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March 13, 2026

Senior-Level Compensation Associate

ERISAEmployee BenefitsExec CompM&A
Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie

Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley

Senior-Level Compensation Associate

Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzieLos Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley

Practice area

ERISA · Employee Benefits · Exec Comp · M&A

PQE

5-8 years

Locations

Los Angeles, California | San Francisco, California | Silicon Valley, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Associate Attorney for an Executive Compensation/Employee Benefits practice.
  • Advise multi-national clients on US domestic and international executive compensation, employee benefits, and equity compensation.
  • Focus on complex cross-border transactions and restructuring projects (e.g., mergers & acquisitions, spin-offs, reductions in force, post-acquisition integration).
  • 5-8 years of experience advising private and public companies on sophisticated executive compensation, employee benefits, and incentive arrangements, including transactional support.
  • California Bar admission is mandatory.
  • Requires strong academic credentials, exceptional analytical, writing, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a global team environment is essential.
  • Large law firm experience is strongly preferred.
  • Position based in San Francisco, Palo Alto, or Los Angeles, California.
  • Annual base compensation for California offices: $310,000 - $435,000.
  • Position is bonus eligible, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
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Last updated: April 5, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Taylor Todd joined Baker McKenzie's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate reached out to me initially on a position I ultimately decided not to apply for, but we continued to stay in touch. I waffled on whether to make a move for several months. Kate was a sounding board for what other possibilities there were and helped me drill down on what was important in my next role. She was great about returning texts, emails, and calls, and she would get in contact immediately if she saw something she believed would be a good fit. Kate also helped me prepare for interviews and put my best foot forward. Once the offer came she gave an honest assessment on what was worth negotiating and how to do it— a huge value add for someone who is early in their career. Kate spent months talking with me before we found the right thing. She isn’t transactional, but rather invested in individuals she sees potential in and truly wants the right fit for them. Especially as someone young, first gen, and of the COVID law school generation navigating the challenging legal market, having someone to prep you and give the extra edge in interviews took a lot of stress out of the process and allowed me to focus on fit. Kate’s knowledge of different teams and working styles also helped me to feel confident in my decision to move after landing the offer. I couldn’t recommend her more!

    Baker McKenzie

    Taylor Todd

    Baker McKenzie • San Francisco
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Manda McElrath joined Baker McKenzie's Palo Alto office.

    Priya is absolutely amazing, and I am so happy I chose her as the recruiter to work with throughout my lateral move. Priya played a key role in helping me successfully transition from a regional, mid-sized firm to Big Law, offering thoughtful guidance, candid advice, and constant support (even when she was technically on vacation). From coordinating a barrage of interviews to offering a kind ear when things got overwhelming, she was incredibly helpful, reliable, and truly went the extra mile at every stage of the process.

    Baker McKenzie

    Manda McElrath

    Baker McKenzie • Palo Alto

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Taylor Todd joined Baker McKenzie's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate reached out to me initially on a position I ultimately decided not to apply for, but we continued to stay in touch. I waffled on whether to make a move for several months. Kate was a sounding board for what other possibilities there were and helped me drill down on what was important in my next role. She was great about returning texts, emails, and calls, and she would get in contact immediately if she saw something she believed would be a good fit. Kate also helped me prepare for interviews and put my best foot forward. Once the offer came she gave an honest assessment on what was worth negotiating and how to do it— a huge value add for someone who is early in their career. Kate spent months talking with me before we found the right thing. She isn’t transactional, but rather invested in individuals she sees potential in and truly wants the right fit for them. Especially as someone young, first gen, and of the COVID law school generation navigating the challenging legal market, having someone to prep you and give the extra edge in interviews took a lot of stress out of the process and allowed me to focus on fit. Kate’s knowledge of different teams and working styles also helped me to feel confident in my decision to move after landing the offer. I couldn’t recommend her more!

    Baker McKenzie

    Taylor Todd

    Baker McKenzie • San Francisco
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Manda McElrath joined Baker McKenzie's Palo Alto office.

    Priya is absolutely amazing, and I am so happy I chose her as the recruiter to work with throughout my lateral move. Priya played a key role in helping me successfully transition from a regional, mid-sized firm to Big Law, offering thoughtful guidance, candid advice, and constant support (even when she was technically on vacation). From coordinating a barrage of interviews to offering a kind ear when things got overwhelming, she was incredibly helpful, reliable, and truly went the extra mile at every stage of the process.

    Baker McKenzie

    Manda McElrath

    Baker McKenzie • Palo Alto