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

  • 3rd to 6th year of legal experience in executive compensation and benefits
  • Proficient in drafting equity and non-equity incentive compensation arrangements
  • Experienced in preparing SEC-related compensation filings
  • Ability to resolve executive compensation issues in M&A and private equity contexts
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting

Responsibilities

  • Draft and analyze executive compensation agreements and arrangements
  • Prepare compensation and benefits filings for SEC compliance
  • Identify and address executive compensation issues in corporate transactions
  • Analyze employment agreements and severance arrangements
  • Collaborate with team members on complex compensation matters

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive team-oriented environment
  • Access to high-profile clients and transactions
  • Potential for career advancement within the firm
  • Engagement in high-stakes corporate law scenarios
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.

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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