Global Equity Associate — International Compensation & ESOPs

DLA Piper; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an associate with at least two years of experience to join its Global Equity Group in its San Francisco or Palo Alto office. The role involves advising multinational companies on global equity compensation, tax, securities, and employment matters across jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate will have experience with executive compensation, employee stock plans, and cross-border issues, and will work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment across Corporate, Tax,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in executive compensation, global equity, or related matters at a law firm or Big Four preferred.
• Experience advising on executive compensation, employee stock plans, cross-border employment issues.
• Strong analytical and writing skills; ability to handle multi-disciplinary matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on design, implementation, and administration of global equity compensation programs.
• Draft and negotiate equity incentive and ESPP agreements.
• Support mergers, acquisitions and other transactions involving equity plans.
• Coordinate with local counsel to implement international equity programs.
• Research and analyze global equity compliance across jurisdictions.

Skills

Global equity

Employee stock options

Cross-border employment

International tax

Securities compliance

Data privacy

Corporate transactions

Project management

Education

J.D. (US)

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an associate with at least two years of experience to join its Global Equity Group in its San Francisco or Palo Alto office. The role involves advising multinational companies on global equity compensation, tax, securities, and employment matters across jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate will have experience with executive compensation, employee stock plans, and cross-border issues, and will work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment across Corporate, Tax,