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April 6, 2026

Compensation & Benefits Attorney: 3rd-6th year

ERISAEmployee BenefitsExec CompM&A
Cooley LLP

Cooley LLP

Chicago

Compensation & Benefits Attorney: 3rd-6th year

Cooley LLP
Cooley LLPChicago

Practice area

ERISA · Employee Benefits · Exec Comp · M&A

PQE

3-6 years

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Salary

$260,000-$390,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • The firm is seeking an Associate to join its Compensation and Benefits practice group.
  • Candidates should have 3-6 years of experience advising on equity and executive compensation, proxy disclosures, and employment and severance agreements.
  • Required expertise includes specific knowledge of IRC Sections 280G and 409A.
  • Experience with compensation and benefits aspects of mergers & acquisitions and IPOs is essential.
  • Strong academic credentials, excellent writing, oral communication, and analytical skills are required.
  • The expected annual pay range for this position is $260,000-$390,000, with final offers dependent on geographic location, experience, and skillset.
  • Benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), long-term disability (LTD), and short-term medical benefits.
  • Time off accruals include four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick time, and 10 paid holidays annually.
  • The firm offers generous parental leave, fertility benefits, and backup care for children and/or adults.
  • A full range of elective benefits are available, including medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and pre-tax commuter benefits.
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Last updated: April 7, 2026

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