K&L Gates

Executive Compensation Mid-Level Associate

K&L Gates$260K — $390K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of experience in executive compensation law
  • Proficiency in drafting various compensation arrangements
  • Experience with SEC securities filings related to compensation
  • Knowledge of compensation issues in M&A and private equity contexts
  • Strong academic background and superior writing skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

  • Draft and analyze equity and non-equity incentive compensation arrangements
  • Prepare SEC-related compensation and benefits filings
  • Identify executive compensation issues in corporate transactions
  • Solve complex executive compensation problems in M&A contexts
  • Collaborate with teams to deliver compensation solutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participation in a collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Access to a strong network of legal professionals
  • Involvement in high-profile corporate transactions
Full Job Description
Office Los Angeles
Practice Area Tax
Date Posted Dec 09, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 09, 2026

O'Melveny is seeking an Executive Compensation Associate for our Los Angeles office

O'Melveny is looking for a midlevel associate (3rd to 6th year) with experience in (1) drafting and analyzing equity and non-equity incentive compensation arrangements, deferred compensation arrangements, employment agreements, and severance and change in control arrangements, (2) preparing the compensation and benefits-related portions of securities filings required by the SEC, and (3) identifying and solving executive compensation and benefits related issues that arise in the context of mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and other corporate transactions.

Superior academic credentials, coupled with strong written, interpersonal and communication skills, are required. Candidates should be able to work in a team, but also handle significant individual responsibilities.

The salary range in Los Angeles for this role is $260,000 - $390,000 and represents the firm's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.

Note to Search Firms : O'Melveny & Myers LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms unless the agency and O'Melveny have previously entered into a written search firm agreement that is in effect at the time of the submission. Resumes are only accepted through the search firm portal. If you have a current agreement in place with O'Melveny and you need assistance accessing the portal, please contact [email protected] .

About K&L Gates

K&L Gates is a global law firm with offices located in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, and the United States. The firm was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. K&L Gates provides legal services to clients in a wide range of industries, including energy, financial services, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, and transportation. The firm's legal services include corporate and transactional law, litigation and dispute resolution, intellectual property, and regulatory and policy advice. K&L Gates has over 2,000 lawyers and other professionals working in offices around the world.
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