About the Position:
Our client is actively seeking an executive compensation lawyer to join its Chicago office as an associate. This practice has been consistently ranked nationally by Chambers USA, and this particular role will focus on compliance work involving equity and executive compensation matters.

Highlights:
· Nationally Chambers-ranked practice
· Ranked as one of the top firms to work for in the Midwest
· Firm has long-standing dedication to pro-bono work
· Collaborative law firm environment

Responsibilities:
· Represent private and public companies, including private equity sponsors, with respect to executive compensation and employee benefits matters·
· Draft retirement plans, health and welfare plans, equity and equity-based compensation, deferred compensation, change in control agreements, severance arrangements, and employment agreements
· Counsel clients in navigating complex employee benefits and executive compensation matters related to mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings and other strategic transactions
· Provide day-to-day guidance regarding securities regulations governing compensation-related disclosures, registration requirements for equity offerings, and exemptions and compliance with stock exchange rules

Required Qualifications:
· 5-10 years of experience handling corporate and compliance aspects of executive compensation matters
· Broad experience with employee benefits, tax, corporate and/or securities at a large law firm preferred
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $205,000 – $335,000.