas. The ideal candidate will bring 2–4 years of relevant experience, ideally from a large firm environment, and demonstrate expertise in qualified plans, executive compensation agreements, equity arrangements, and benefits-related issues in complex transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, IPOs, and spin-offs. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and nationally respected tax and benefits practice.

Location

Duties

Advise clients on a range of executive compensation and employee benefits matters

Draft and review executive employment agreements, severance arrangements, and equity plans

Address benefit-related issues arising in mergers, acquisitions, IPOs, carve-outs, and other transactions

Provide support for compliance with ERISA and Internal Revenue Code provisions

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across practice areas

Analyze qualified retirement plans and welfare benefit plans

Stay current with regulatory developments and emerging trends in executive compensation

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits

Previous work in a large law firm setting preferred

Experience with benefits issues in transactional contexts such as M&A and IPOs

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex, time-sensitive matters

Ability to collaborate effectively across offices and practice areas

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Strong academic background

Certifications

Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction (New York or Texas) or eligibility to obtain such license

Skills

Knowledge of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and related employment and tax laws

Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting abilities

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Demonstrated commitment to client service and ethical practice

Collaborative and nationally integrated practice group

Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex matters in a supportive environment

Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
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