Mid-level Pension and Executive Compensation Associate (Toronto)

3-5 years of experience at a major Canadian law firm or boutique firm with a focus on pension governance, administration and compliance and executive compensation matters

Experience with advising employers and pension plan administrators on all aspects of pension administration and governance, including compliance with federal income tax legislation and minimum pension standards, wind-ups, use of pension surplus, and plan mergers

Experience advising public and private clients on structuring, administration and compliance relating to incentive plans for executive and directors

Experience advising clients on the pension, benefits and executive compensation aspects of M&A transactions and IPOs

Strong analytical, communication, research/opinion-writing, analytical and drafting skills

A superior client service orientation and a strong work ethic

The ability to work well both independently and in a team-oriented environment

Experience with employment, group benefits and/or executive compensation matters (including related tax issues) would be an asset· nice to have

Proficiency in French and familiarity with Quebec pension laws would also be an asset· nice to have