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Direct Counsel

Jr. Tax Attorney (Benefits and Compensation) - SF

Direct Counsel, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Job Title:

Tax Associate - Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits (Junior-Level) Locations:

Century City | New York, NY | Orange County | San Diego | San Francisco | Silicon Valley | Washington, D.C. Practice Area:

Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Experience Level:

Minimum 2 Years

Position Summary

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a

junior-level associate

to join the

Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits

practice group within the

Tax Department . The role is ideal for attorneys with foundational experience in compensation and benefits matters who are looking to develop within a sophisticated and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities Advise on the

design, implementation, and administration

of executive compensation and employee benefit plans. Assist with

equity compensation , deferred compensation, employment agreements, severance arrangements, and incentive plans. Provide support in the

tax and ERISA

aspects of

M&A ,

private equity , and

capital markets

transactions. Draft and negotiate compensation-related documentation in transactional and advisory contexts. Stay current on developments in

IRS regulations ,

Code Sections 409A, 280G, and 162(m) , and relevant securities law and labor considerations. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction or eligible for admission. Minimum of

2 years of experience

in

executive compensation ,

employment benefits , or

related tax law . Familiarity with

ERISA ,

IRC compliance , and benefits issues in corporate transactions is strongly preferred. Excellent drafting, communication, and legal analysis skills. Strong attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a collaborative mindset.