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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Attorney

Beacon Hill
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

A well-established law firm is seeking an attorney with 4 years of experience to join its collaborative Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice. This role offers sophisticated work advising employers and supporting corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on employee benefits and executive compensation matters arising in mergers, acquisitions, private equity, and other corporate transactions.
  • Counsel clients on the design, operation, compliance, and correction of qualified retirement, health and welfare, and other benefit plans.
  • Structure and advise on nonqualified deferred compensation, incentive, equity, severance, retention, change-in-control, and employment arrangements.
  • Address matters involving ERISA and applicable tax requirements, including Internal Revenue Code Sections 409A and 280G.

Qualifications

  • 4 years of relevant employee benefits and executive compensation experience.
  • Strong knowledge of ERISA and related tax and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience supporting sophisticated transactions and drafting related agreements and plan documents.
  • Excellent judgment, communication, and organizational skills, with a collaborative and proactive approach.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated starting salary is $260,000, with final compensation based on experience & qualifications. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

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Qualified attorneys are encouraged to submit a resume for confidential consideration. Additional details will be shared with candidates whose backgrounds align with the opportunity.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/


Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.


Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.


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