Senior Counsel, Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits

Xerox AG; Oklahoma City (OK); Remote; USD 156,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior Counsel to provide legal counsel on executive compensation and employee benefits. The candidate will manage complex legal issues, draft plan documents, and advise on compliance for benefit plans. Minimum of 8 years of legal experience in the relevant fields is required, along with a JD and admission to a state bar. This position offers a flexible work arrangement and a competitive salary range of $156,120 - $312,240.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as an attorney practicing in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Admission in good standing in at least one state bar.
• Familiarity with employee benefits issues in mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on ERISA and non-ERISA employee benefit plans.
• Draft and review benefit plan documents and board resolutions.
• Advise on compensation-related shareholder proposals.

Skills

Employee benefits law

ERISA knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Corporate governance understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

Senior Counsel, Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits

General Information

• Country: United States
• Department: ATTORNEYS
• Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
• Working time: Full-time
• Ref#: 20036306
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• Job Type: Experienced
• Job Field: ATTORNEYS
• Seniority Level: Director
• Currency: USD - United States - US
• Annual Base Salary Range: 156,120 - 312,240

The salary range above represents the low and high end in the local currency of Xerox’s salary range for this position and is reflected in an annualized amount. Actual salaries will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, market competition, and/or the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The range listed is just one component of Xerox’s total compensation package for employees. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits. Monthly rates for this position can be shared with you per your location, this rate will fall within the posted range.

Description & Requirements

About Xerox Holdings Corporation

For more than 100 years, Xerox has continually redefined the workplace experience. Harnessing our leadership position in office and production print technology, we’ve expanded into software and services to sustainably power the hybrid workplace of today and tomorrow. Today, Xerox is continuing its legacy of innovation to deliver client-centric and digitally-driven technology solutions and meet the needs of today’s global, distributed workforce. From the office to industrial environments, our differentiated business and technology offerings and financial services are essential workplace technology solutions that drive success for our clients. At Xerox, we make work, work.

Senior Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

Xerox is in the process of a strategic transformation. We’re leveraging the power of our existing platform of free cash flow every year to reinvigorate our iconic brand, reignite our innovation engine and optimize our operations, all while maintaining our reputation for quality and reliability. This role requires a highly-motivated, energetic, and flexible in-house attorney to provide legal counsel to Xerox’s Total Rewards group on employee benefits and executive compensation.

The successful candidate can be based in the Company’s headquarters in Norwalk, CT, or in Webster, NY, but the Company will consider a remote work arrangement under certain circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the organization on complex legal issues, primarily in the areas of ERISA and non-ERISA employee benefit plans, executive compensation, proxy CD&A, and plan fiduciary responsibilities
• Draft and review plan documents and board resolutions. Draft plan amendments
• Provide counsel on new benefit plan designs and implementation
• Provide ongoing health and welfare benefit plan, qualified retirement plan, and ERISA regulatory compliance counseling
• Advise applicable benefits committees on their roles, ensure appropriate fiduciary training is provided, and perform corporate governance responsibilities as assigned for such committees
• Oversee legal aspects of the Company’s executive and director compensation programs
• Engage directly with the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, attend meetings and serve as Secretary
• Manage legal issues associated with the global equity compensation program
• Advise on compensation-related shareholder proposals
• Collaborate on proxy (CD&A) drafting and disclosure
• Advise on 409A and deferred compensation concerns
• Negotiate and draft benefit plan vendor contracts
• Work with inside and outside litigation counsel to advise on ERISA litigation
• Support lobbying efforts in connection with legislative, regulatory and case law developments in the executive compensation/benefits/ERISA/tax area and interpreting how certain legislation, regulations or case law might impact our benefit plans
• Interact with cross functional corporate teams including Global Total Rewards, Accounting, and Finance
• Provide counsel in connection with corporate transactions/due diligence issues that arise that have benefit plan implications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as an attorney practicing in the areas of employee benefits and executive compensation
• Deep knowledge of applicable ERISA and related tax laws
• Able to provide proactive and practical advice in a clear and concise manner
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent client relations skills
• Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top quality, nationally recognized, accredited college or university, preferably in top 25% of graduating class
• Admission in good standing in at least one state bar
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Familiarity with employee benefits issues in mergers and acquisitions, including ERISA-related due diligence and agreement review
• Experience advising corporate executives and Board of Directors
• Ability to contribute to, influence, and lead cross-functional teams
• Comfortable in rapidly changing corporate environment

Equal Employment Opportunity: Xerox is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law. Learn more at Xerox.com and explore our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Please request accommodations by emailing [e-mail] with your name, the job you are interested in, and the accommodation you are seeking.