Compensation and Benefits Attorney: Private Equity

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Compensation and Benefits Attorney with over five years of experience to join their team in Palo Alto, CA. The role focuses on advising private equity sponsors on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, including acquisitions, divestitures, and portfolio company management.

Duties

• Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits for private equity sponsors.
• Handle acquisitions and divestitures, including profits interests and LLC incentive awards.
• Manage rollover equity, employment, and severance arrangements.
• Work on mergers and acquisitions involving privately held companies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Superior writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex legal matters.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time annually.
• Ten paid holidays each year.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306