Executive Compensation and ERISA Associate

An elite, internationally recognised top 50 AM law firm is seeking a talented Executive Compensation & ERISA Associate (Class of 20202023) to join its highly regarded team in either Washington, DC or New York. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions alongside market-leading partners, advising top-tier clients on complex compensation and benefits matters. The firm offers true top-of-market compensation and a collaborative, high-performance environment. Location: This position is open to the D.C. or NY office. Responsibilities Advise on executive compensation and employee benefits aspects of M&A, private equity, and other corporate transactions Draft, review, and negotiate equity incentive plans, employment agreements, and deferred compensation arrangements Counsel clients on ERISA, tax, and securities law considerations Support corporate clients on ongoing compensation and governance matters Work closely with cross-practice teams on high-profile, multi-jurisdictional deals Qualifications JD from a top-tier law school with strong academic credentials Qualified candidates between Class of 20202023 Prior experience in executive compensation and employee benefits within a leading law firm Strong transactional experience (M&A/PE exposure preferred) Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment Benefits Top-of-market compensation: $260,000 $390,000 base salary Exposure to high-profile, complex transactions Clear progression and development opportunities Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Nikita Hari for a confidential discussion. Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.