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Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate (CA)

San Diego, CA, USFull-time$235k–$435k2026-08-27 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United States

Core

Associate lawyer supporting complex executive compensation and employee benefits transactions, including equity plans, retention packages, and M&A compensation arrangements.

Role type

Associate lawyer (employee benefits and executive compensation)

Builds

Legal documents, transaction strategies, and client advice for executive compensation and benefits matters

Domain

Law (Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits)

Required skills

Legal research, legal writing, transaction management, client relationship management, compliance, business judgment, analytical thinking

Preferred skills

JD with LLM in Tax or Employee Benefits Certificate, AmLaw 100 firm experience

Technologies

Legal research databases, contract management systems

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis for transactions; Draft legal documents including memos and contracts; Assist in managing complex cases from inception to resolution; Interact with internal and external clients; Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals; Participate in client calls, meetings, and negotiations; Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.

Seniority

Associate, early-to-mid career