Compensation & Benefits Associate Job at Axelon, New York, NY

  • Axelon
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job-ID32255963Reference26-04680Salary$218,000-$300,000 / yearPay Rate: $218,000.00 - $300,000.00 Annual BaseSummary:Join a premier, globally recognized legal team dedicated to navigating the intricate intersection of tax law, ERISA, and corporate strategy.Opportunity to work on high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and private equity deals.Responsibilities:Transactional Excellence: Serve as a key advisor during complex corporate transactions, managing the benefits and compensation aspects of multi-billion dollar deals.Strategic Compliance: Navigate the complexities of Section 409A, Section 162(m), and Section 280G, ensuring that executive arrangements are optimized and compliant with evolving tax codes.ERISA & Tax Governance: Provide expert guidance on ERISA fiduciary responsibilities and the tax implications of employee benefit plans and equity-based compensation.Executive Disclosure: Advise public and private entities on compensation disclosure requirements, helping them maintain transparency and regulatory alignment.Incentive Design: Collaboratively draft and refine executive employment agreements, change-in-control protections, and sophisticated equity incentive programs.Requirements:Experience: Minimum 3 years of dedicated practice in executive compensation and employee benefits, preferably within a large-firm environment.Technical Expertise: A deep understanding of the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA is essential.Specialized Knowledge: Proven experience handling the nuances of golden parachute rules (280G) and deferred compensation (409A).Academic & Professional Credentials: A JD from a top-tier law school and an active bar license in good standing.Preferred Skills:Top AMLAW 50 preferred.Excellent credentials, GPA above 4.0.ERISA & TAX experience.Academics from a top-tier law school.Benefits:Work alongside industry-leading partners in a collaborative, high-performance culture.Opportunity for professional growth and intellectual rigor.

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