Qualcomm
Compensation and Benefits Attorney
$170K–$254K
San Diego, California · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 6, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years required; 7+ years preferred, including a minimum of 3 years’ law firm experience.
- Education
- Juris Doctorate degree or international equivalent.
About the job
Provides legal counsel on compensation, equity incentive plans, employee benefits, and employment matters supporting Qualcomm’s global operations.
What you'll do
- Advise on compensation, equity, and benefits programs, agreements, compliance, and related legal risks.
- Prepare or advise on board and committee materials and SEC filings related to executive compensation and employee benefits.
- Monitor legal developments, support global M&A due diligence and integration, and advise on other employment law matters.
What they ask for
- Juris Doctorate degree or international equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant experience as counsel at a law firm or in-house.
- Active bar license or other lawful ability to practice law where the employee will be located.
Nice to have
- 7+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ law firm experience.
- Proactive, practical approach to legal guidance and risk assessment.
Pay
$169,500.00 - $254,300.00 (base salary)
Tools
ERISA, IRC Sections 409A, 280G, Section 16 filings, Forms 8-K (Item 5.02), Forms S-8, Proxy Statements
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