Job Description

Location: Atlanta, GA, Denver, CO, St. Louis, MO, or Charlotte, NC

Compensation: $200k+ (dependent on experience, location, and expertise)

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled mid-level associate with 3-6 years of experience to join our Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice. This role is based in one of our offices located in Atlanta, Charlotte, Denver, or St. Louis. This position offers the chance to engage with a wide array of sophisticated matters for a diverse client base, all within a vibrant and cooperative professional setting.

Our work culture champions inclusion and diversity, valuing every team member's unique contributions and promoting an environment where individuals are encouraged to be their authentic selves. Our commitment to diversity is not just a statement but a practice, as reflected in several prestigious recognitions:

• Mansfield Certified Plus: Achieving significant diverse representation in leadership roles.
• United Nations Global Standard: Committing to respecting and supporting human rights in the workplace.
• Stonewall Top Global Employer: Creating an inclusive work environment.
• WILEF Gold Standard Certification: Promoting women to leadership and equity partnerships.
• HRCF's Corporate Equality Index: Recognized for outstanding policies promoting workplace equality.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert counsel on ERISA regulations, fiduciary duties, and relevant sections of the Internal Revenue Code (e.g., 409A, 280G).
• Draft and review executive compensation agreements, including stock option plans, deferred compensation arrangements, and other incentive programs, ensuring compliance.
• Conduct due diligence on employee benefit plans during mergers and acquisitions, and assist in negotiating and drafting purchase agreement provisions.
• Perform comprehensive legal research and analysis on complex employee benefits and executive compensation issues.
• Utilize legal research databases and Microsoft Office Suite to efficiently manage and execute client matters.

Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law within a reputable law firm.
• Strong understanding of ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code.
• Proven experience in M&A transactions and related due diligence.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and effectively work within a team environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career within a globally recognized environment that values inclusivity and diversity.

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