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Executive Compensation Associate Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Director of Compensation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$128K - $176K/yr

Executive & Incentive Compensation * Design, administer, and evolve executive compensation programs ... As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your ...

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How much do executive compensation associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive compensation associate in Chicago, IL is $92,690.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,200.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Executive Compensation Associate job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,690 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Chicago, IL

Direct Counsel
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$235K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel is representing a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking an Executive Compensation Associate (2–6 years) to join its highly regarded Executive Compensation practice.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with executive compensation and employee benefits experience to work on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions and complex business transactions within a nationally recognized transactional platform.

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on executive compensation and employee benefits matters arising in:
    • Mergers & Acquisitions
    • Private Equity transactions
    • Corporate transactions
    • Strategic business deals
  • Draft, review, and negotiate:
    • Equity compensation arrangements
    • Employment agreements
    • Incentive compensation plans
    • Transaction-related compensation and benefits documentation
  • Collaborate closely with corporate, tax, and private equity deal teams on sophisticated transactions
  • Counsel clients on compensation structuring and employee benefits considerations in transactional matters
Qualifications
  • 2–6 years of law firm experience in:
    • Executive compensation
    • Employee benefits
    • Transactional compensation matters
  • Experience advising on compensation and benefits issues in M&A and business transactions
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • Excellent academic credentials required
Compensation

Expected compensation range: $235,000 – $390,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, financial, retirement, and paid leave benefits.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume, law school transcripts, and cover letter.