Our client is seeking a San Diego associate with 3–6 years of experience to advise on executive compensation and employee benefits matters, including the compensation and benefits issues that arise in mergers and acquisitions. The group offers a collaborative setting and opportunities to contribute to meaningful work.
The Work
- Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits issues, including equity plans and agreements, executive retention packages, and retirement and welfare plans.
- Analyze and help structure employee benefit plans and compensation arrangements in mergers and acquisitions, supporting transaction preparation and strategy.
- Conduct legal research and develop reasoned analysis to support advice on complex benefits and compensation questions.
- Draft and review legal documents, including memoranda, contracts, and correspondence, with close attention to accuracy and detail.
- Help manage matters through negotiations, closings, and other transaction milestones, taking ownership consistent with experience and judgment.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals on transaction strategy and participate in client calls, meetings, and negotiations.
- Maintain client relationships by providing advice, regular updates, and responsive support.
What You Bring
- Approximately 3–6 years of relevant experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law.
- Strong interest and working knowledge of executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
- Experience or familiarity with equity plans and agreements, executive retention packages, and retirement and welfare plans.
- Ability to advise on employee benefit and compensation arrangements in the context of mergers and acquisitions.
- Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail, business judgment, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to practice in California; an LL.M. in Tax and/or an Employee Benefits Certificate is preferred.
- At least two years of direct and applicable experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
Join a collaborative and supportive group handling a mix of executive compensation, benefits, and deal-related work.
The position provides opportunities to contribute to meaningful matters and build client-facing responsibility, with professional development encouraged.
The stated hiring range is $235,000–$435,000 per year, depending on geographic market and qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k); the work arrangement calls for regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.