About the position
Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and the Human Rights Campaign, among others. At McDermott, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office, through personalized guidance, structured mentorship, and confidential career coaching. With us, you'll find: A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. We're proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Our individual merit-based system enabled 67% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2024.
Requirements
- 2-4 years of executive compensation experience with a focus on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions
- Strong interest in work related to the executive compensation/benefits components of Private Equity/M&A deals
- Strong academic background
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Applicants must be admitted to the jurisdiction where they intend to sit
Benefits
- Wellness program that supports physical, emotional, mental and financial health
- Competitive compensation packages
- Personalized guidance and structured mentorship
- Confidential career coaching
- Billable hours for wellness
