Incentives/employment Associate

Freshfields

London, United Kingdom
Incentive plan design and implementation
Executive compensation advisory
Share plan administration
The role focuses primarily on incentive arrangements including executive compensation, employee share plans, management equity and related tax and governance issues for a diverse client base

Job Summary

  • The role focuses primarily on incentive arrangements including executive compensation, employee share plans, management equity and related tax and governance issues for a diverse client base.
  • Key responsibilities include drafting plan documentation, negotiating remuneration issues, managing matter delivery, and building strong client relationships.
  • This position requires a qualified lawyer with 4-6 years of PQE in incentives, executive compensation, or share plans, with a strong technical grounding and commercial awareness.

Matching Summary

The role focuses primarily on incentive arrangements including executive compensation, employee share plans, management equity and related tax and governance issues for a diverse client base.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Incentive plan design and implementation
  • Executive compensation advisory
  • Share plan administration
  • Tax and governance considerations
  • M&A, restructurings, capital markets support

Nice-to-have

  • Client relationship building
  • Business development interest
  • Thought leadership contributions
  • Mentoring junior colleagues
  • Adaptable and accountable personal skills

Key Requirements

  • 4-6 years PQE in incentives
  • Qualified lawyer
  • Experience in top-tier incentives practice
  • Strong technical grounding in relevant laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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