Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate

4-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate
Multiple Office Locations Available
4-6 Years of Experience Required
Competitive Compensation & Benefits Package Offered

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, a growing and collaborative AmLaw 50 firm, is currently seeking an experienced Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate to join our team. This position is available in our Chicago, Los Angeles, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, or Washington, . offices.

As an ideal candidate, you will have 4-6 years of experience advising on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, and nonqualified plans. You will also have experience advising on compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions, including ESOP transactions. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and a problem-solving attitude are essential for this role, along with strong academic credentials. Previous experience in a large law firm is preferred, but not required.

This is a hybrid position, with the expectation of working 2 days in the office. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a prestigious law firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Salary Information:
- New York Office: $270,000 - $305,000 (Actual initial salary may vary based on relevant skills, experience, and other job-related factors)
- Additional components of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys include productivity and discretionary bonuses, life, health, accident, and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Please note: For candidates residing in California, our firm's California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Applicant Privacy Policy can be accessed here.

Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Responsibilities:
- Advise on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, and nonqualified plans
- Provide guidance on compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions, including ESOP transactions
- Demonstrate excellent writing skills and attention to detail
- Maintain a can-do, problem-solving attitude
- Possess intrinsic motivation and strong academic credentials

Qualifications:
- 4-6 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law
- Experience in a large law firm preferred, but not required
- Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the state bar in the desired office location

Join Our Team:
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is a prestigious, AmLaw 50 firm with a collaborative and supportive culture. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment, along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Apply today and take the next step in your legal career!

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, problem-solving attitude, intrinsic motivation

J.D. degree

Apply online with cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree

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