Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate with 3 to 6 years of experience to join its team in Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate will support client teams on executive compensation matters, particularly for public companies, and on the compensation and benefits aspects of M&A transactions.

Duties

• Draft equity and incentive plan documents and related award agreements.
• Assist with executive hiring and termination events, including preparing employment and severance agreements.
• Prepare public company executive compensation disclosures and ensure compliance with SEC rules.
• Draft and analyze nonqualified deferred compensation plans and supplemental executive retirement plans.
• Support transactional work, including due diligence and preparation of disclosure schedules.
• Monitor and summarize legislative and regulatory changes.
• Contribute to thought leadership and knowledge management initiatives.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing in the state of practice.
• Experience with IRC sections 409A and 280G.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant state.

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306