Mid-Level/Senior ERISA/Executive Compensation Associate

Goodwin Procter LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Procter LLP in Washington, DC seeks a mid-level to senior associate in ERISA and Executive Compensation to join the practice. The role blends teamwork with independent components of transactions and emphasizes tax and securities issues related to equity-based arrangements and other incentive plans.

Candidates with ERISA experience and broader employee benefit plan knowledge are a strong fit, with a history representing public and private companies in complex compensation matters.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years' experience as a mid-level to senior associate.
• Experience representing public and private companies on tax and securities matters related to equity-based plans.
• ERISA or employee benefit plans experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent public and private companies on tax and securities issues in connection with equity-based arrangements and other incentive compensation plans.
• Collaborate within teams and independently manage components of transactions.

Skills

Equity compensation

Tax law

Securities law

Teamwork

Independent mgmt

Job description

Overview

• Required experience includes representing public and private companies on tax and securities law issues related to equity-based arrangements and other incentive compensation plans.
• The role involves a mix of working within teams and independently managing components of transactions.
• Experience with ERISA and broader employee benefit plans is a strong advantage.

Posting details

We are seeking a highly qualified mid-level or senior associate (4-7 years' experience) to join the ERISA and Executive Compensation practice. Candidates must have general experience both working in teams and in managing some components of transactions independently, along with specific experience representing public and private companies with respect to tax and securities law issues in connection with equity-based arrangements and other types of incentive compensation plans. Additional experience with ERISA and employee benefit plans is a plus.