Associate - Benefits/Executive Compensation

Junior to Mid-Level Associate – Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation New York, NY | Hybrid | Full-Time Practice Area: Executive Compensation, ERISA, Employee Benefits Experience: 3–7 Years About the Opportunity An Am. Law 100 firm—renowned for its excellence in corporate, regulatory, and transactional work—is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Associate to join its premier Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice in New York.

This is a rare opportunity to work with a top firm in this practice area. It is consistently recognized for its multidisciplinary approach, cutting-edge client work, and collaborative team culture that nurtures professional growth.

What You'll Do

You’ll work directly with high-profile clients, including publicly and privately held companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, hedge funds, and non-profits, advising on a broad array of sophisticated matters such as: Executive compensation and ERISA issues in complex corporate transactions and restructurings Design and implementation of equity and cash incentive programs, deferred compensation plans, and employment agreements Compliance with tax-qualified plan rules and ERISA fiduciary duties Navigating intersecting issues in tax, securities, corporate, and employment law What We're Looking For 3–7 years of experience in employee benefits or executive compensation law Demonstrated interest in executive comp and ERISA-related work Strong academic background and outstanding writing/analytical skills Current admission (or eligibility) to practice in New York Why You Should Apply Elite platform: Work alongside some of the best minds in the benefits and compensation field Client impact: Advise top-tier clients on high-stakes compensation and benefits matters Career growth: Clear pathway for advancement, mentoring, and professional development Work-life balance: A flexible hybrid environment with robust support for associate well-being Join a firm where your expertise will shape pivotal compensation strategies for Fortune 500 companies and emerging ventures.

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