Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate (Chicago)

The role

DLA Piper is seeking an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate with 3 years of experience for its Chicago office. This role focuses on employee benefits and executive compensation law, including equity plans, retention packages, retirement and welfare plans, and compensation arrangements in M&A, particularly private equity transactions.

What you'll do

• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy
• Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including memos, contracts, and correspondence
• Assist/Manage a variety of complex transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities
• Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative transaction strategies
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including client calls and meetings, negotiations
• Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents
• Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills
• Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work

What we're looking for

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