Business Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974), Employee Benefits, Fiduciary, Incentive Programs, Legal, Mergers and Acquisitions, Regulations, Tax Regulations, Team Player
Pay: $218,000.00 - $300,000.00 Annual Base
Summary:
- Join a premier, globally recognized legal team dedicated to navigating the intricate intersection of tax law, ERISA, and corporate strategy.
- Opportunity to work on high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and private equity deals.
Responsibilities:
- Transactional Excellence: Serve as a key advisor during complex corporate transactions, managing the benefits and compensation aspects of multi-billion dollar deals.
- Strategic Compliance: Navigate the complexities of Section 409A, Section 162(m), and Section 280G, ensuring that executive arrangements are optimized and compliant with evolving tax codes.
- ERISA & Tax Governance: Provide expert guidance on ERISA fiduciary responsibilities and the tax implications of employee benefit plans and equity-based compensation.
- Executive Disclosure: Advise public and private entities on compensation disclosure requirements, helping them maintain transparency and regulatory alignment.
- Incentive Design: Collaboratively draft and refine executive employment agreements, change-in-control protections, and sophisticated equity incentive programs.
Requirements:
- Experience: 3–5 years of dedicated practice in executive compensation and employee benefits, preferably within a large-firm environment.
- Technical Expertise: A deep understanding of the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA is essential.
- Specialized Knowledge: Proven experience handling the nuances of golden parachute rules (280G) and deferred compensation (409A).
- Academic & Professional Credentials: A JD from a top-tier law school and an active bar license in good standing.
Preferred Skills:
- Top AMLAW 50 preferred
- Excellent credentials, GPA above 4.0
- ERISA & TAX experience
- Academics from a top-tier law school
Benefits:
- Work alongside industry-leading partners in a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Opportunity for professional growth and intellectual rigor.
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Axelon Services Corporation