3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Illapa SearchAssociate Director (Head of Midwest - Lateral Legal Recruiting) at Illapa SearchThe Position:A global Vault & AM ranked law firm are seeking an Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Associate to join their dominant Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a Chambers and Legal 500 ranked team.The Team:The Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits group are established across the globe with close to 60 attorneys reaching clients at an international, national, regional, and local level. They regularly advocate for clients before the US Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service and the US Department of Labor on employee benefits matters. The group are well recognised receiving top rankings in all major ranking directories, including Chambers USA, Legal 500 USA, U.S. News – Best Lawyers and Law360.Requirements of the Role:A minimum of two years' experience in a relevant law firm setting.Broad experience in employee benefits and executive compensation, including executive compensation and benefits aspects of mergers and acquisitions, taxation issues related to executive compensation arrangements.Design and negotiation of employment and other executive compensation arrangements.Understanding of compensation-related disclosure and corporate governance matters.Experience in ERISA fiduciary and pension investment issues (including VCOC/REOC structuring).High level of academic achievement, strong problem solving, writing and communication skillset.Must hold a relevant JD and be admitted to the Illinois bar.How to apply:Thank you for your interest in this role. Please click on “apply now” and attach your resume to be considered for this position.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegalIndustriesLegal Services and Law PracticeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Illapa Search by 2xInferred BenefitsMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid paternity leavePaid maternity leavePension plan#J-18808-Ljbffr