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Associate - Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits (Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; Washington, D.C.)

Vedder Price
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), employee discount
United States, California, Los Angeles
May 13, 2026
The Opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for an associate to join the Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Group. Our cohesive and collaborative team has a diverse and unique multidisciplinary practice that gives you the opportunity to work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities. Our platform supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service. About You: You have 2-4 years of qualified benefits and executive compensation experience; You have qualified benefits experience and executive compensation/409A experience in transactional setting; You have experience drafting employment agreements, equity award agreements and non-qualified compensation plans; You have strong oral and written communication skills, and can work effectively as part of a team and independently; You have a J.D. degree and strong academic credentials; and You are admitted in (and in good standing with) or taking steps to become admitted in relevant jurisdiction (Illinois, California, Washington D.C., or New York). Our Benefits: At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our Associates' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes: Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with class year and experience. Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program. Retirement Planning: Opportunity to make traditional pre-tax and/or post-tax Roth 401K contributions through payroll deductions; plans are administered by Vanguard. Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being. Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training & professional development programs. Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies. Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Milk Stork, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more. Compensation: $230,000 - $290,000 annual base salary Equal Employment Opportunity: Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify. Applicants who require special assistance or an accommodation during the application and/or recruitment process due to a disability should contact the Vedder HR Department at vprecruiting@vedder.com. All other attorney and summer associate recruitment inquiries should be directed to the Vedder Legal Recruiting Team at legalrecruiting@vedder.com.