Job Description
Associate Attorney – Pensions, Benefits & Executive Compensation
Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Pensions, Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney with at least 6 years of experience to join a nationally recognized practice in Kansas City or St. Louis, Missouri.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys advising sophisticated clients on complex employee benefits and executive compensation matters and is looking to take on meaningful responsibility, develop trusted client relationships, and work alongside experienced practitioners.
ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients on a broad range of employee benefits and executive compensation matters
Counsel clients regarding plan design, compliance, fiduciary governance, and IRS, DOL, and PBGC matters
Advise on corrections, risk mitigation, and benefits and compensation strategies
Draft, review, and negotiate plan documents, equity compensation plans, award agreements, employment and severance arrangements, and related disclosures
Provide benefits and executive compensation advice in connection with corporate transactions
Conduct due diligence and 280G analysis in transactional matters
Advise on benefits integration and post-closing harmonization
Conduct legal research and translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance
Contribute to thought leadership and internal knowledge development
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Collaborate with attorneys across practices and offices to provide comprehensive client service
At least 6 years of experience advising on employee benefits and executive compensation matters
Experience with qualified plans, health and welfare plans, equity compensation, and nonqualified arrangements
Prior law firm experience required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice
Strong attention to detail and presentation skills
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Strong client-service mindset
Collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working across practices and offices
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Admission to the Missouri bar and active good standing required
Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial practice handling sophisticated pensions, benefits, and executive compensation matters for a diverse range of clients. The successful candidate will have direct client contact, meaningful responsibility, mentorship from experienced practitioners, and opportunities to build deep local and national client relationships.
The practice provides counsel on complex regulatory, transactional, and workforce matters while emphasizing creativity, precision, and practical solutions.
Compensation & BenefitsThe firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off and holidays
Discretionary bonuses
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