Executive Compensation & Benefits Associate - M&A Focus

Holland & Knight LLP; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland & Knight LLP seeks an associate with 3+ years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits to join the firm’s Executive Compensation & Benefits Practice. The role involves advising on matters within mergers and acquisitions, with emphasis on equity compensation and IRC sections 280G and 409A.

A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active license are required; candidate should reside in the hiring jurisdiction and work in the office at least three days per week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience advising on executive compensation and employee benefits.
• Experience with equity compensation for corporations and partnerships.
• Familiarity with IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
• Excellent academic credentials and writing, oral communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits matters in mergers & acquisitions.
• Draft and review related documents and agreements.
• Counsel clients and collaborate with offices across the firm.

Skills

Executive compensation

Employee benefits

Mergers & acquisitions

3+ years experience

Equity compensation

Education

JD from ABA Accredited Law School

Job description

Holland & Knight LLP seeks an associate with 3+ years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits to join the firm’s Executive Compensation & Benefits Practice. The role involves advising on matters within mergers and acquisitions, with emphasis on equity compensation and IRC sections 280G and 409A.

A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active license are required; candidate should reside in the hiring jurisdiction and work in the office at least three days per week.