Chicago | Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000

A leading international law firm is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies on sophisticated executive compensation, employee benefits, M&A, securities, and IPO-related matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience
• Experience with equity compensation and executive compensation arrangements
• Experience with employment, retention, and severance agreements
• Familiarity with proxy disclosures and public company compensation matters
• Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions transactions and IPOs
• Strong knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Industry-leading Compensation & Benefits practice

✅ Sophisticated M&A, IPO, and public company work

✅ Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Partnership-track opportunity

✅ Comprehensive benefits package and hybrid flexibility

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174