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Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Chicago Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation

$260000 $390000

A leading international law firm is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies on sophisticated executive compensation employee benefits M&A securities and IPO-related matters.

Ideal Background

36 years of executive compensation and employee benefits experience
Experience with equity compensation and executive compensation arrangements
Experience with employment retention and severance agreements
Familiarity with proxy disclosures and public company compensation matters
Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions transactions and IPOs
Strong knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A
Excellent writing analytical and communication skills
Strong academic credentials
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Industry-leading Compensation & Benefits practice

Sophisticated M&A IPO and public company work

Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Partnership-track opportunity

Comprehensive benefits package and hybrid flexibility

Interested

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



Required Experience:

IC