Dallas | Hybrid

Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000

A premier international law firm is seeking an Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and executives on sophisticated executive compensation, incentive compensation, and employee benefits matters.

Ideal Background

• Attorneys in law school classes 2020–2024 are encouraged to apply

• Experience with executive compensation, employee benefits, ERISA, or corporate transactional matters gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients regarding executive compensation arrangements, equity compensation, and incentive compensation programs

• Experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements, equity award agreements, deferred compensation arrangements, severance agreements, and related compensation documentation

• Experience advising clients on equity incentive plans, stock option plans, restricted stock units, and other incentive compensation arrangements

• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions involving compensation and benefits issues is preferred

• Experience advising clients regarding ERISA, qualified retirement plans, and employee benefits compliance is a plus

• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to manage sophisticated matters while working directly with clients and transaction teams

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated global executive compensation and employee benefits platform

✅ Significant exposure to executive compensation and equity incentive matters

✅ Opportunity to work on both transactional and advisory matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

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

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174