Global Equity Associate: Cross-Border Stock Plans

DLA Piper; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Hybrid work

Job summary

DLA Piper, a leading international law firm, seeks an associate with at least two years of experience to join its Global Equity Group in San Francisco or Palo Alto. You will advise multinational clients on global equity compensation design, cross-border employment issues, and related regulatory matters, collaborating with teams across the firm.

The role emphasizes sophisticated international tax, securities, privacy, and corporate transactions, requiring strong analytical and drafting abilities

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school; LLM preferred.
• California Bar admission required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in executive compensation or related corporate matters at a law firm or Big Four.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and international employment matters is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise U.S. and multinational companies on design, implementation, and administration of global equity compensation plans.
• Assist with international legal, tax, employment, securities, and regulatory issues affecting equity awards.
• Draft and negotiate equity incentive plans, stock option and RSU agreements, and ESPP documents.
• Support M&A, IPOs, and other transactions involving employee stock plans and awards.
• Coordinate with global counsel to implement international programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting

Communication

Project management

Cross-border experience

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

DLA Piper, a leading international law firm, seeks an associate with at least two years of experience to join its Global Equity Group in San Francisco or Palo Alto. You will advise multinational clients on global equity compensation design, cross-border employment issues, and related regulatory matters, collaborating with teams across the firm.

The role emphasizes sophisticated international tax, securities, privacy, and corporate transactions, requiring strong analytical and drafting abilities